Project Manager- Food & Beverage

Laporte is looking for Project Manager who will be responsible for supporting & leading the requirements for our Food & Beverage client’s projects. This role will work closely with and support our process engineers with projects in all stages and requirements and requires a solid understanding of F & B engineering as well as manufacturing processes & practices.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Participate in the clients’ user requirements analysis and project definitions
• Lead all phases of the projects and ensure they are in accordance with the agreed scope, timelines and budget
• Manage and support the interdisciplinary team on site
• Report project progress to clients
• Work collaboratively as part of multi-disciplinary design teams
• Chair project team meetings and provide technical direction
• Facilitate daily contractor coordination meetings to ensure seamless sequencing of activities
• Support positive client interactions and sub-consultant interface
• Perform technical and cGMP audits on client’s sites

Basic Qualifications

• 8-12 years of progressive experience in the area of Project Management for Food & Beverage industries.
• Must have an engineering degree in Process/Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or any related fields
• Excellent knowledge of industry regulations, operations and facilities and document management
• Consulting engineering experience an asset

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong leadership, relationship management, organizational planning and project management skills, in addition to technical knowledge
• Entrepreneurial mindset and desire for business development.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
• Ability to influence clients, suppliers and peers into adopting "best practices" in the engineering field
• Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, listening and interpersonal with the ability to transfer knowledge to others
• Capability to engage and energize others to reach their fullest potential and performance
• Have flexibility to travel to external manufacturing sites as needed

Benefits – What We Have to Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards;
• Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare);
• Retirement Plans: Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%;
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office;
• Professional Development: A work environment that encourages empowerment and professional growth. Professional reimbursement fees (e.g., APEGA, PEO) covered by the company;
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Mentorship programs, trainings, cross-department opportunities, etc.;
• Work-Life Balance: 3 weeks of regular vacation with 1 week of paid vacation during the Christmas holidays. Personal/Sick leave of almost 1 week;
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, flexible, and non-conformist work environment that values equity, work-life balance, and promotes efficiency in daily tasks with enormous growth opportunities;
• Team-Building Activities: Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get-togethers, and workshops;
• Other Benefits: Public transport and telephone reimbursement.

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