Engineering Project Manager

Engineering Project Manager locationFranklin, Tennessee, United States categorySupply Chain & Engineering Job ID: R153226 Job Description: Engineering Project Manager (BRN - Franklin, TN) The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for deploying his/her engineering know-how to successfully scope, execute, and deliver capital projects to the business that provide a competitive advantage. They will be responsible for managing all aspects of capital projects up to $10M in value. The Engineering Project Manager is responsible for the design and installation of projects across multiple sites and all aspects of engineering functional areas. The Project Manager is an active member of the Engineering team and extended project team(s) as assigned. Travel 20%-50% depending on project cycle and complexity. What are we looking for? Bachelor’s degree in engineering or closely related scientific or technical disciplines would be required. Relevant 2+ year engineering capital project management experience in closely related industry would be required with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Proven ability to work in a team environment and on high performing teams. Strong communication, listening, and influencing skills. What will be your key responsibilities? Provide leadership of the complete capital project process including pre-engineering design, estimating, equipment procurement, installation, startup and project close out. Manage engineering consultants, installation contractors and equipment vendors to deliver scope, schedule, and budget of assigned capital projects. Engage extended project team members including production, maintenance, quality, R&D, and safety to ensure alignment on critical success factors. Foster open relationships, motivate teams, and ensure strong collaboration to support successful implementation of capital projects and to drive excellence in execution. Perform effective risk and issue management to minimize/mitigate risks and issues throughout the capital project process. Actively participate in the development of engineering standards and tools to proactively drive practices and methodologies that increase the effectiveness and reduce the costs of engineering. Ensure project activities comply with and reinforce safety, security and environmental policies. What can you expect from Mars? Work with over 130,000 diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles. Join a purpose driven company, where we’re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today. Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University. An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus. Mars is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. About Mars: Mars is a family-owned business with more than $50 billion in global sales. We produce some of the world’s best-loved brands: M&M’s®, SNICKERS®, TWIX®, MILKY WAY®, DOVE®, PEDIGREE®, ROYAL CANIN®, WHISKAS®, EXTRA®, ORBIT®, 5™, SKITTLES®, BEN’S ORIGINAL® and COCOAVIA®. Alongside our consumer brands, we proudly take care of half of the world’s pets through our nutrition, health and services businesses such as Banfield Pet Hospitals™, BluePearl®, Linnaeus, AniCura, VCA™ and Pet Partners™. Headquartered in McLean, VA, Mars operates in more than 80 countries. The Mars Five Principles – Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom – inspire our 150,000 Associates into taking action every day towards creating the world we want tomorrow. Commitment to Equal Employer Opportunities:All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with applicable law and without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, pregnancy, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other category protected under federal, state, and local laws. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request. A Note to Candidates Regarding AI Embracing AI as a vital skill for today and tomorrow, we welcome candidates to use AI to assist with your preparation as you engage with our recruiting process—from helping to perfect your CV/resume to using it to refine your interview skills. While AI can assist you, we expect that your ideas, responses, and demonstration of competencies throughout the recruitment process are authentically your own. We value genuine engagement and want to see the real you shine. At Mars, AI is here to support—not replace—the human connection at the heart of our recruitment process. 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