Project Manager - Pea Protein

Louis Dreyfus Company is a leading merchant and processor of agricultural goods. Our activities span the entire value chain from farm to fork, across a broad range of business lines, we leverage our global reach and extensive asset network to serve our customers and consumers around the world. Structured as a matrix organization of six geographical regions and ten platforms, Louis Dreyfus Company is active in over 100 countries and employs approximately 17,000 people globally.

This position is responsible for the delivery of assigned industrial projects as set forth by the company’s resource committee; these project plans include specifications, cost and schedule. This position will be a key part in the project plan formulation process prior to approval, along with other departments within the company. This position will work with internal and external resources as necessary in the design and construction of new facilities and modification of existing facilities as required meeting commercial expectations, maximizing operating efficiencies and maintaining compliance with all federal, provincial and local regulatory requirements.

In the near term, this position will be the onsite Project Manager for the construction of LDC’s pea protein isolate production plant in Yorkton, SK, Canada. The facility will produce pea protein isolates for human food, and byproducts of okara, pea hulls and pea solubles, for the animal feed and other markets.

Primary Responsibilities/Essential Functions

Project Execution and Controls

• Develop the Project Construction Management Team organization.
• Responsible for preparing / reviewing equipment specifications and preparation and review of RFQ’s.
• Oversees the selection of strategic process, construction, EPCm, and design to build suppliers.
• Validates the project cost and delivery schedules before the beginning of construction.
• Ensures that project management controls (SHE, Quality Assurance, HACCP, project control, project budget and implementation schedule, commissioning and start-up programs) are in place throughout project’s development. This would include weekly and monthly reporting on both Regional and Global levels.
• Oversees the operation’s start-up and hand-over of the asset to the operations team.
• Ensures the roll out of the project according to agreed specifications, cost and delivery lead time.
• Validates the project’s CAPEX / OPEX annual budget during Budget and Reforecast processes.

Project Processes and Procedures

• Select and develop relations with strategic partners.
• Develop or enhance appropriate reports, templates and procedures for project controls.
• Keep track of industry or Project Execution best practices.
• Contributes to the development of LDC industrial standards (process design / standard components / maintenance / continuous improvement).

Additional Responsibilities

• Serve as one of the primary interfaces for engineering on technical issues with operations.
• Problem solving and troubleshooting as requested by the plants on an as-needed basis.
• Conducts feasibility studies for other initiatives including plant proteins projects as they are developed.
• Works with the Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) staff to assure regulatory certifications and compliance on capital and process improvements, normal operating practices regarding SHE.
• Works with QA group to ensure that the plant as it is constructed complies with all the food safety and food quality requirements.
• Participate in the development and administration of project policies and programs.
• Supervise Company and Contractor work force for all assigned capital improvement projects to ensure that project goals are met while meeting company quality and cost standards.
• Lead in the project development, design and budgeting process to establish accurate costing for management.  Manage assigned projects to ensure monetary budgets and scheduled timelines are accomplished.
• Participates in long-range planning decisions, recommends capital projects.
• Reviews plant operations for potential process / procedural improvements for higher throughput and / or costs savings.
• Maintains good working knowledge of SHE policies, rules and procedures applicable to area of responsibility and ensures all applicable requirements are adhered to. 
• Ensures area of responsibility is maintained in orderly and safe manner.  
• Ensures unsafe working conditions are remedied as soon as practicable
• Follows construction completion criteria and construction requirements with the maintenance manager.
• Assists in the project start-up with local management.
• Additional projects and duties as assigned.

Experience

• 5+ years of industrial Senior Project Management/Engineering experience is required.

• Experience and direct involvement in the construction and start-up of plant protein or dairy plants is preferred.

Education/Professional Certifications/Licenses

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering; Civil, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical or Agricultural
• Professional Engineer (P.Eng) is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) is desired.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities (including any physical demands)

• Knowledge of applicable federal and provincial regulations and personnel policies to ensure compliance and accomplish the safe and timely completion of capital projects and / or process changes.
• Knowledge of federal and provincial regulations regarding safety, health and environmental management to ensure compliance and accomplish the safe and timely completion of capital projects and / or process changes.
• Familiarity with the basics of plant protein or dairy products manufacturing is desired.
• Experience in microbial contamination prevention and CIP systems. is preferred.
• Proficiency with applicable computer software packages including AutoCAD, Microsoft Word, Excel, and Project.
• Knowledgeable with applicable software packages such as Wonderware, RSLogix, and PowerLogic.
• Exposure to plant operations, maintenance and safety.
• Knowledge of design codes and governmental regulations affecting the food industry including but not limited to NFPA, OSHA and MOE standards and requirements.
• Demonstrated mechanical aptitude and interest with strong problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational and planning capabilities with the ability to handle multiple assignments at the same time.
• Strong verbal and written communications skills.
• Ability to work as a team member in a team environment.
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
• High sense of urgency.
• Financial analysis skills.
• Procurement/ contract negotiations skills.
• PHA/HAZOP/HACCP implementation.
• Tolerance for ambiguity.
• Comfortable working with individuals at all organizational levels.
• Ability to climb stairs.

What We Offer

We provide a dynamic and stimulating international environment, which will stretch and develop your abilities and channel your skills and expertise with outstanding career development opportunities in one of the largest and most solid private companies in the world.

- Comprehensive benefits program including extended health care and dental coverage, employee and family assistance program, life insurance and disability coverage

- Retirement Savings Plan with Employer contributions and matching

- Paid vacation, paid sick time and paid statutory holidays

Diversity & Inclusion

LDC is driven by a set of shared values and high ethical standards, with diversity and inclusion being part of our DNA. LDC is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing a working environment that embraces and values diversity, equity and inclusion.

LDC encourages diversity, supports local communities and environmental initiatives. We encourage people of all backgrounds to apply.

Sustainability

Sustainable value is at the heart of our purpose as a company.

We are passionate about creating fair and sustainable value, both for our business and for other value chain stakeholders: our people, our business partners, the communities we touch and the environment around us