Senior Project Manager, Utilities

fairlife LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.

With over $3B in annual retail sales fairlifes portfolio of delicious lactose-free real dairy products includes: fairlife ultra-filtered milk; Core Power High Protein Shakes a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery; fairlife nutrition plan a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.

A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company fairlife LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.

To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products please visit .

job purpose:

The Senior Project Manager Utilities is responsible for the successful execution of large-scale capital projects within the utilities workstream ensuring delivery within approved schedules and budgets. This role requires strong coordination across Engineering and Operations to drive alignment and collaboration. The Utilities Senior Project Manager must possess a solid technical understanding of project scope along with a clear awareness of cross-functional stakeholder requirements. Responsibilities also include managing budgets timelines and supporting resources. Key accountabilities span the full project lifecycle including feasibility studies procurement installation support commissioning validation and ramp-up activities.

responsibilities:

• Review project scope including budget and schedule analysis and identify potential scope gaps.
• Own project budget timeline risk assessments and overall financial performance.
• Serve as the primary point of communication between internal stakeholders vendors partners and operations teams.
• Coordinate equipment delivery site access shutdowns installation commissioning and startup support.
• Ensure vendor deliverables meet project requirements and fairlife performance standards.
• Participate in factory acceptance testing (FAT) punch list development and project closeout activities.
• Support integration of PLCs HMIs and auxiliary systems tied to utility equipment.
• Lead plant fit-out execution (e.g. signage workstations lab equipment safety barriers) and provide regular project updates.
• Develop and maintain engineering documentation technical databases and turnover packages ensuring compliance with EHS quality and regulatory standards.

skills/qualifications required:

• 10 years of industrial manufacturing experience (dairy food & beverage or liquid processing preferred).
• Strong knowledge of aseptic/sanitary design standards and process equipment requirements.
• Deep understanding of utility systems (steam boilers glycol cooling towers RO electrical) and ability to read P&IDs.
• Proven experience managing capital and commercialization projects across the full project lifecycle.
• Strong leadership collaboration and influencing skills across cross-functional and contractor teams.
• Solid cost management budgeting forecasting and financial tracking experience.
• Working knowledge of supply chain operations and ability to support cross-functional initiatives.
• Proficiency with SharePoint Microsoft Office and AutoCAD for project tracking data analysis and documentation.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to operate effectively in ambiguous fast-paced environments with a proactive mindset.
  

workingconditions and physical requirements:

• 12hours sitting/standing/walking

• Exposure toAbility tolift upto lbs.

• Reaching/bending requirements (if any)

• Exposure to hazards (machinery confined spaces etc.)

• Any other physical requirements

food safety requirements:

• Notify supervision of any repairs or adjustments that are required that may affect product quality or food safety.

• Understand observe and comply with the handling and usage of the color-coded container policy while in the Production Areas.

• Perform all duties necessary to meet Company Customer and/or Government requirements/standards as prioritized by the Company.

• Ability to initiate action to prevent the occurrence of nonconformities relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the product processes quality system or safety system.

• Identify and record any problems relating to Food Safety and the Quality of the ingredients processes quality system or safety system.

• Control further processing or delivery of nonconformingproductin terms of Food Safety and Quality issues until the deficiency or unsatisfactory condition has been corrected.

• In the event of absence another employee with the same skill level will assume the duties and responsibilities as required.

how fairlife nourishes you:

At fairlife we believe in better and that includes how we support our people. We offer a comprehensive suite of benefits andwellbeingresources designed to support you physically emotionally socially and financially both in and out of work.

• Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage effective day one!

• Supplemental health plans (hospital indemnity accident and critical illness insurance)

• Paid Time Off to recharge and support work-life balance

• Paid parental leave & adoption assistance (up to $10000)

• Parental support & family care benefits including childcare resources and lactation support

• 401(k) to support retirement planning with up to 9% in employer match

• Wellness reimbursement (up to $500 for qualified wellbeing expenses)

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for emotional wellbeing and work-life support

• Company-paid life insurance and short-term disability

• Employer HSA funding (for HDHP participants)

• Tuition reimbursement (up to $10000) and student loan repayment ($200/month)

• Learning & development programs to unlock your full potential

• Rewards & recognition matching gifts free product and Business Resource Groups

fairlifesnour!shprogram is designed to meet you where you are supporting your individual wellbeing journey while enabling you to do your best work every day.

position location: Coopersville MI; Webster NY

reports to:Director of Engineering Large capital projects

travel requirements:50%

exempt/nonexempt:exempt

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fairlife LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis ofrace color religion age sex national origin disability status genetics protected veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or expression or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.

In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us please email.

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At fairlife we manage the majority of our hiring internally through our dedicated Talent Acquisition team which is actively engaged in direct candidate sourcing. Most of our roles are filled through applications submitted via our careers site or through direct outreach by our team.