Project Manager

A Day in the Life:

The Project Manager will lead or participate in the safe design and construction of both Greenfield and existing facility projects for Bunge in the North American region. The design and construction must align with strategic initiatives, and maintain compliance with all federal, state, and local code requirements in Canada and the United States. Associated work will include collaboration on or leadership of in-house design in concert with engineering firms for the successful completion of projects, utilizing a stage-gated approach. The incumbent will be responsible for engaging in all categories of projects, including: Project Execution, Engineering, Procurement, Project Controls, Risk, Business and Commercial, Information Management, Health-Safety-Environment, Quality, Staffing, and Operations. Qualified candidates will coordinate with other corporate and support entities in the categories to manage capital projects that could exceed $5M each. The incumbent will interface with senior level stakeholders on a regular basis.

What You'll Be Doing:

• Assist with preparation and/or oversight of the development of design and feasibility studies for projects at BNA or greenfield facilities using a steadfast stage-gated project management approach
• Develop and review project cost estimates and direct modifications as appropriate and required
• Prepare and/or review budgets for expenditures on outside consulting engineers and regularly review the work of consultants
• Review equipment specification recommendations and review construction bid packages
• Prepare and/or review and monitor controls on scheduling and project costs
• Prepare and/or assemble periodic project reports and engineering activities summaries for projects he/she is managing
• Work with the Senior Project Managers to evaluate, plan and develop capital expenditure projects
• Ensure capital and expense projects are aligned with business unit objectives and completed safely within scope, schedule and budget
• Manage project submission process to include evaluation of projects, review of proposals and advise on project feasibility
• Provide assistance to plant locations in identifying and developing projects resulting in added profit or cost savings
• Communicate and model good business practices that support the company's core values.

Management/Leadership Responsibilities:

• Visioning and Alignment: Engages others by communicating a picture of future possibilities and shared purpose to work collectively toward common objectives
• Strategic Thinking: Analyzes and applies a broad organizational and business perspective to identify and maintain focus on key drivers of organizational performance.
• Talent Management: Maximizes colleague capabilities by collaborating fluidly, providing ongoing feedback, and suggesting opportunities for growth and development.
• Relationship Management: Builds trusting, productive relationships with internal/external customers, team members, colleagues and stakeholders through transparent, genuine, influential communications.
• Business Management: Demonstrates the ability to plan, organize, improve and execute activities related to business operations.
• Organizational Perspective: Adopts a systemic perspective, defining and leveraging the ideas, resources and unique perspectives of Bunge's diverse local and global groups.
• Change and Innovation: Actively supports exploration of new ideas, calculated risk-taking and choices/initiatives that can make a significant impact.
• Performance and Results Orientation: Maintains focus on key performance drivers, continuously improves processes, and consistently delivers results.

Education & Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required; Mechanical, Chemical, or Agricultural related engineering preferred.
• Industry Expertise:A proven track record and comprehensive understanding within one or more of the following sectors is essential: Grain Handling, Oilseeds Processing, Agriculture, Biofuels, Bio-Products, Pulp and Paper, Food and Beverage, or Specialty Chemicals. Specific experience in agricultural processing is a mandatory prerequisite, demonstrating familiarity with relevant operational nuances and industry best practices.
• Project Management Leadership:Demonstrated experience leading or significantly contributing to capital projects with a Total Installed Cost (TIC) exceeding $2.5 Million. A minimum of eight (8) years of combined experience in project management and construction is required, showcasing an ability to navigate complex project lifecycles from conception to completion.
• Multi-Disciplinary Engineering Collaboration:A minimum of five (5) years of experience actively collaborating with engineering colleagues across various disciplines (e.g., mechanical, electrical, civil, process). This includes effectively translating project needs into engineering solutions and facilitating cross-functional communication to achieve project objectives.
• Strategic Procurement & Contractor Management:Proven ability to strategically engage and collaborate with procurement teams throughout the entire project lifecycle, from initial cost estimations and vendor pre-qualification to tender processes and final contract award. This includes optimizing value, mitigating risks, and ensuring timely acquisition of materials and services.
• Robust Project Controls & Risk Management:Exceptional proficiency in implementing and managing comprehensive project controls, ensuring rigorous oversight of project Scope, Cost, and Schedule. The candidate will also possess demonstrable experience in proactively identifying, analyzing, and mitigating project risks across all phases, ensuring successful project delivery and safeguarding investments.
• Business Acumen & Commercial Insight:Experience supporting commercial and business development teams in the creation and validation of financial models for capital projects. This includes understanding the commercial implications of project decisions and contributing to the economic viability assessments of new ventures.
• Information Management & Collaborative Technologies:Proficient in leveraging modern collaboration software applications for effective project information management, documentation, and team communication, promoting transparency and efficiency.
• Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) Stewardship:A minimum of five (5) years of direct or indirect experience in managing and promoting Health, Safety, and Environmental excellence on projects. Experience and knowledge pertaining to asset-based standards such as NFPA 36, 61, and 652 are highly advantageous, demonstrating a commitment to safety and regulatory compliance.
• Quality Assurance & Control:Familiarity and practical experience with established Project Quality control techniques, ensuring that project deliverables consistently meet specified standards and stakeholder expectations.
• Project Staffing & Organizational Design:An understanding of best practices in developing and designing effective organizational charts for project teams, optimizing resource allocation and defining clear roles and responsibilities to maximize project success.
• Owner's Team Operations Experience:A minimum of three (3) years of experience working as part of an owner's team at an operational asset, providing invaluable insight into the long-term implications of project decisions on plant performance and reliability.
• Leadership & Team Development:At least three (3) years of experience directly or indirectly managing individuals, teams, or operational functions, including plant or multi-plant operations. This includes demonstrated leadership skills in building, motivating, and developing high-performing teams to achieve ambitious goals.
• Technical Proficiency:Demonstrated proficiency with applicable industry-standard computer software packages for project management, engineering, and general business operations.
• Exceptional Communication & Interpersonal Skills:Outstanding verbal, written, listening, and presentation communication skills, capable of articulating complex information clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.

Benefits:

• Health Benefits - Offering choices so you can enroll in medical, dental and vision plans that meet your individual needs.
• 401(k) Retirement Plan - Investing in your future with an automatic 5% company contribution AND matching up to 4% of your contributions.
• Family Support - Supporting new and growing families by providing 6 weeks of 100% paid parental leave and fertility coverage.
• Tuition Reimbursement - Contributing to your education by reimbursing $5,000 of tuition expenses annually.
• Time Off - Providing generous PTO based on professional work experience
  • 0 - 9 years: 25 days
  • 10 - 19 years: 30 days
  • 20+ years: 35 days

At Bunge (NYSE: BG), our purpose is to connect farmers to consumers to deliver essential food, feed and fuel to the world. As a premier agribusiness solutions provider, our team of ~37,000 dedicated employees partner with farmers across the globe to move agricultural commodities from where they're grown to where they're needed-in faster, smarter, and more efficient ways. We are a world leader in grain origination, storage, distribution, oilseed processing and refining, offering a broad portfolio of plant-based oils, fats, and proteins. We work alongside our customers at both ends of the value chain to deliver quality products and develop tailored, innovative solutions that address evolving consumer needs. With 200+ years of experience and presence in over 50 countries, we are committed to strengthening global food security, advancing sustainability, and helping communities prosper where we operate. Bunge has its registered office in Geneva, Switzerland and its corporate headquarters in St. Louis, Missouri. Learn more at Bunge.com.

Every day our people exemplify these values, which represent Bunge at its core:

* We Are One Team - Collaborative, Respectful, Inclusive
* We Lead The Way - Agile, Empowered, Innovative
* We Do What's Right - Safety, Sustainability, With Integrity

If this sounds like you, join us! We value and invest in people who believe in our purpose and are excited to live it every day - people who are #ProudtoBeBunge