Major Projects Manager - Agro-Industrial

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Major Projects Manager Agro-Industrial Industry - Position and Responsibilities

As a Major Projects Manager (MPM) of the Agro-Industrial Industry with Middough, you will be responsible for the overall development, planning and execution of large complex engineering/construction projects or programs of small projects. The MPM provides leadership, development of project scope, cost estimating & budgets, planning & scheduling, coordination and control of project resources, consultants, contractors, subcontractors, contractual requirements, project profitability, EH&S compliance, and client satisfaction. The MPM possesses broad knowledge, understanding and experience with the standard engineering/construction project delivery models including DBB, EPCM, EPC, CM or DB. MPMs provide leadership and organization to the project, maintains specific knowledge of planning and scheduling functions, and a thorough understanding of contract administration, risk management and health/safety issues. The MPM serves as the primary point of contact for the client, contractors, subcontractors, and other outside consultants specific to the project.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Set the priority of safety as paramount in all planning and execution.


• Lead the proposal development team in defining and establishing the project scope of work, establishing project strategy, setting project budgets, preparing final proposal, securing necessary management reviews & approvals and negotiating final agreements per company project procedures.


• Mobilize the required staff, execute the project, conform to scope of work and contractual requirements in accordance with Company project procedures.


• Plan the project through proactive planning and scheduling exercises, keep the Project Team posted on deliverable status and look ahead schedules, and hold project stakeholders accountable for developing project workarounds and micro level recovery schedules.


• Manage meetings with schedules and action items lists.


• Manage the engineering, project support services and construction group in the completion of defined work scope for a project from contract award to final close out.


• Manage changes in scope/schedule/cost and secure change authorizations, as required. Proactively manage internal change authorizations.


• Manage the preparation project specification/scopes for subcontractors and major equipment suppliers and negotiate final agreements.


• Manage project revenue, costs, and quality to ensure the profitability and technical performance of the project; develop innovative actions to correct variances to scope, budget and/or schedule.


• Prepare monthly project reports and manages work with an action items list.


• Engage project controls group and develop mutually agreeable Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) for the project or program.


• Exercise cost efficient and innovative approaches in the design to save construction costs and improve productivity.


• Anticipate, recognize, and identify key project issues/problems; establish objectives and priorities to implement and direct solutions.


• Prepare periodic reports for management and clients to track project progress, cost, schedule, and quality of performance.


• Support business and relationship development activities of the BGM, BRM and SPM.

Education, Experience and Skills

The successful candidate will possess the following:

• 20+ years' experience managing complex projects in an engineering and construction environment.


• Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in Architectural or Engineering discipline.


• Experience with and general knowledge of contract and liability issues.


• Experience in the agro-industrial industry required.


• Knowledge of, but not limited to, corn, soybean, wheat, oat, sugar beet, sugar cane, and cocoa processing.


• Understanding of the management of Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) projects including engineering, construction and commissioning, and start-ups.


• PMP Certification preferred.


• Ability to establish and maintain relationships with clients and all levels within the Company around professionalism, trust, integrity, and collaboration.


• Ability to multi-task and be highly organized for effective project planning.


• Excellent attention to detail and written communication skills.


• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.


• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.

Physical Requirements

The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this position, the successful candidate will:

• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.


• Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, use repeating motions that may include the wrists/hands/fingers and talk and hear.


• Frequently use up-close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.


• Should not expect adverse environmental conditions within company offices.


• May be exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as climbing ladders and/or stairs, extreme heat and/or cold, and/or poor air quality) if or when on-site at a client facility. Noise levels may be moderate to high at various client sites, hearing protection may be required and/or provided. Safety protections to be provided by the client and/or company and are required to be used and followed.


• May require occasional car or air travel to other company locations or client sites.


• This position requires the candidate/employee to possess and maintain a valid driver's license in their state of residence.

About Middough

Middough Inc. (Middough), founded in 1950, is a leading professional engineering, architecture and project solutions company providing services to a broad spectrum of Fortune 500 clients in nine core industries with offices across the Central, Midwest and Northeast regions. Our diversified team is our greatest asset, and they are challenged with a large variety of interesting projects, management and technical development opportunities and team building experiences. Middough employs the best and brightest individuals who share our passion for excellence and who are dedicated to client satisfaction, quality service, safety awareness and professional development.

What Middough Offers

We offer a growth and learning culture which encourages and supports employee development through a wide variety of tools and resources such as the company Learning Management System, Middough Learning Center. Middough provides an opportunity to bring your talents and expertise to a successful and growing organization for your career advancement goals. Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation and the following comprehensive benefits package, based on eligibility and plan terms/changes:

• A hybrid work model for work-life flexibility (based on business and client needs)


• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage


• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability, Life, AD&D, and Travel insurance


• Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts


• 401(k) Plan


• Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays


• Tuition Assistance


• Paid Certifications and Registrations (as applicable)


• Employee Assistance Program

Middough participates in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) E-Verify program to confirm work authorization.

Equal Opportunity Employment

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other protected characteristic under protected by federal, state, or local laws. Middough does not support sponsorship for any applicant that requires an employment visa (i.e., H-1B) to work lawfully in the US.