Project Manager- Food & Beverage

LAPORTE is a consulting engineering firm specializing in pharmaceutical, agrifood, industrial biotech and industrial plant processes, which has been in business for 25 years. Today, the company has 25 offices across North America and Europe, and over 480 employees with a passion for engineering.

We offer a stimulating environment where autonomy, collaboration and professional growth are at the heart of our daily work. We believe in a flexible working environment that values work-life balance while encouraging efficiency and creativity on a daily basis.

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Laporte is looking for Project Manager who will be responsible for supporting & leading the requirements for our Food & Beverage client’s projects. This role will work closely with and support our process engineers with projects in all stages and requirements and requires a solid understanding of F & B engineering as well as manufacturing processes & practices.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Participate in the clients’ user requirements analysis and project definitions
• Lead all phases of the projects and ensure they are in accordance with the agreed scope, timelines and budget
• Manage and support the interdisciplinary team on site
• Report project progress to clients
• Work collaboratively as part of multi-disciplinary design teams
• Chair project team meetings and provide technical direction
• Facilitate daily contractor coordination meetings to ensure seamless sequencing of activities
• Support positive client interactions and sub-consultant interface
• Perform technical and cGMP audits on client’s sites

Basic Qualifications

• 8-12 years of progressive experience in the area of Project Management for Food & Beverage industries.
• Must have an engineering degree in Process/Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering or any related fields
• Excellent knowledge of industry regulations, operations and facilities and document management
• Consulting engineering experience an asset

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong leadership, relationship management, organizational planning and project management skills, in addition to technical knowledge
• Entrepreneurial mindset and desire for business development.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment in methods, techniques and evaluation criteria for obtaining results
• Ability to influence clients, suppliers and peers into adopting "best practices" in the engineering field
• Excellent communication skills - verbal, written, listening and interpersonal with the ability to transfer knowledge to others
• Capability to engage and energize others to reach their fullest potential and performance
• Have flexibility to travel to external manufacturing sites as needed

Benefits – What We Have to Offer:

• Competitive Salary: Competitive salary commensurate with experience and industry standards;
• Health and Wellness Programs: Comprehensive group health insurance coverage from day one (medical, dental, vision, childcare);
• Retirement Plans: Employer-contributed RRSP plan at 4%;
• Flexible Work Arrangements: Hybrid work mode, with a minimum of 2 days per week in the office;
• Professional Development: A work environment that encourages empowerment and professional growth. Professional reimbursement fees (e.g., APEGA, PEO) covered by the company;
• Career Advancement Opportunities: Mentorship programs, trainings, cross-department opportunities, etc.;
• Work-Life Balance: 3 weeks of regular vacation with 1 week of paid vacation during the Christmas holidays. Personal/Sick leave of almost 1 week;
• Inclusive Culture: A diverse, flexible, and non-conformist work environment that values equity, work-life balance, and promotes efficiency in daily tasks with enormous growth opportunities;
• Team-Building Activities: Lunch & Learn sessions, team retreats, outdoor activities, family get-togethers, and workshops;
• Other Benefits: Public transport and telephone reimbursement.

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Send us your application today. We look forward to meeting you!

The LAPORTE team