The Project Manager – Fabricated Equipment Installations is responsible for planning, coordinating, and managing the installation of fabricated process equipment across food and beverage manufacturing facilities. This role ensures projects are executed safely, on time, within budget, and compliant with sanitary standards (3-A, FDA, USDA). The Project Manager works closely with engineering, fabrication, production, and contractors to deliver seamless installation and commissioning of tanks, piping, valves, and related systems.
Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets for fabricated equipment installations.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including fabrication, engineering, quality, maintenance, and contractors.
Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables aligned with business goals.
Oversee equipment delivery, site preparation, installation, and commissioning activities.
Manage risks, issues, and changes, ensuring timely resolution and stakeholder communication.
Track project progress against schedule and budget, reporting status regularly to senior management.
Ensure all installation activities comply with sanitary design standards (3-A), food safety regulations (FDA, USDA), and safety protocols.
Conduct inspections and facilitate testing to verify installation quality and operational readiness.
Support validation and documentation requirements.
Serve as primary point of contact for internal teams, vendors, contractors, and regulatory bodies during project execution.
Facilitate communication and collaboration to align project objectives and resolve conflicts.
Document lessons learned and best practices for future installations.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in project delivery and installation processes.
Project planning, scheduling, and budgeting
Cross-functional team coordination and leadership
Sanitary equipment installation and commissioning
Quality assurance and regulatory compliance
Risk management and stakeholder communication
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or related field preferred
PMP (Project Management Professional) or equivalent preferred
Relevant food safety or sanitary standards training a plus
7+ years of project management experience in fabricated equipment installation, preferably in food & beverage or sanitary process industries
Proven track record managing multi-disciplinary teams and complex projects
Strong knowledge of sanitary equipment, process systems, and food safety regulations
Excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills
Proficiency with project management software and tools
Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and risk effectively
Detail-oriented with strong problem-solving capabilities