Plant Engineering Project Manager

The Plant Engineering Project Manager independently managesa diverse portfolio of complex engineering and capital projects across thecompany’s operations. Projects vary in size and scope, from stand-alonefacility improvements to components of larger capital construction programs.This role integrates operational requirements, technical considerations, andstakeholder expectations to deliver safe, practical, and cost-effectivesolutions.

The position is responsible for the full project lifecycle,from concept development and planning through design, execution, commissioning,and closeout. Using industry-standard project management practices and tools,the Plant Engineering Project Manager leads assigned projects, supports cross-functionalteams, and serves as a trusted advisor on the development and implementation ofplant engineering and non-capital initiatives.

Essential Duties andResponsibilities

The duties in thisposition include the following:

• Partner with SBS leadership and facility teams to identifyopportunities to improve efficiency, expand capacity, and address significantmaintenance, reliability, and infrastructure needs.
  
• Lead the development and execution of capital projects,including building construction, infrastructure upgrades, equipmentinstallations, and plant layout modifications.
  
• Develop design alternatives and preliminary budget andschedule estimates to support project evaluation and approval.
  
• Plan and manage all phases of facility capital projects,including scope development, consultant selection, design, permitting,procurement, construction, commissioning, closeout, and warrantyadministration.
  
• Conduct space-planning and capital-planning studies toevaluate feasibility, priorities, and funding requirements for strategiccapital programs and development projects.
  
• Perform preliminary design reviews to establish scope,schedule, budget, risks, and resource needs for future projects.
  
• Select, negotiate with, and administer contracts forvendors, contractors, and consultants in accordance with company requirements.
  
• Manage project budgets and review and authorize vendor,consultant, and contractor invoices within established approval authority.
  
• Administer construction activities, including change orders,field directives, issue resolution, and contingency management.
  
• Establish, monitor, and report project budgets, schedules,risks, and progress to SBS leadership and key stakeholders.
  
• Coordinate design reviews at appropriate project milestonesand document stakeholder input, decisions, and required actions.
  
• Perform other related duties as assigned.
  

Competencies

To perform this role successfully, an individual shoulddemonstrate the following competencies:

Functional

• Project Management – Applies established projectmanagement methodologies and tools to define scope, develop schedules andbudgets, manage procurement and risk, and deliver projects within approvedcost, schedule, quality, and safety expectations.
  
• Construction Knowledge – Understands constructionmethods, materials, codes, permitting requirements, and safety standardsapplicable to building, infrastructure, equipment, and plant-layout projects.
  
• Food Processing Facility Construction – Demonstratesexperience with food-processing facility construction, preferably in seafoodprocessing and manufacturing, including knowledge of appropriate constructionpractices, hygienic design considerations, and processing equipmentintegration.
  
• Creative Problem-Solving – Combines logical analysiswith practical creativity to evaluate alternatives, resolve complex issues, andidentify effective solutions that may not be immediately apparent.
  

Interpersonal

• High Standards and Efficiency – Produces accurate,high-quality work with minimal wasted effort through disciplined planning,organization, prioritization, and follow-through. Consistently supportspersonal commitments, project goals, and company objectives.
  
• Communication – Communicates clearly andprofessionally in writing and verbally with engineers, operations personnel,maintenance teams, architects, contractors, suppliers, and leadership. Providesconcise project updates, reports, recommendations, and presentations.
  
• Leadership and Collaboration – Provides direction andaccountability to project teams, builds productive working relationships, andpromotes effective collaboration across departments and with external partners.
  
• Time Management – Prioritizes competing demands,manages multiple projects simultaneously, and consistently meets criticaldeadlines.
  
• Judgment – Applies sound business judgment,professional ethics, and strong reasoning skills. Works effectively acrossfunctions, articulates a clear point of view, identifies businessopportunities, and makes timely decisions in a demanding environment.
  

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, project management,architecture, business, or a closely related field preferred.Minimum of five years of project management experience,including experience coordinating engineering or technical teams.
  
• Minimum of five years of operational experience inmanufacturing or food processing; seafood processing experience is stronglypreferred.Experience leading technical team members through projectdelivery, including multidisciplinary design reviews.
  
• Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles,methods, and tools.Proven ability to build and lead multidisciplinary projectteams and collaborate effectively with diverse stakeholders, technicalprofessionals, operations and maintenance teams, and administrative staff.
  
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projectssimultaneously, meet demanding deadlines, and produce timely, high-qualitydeliverables.
  

Physical Demands

While performing the essential functions of this role, theemployee is regularly required to sit, use their hands to handle or feelobjects, and communicate verbally. The employee is occasionally required tostand, walk, reach with hands and arms, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Theemployee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

Work Environment and Schedule

This position is based at the Seattle, Washington corporateoffice and requires travel to company processing facilities, primarily inAlaska. Travel may be required up to 50% of the time, may occur on shortnotice, and may include continuous assignments of up to four weeks.

Mental Activities

The employee is expected to model high standards of honestyand integrity and to present and share information in a direct, appropriate,and helpful manner.The employee maintains a reputation for confidentiality,reliability, fairness, and accountability; acknowledges mistakes; and avoidsmisrepresenting information for personal gain. The employee approaches workwith energy and initiative, values thoughtful planning, and takes timely,decisive action when circumstances require it.

Salary Disclosure

The typical base pay range for this role is$125,000–$145,000 per year. Individual base pay is determined based on factorsincluding the primary work location, the complexity and responsibilities of therole, job requirements, and relevant experience and skills.

Silver Bay Benefits and Perks

• HealthInsurance: Employees, as well as their families, are eligible for healthbenefits that include medical, dental and vision benefits. Employees are alsoeligible for basic life insurance, long-term disability, as well as voluntarylife insurance benefits for them and their families.
  
• EmployeeAssistance Program:  Available foremployees and their families.
  
• Retirement Plan: Employees are eligible for the Silver Bay Seafoods safe harbor retirement401(k) plan.
  
• Paid Time Off(PTO) and Paid Holidays: Employees are eligible for Paid Time Off (PTO)plan benefits which start at 3 weeks a year, go up based on years of service,and receive 8 paid holidays each year.
  
• OtherCompensation: Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus.
  

Silver Bay Seafoods is an equal opportunity employer. Allqualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regardto age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity orexpression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, nationalorigin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteranstatus, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or anyother characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.

If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation dueto a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send arequest to humanresources@silverbayseafoods.com.