Electrical Project Manager

Job SummaryProject Manager responsible for managing personnel in all areas of construction and operations, maintaining all equipment while estimating costs of maintenance and repair.Essential Duties / ResponsibilitiesNothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.Management of all Electrical activities associated with Darling Ingredients or any of its subsidiaries.Responsible for the scheduling of all mechanical field personnel and addressing issues that may arise.Responsible for the selection and procurement of mechanical equipment and supplies required to move construction forward in a timely manner.Responsible for the supervision and procurement of subcontractors hired to assist in the construction of processing facilities and buildings.Direct supervision of field mechanical coordinator, special projects coordinator, and subcontracted millwrights.Troubleshoot existing equipment when efficiencies fall below standards at Darling Ingredients facilities.Track progress on construction jobs weekly and develop a list of completed and outstanding tasks for each ongoing job.Coordinate ongoing and upcoming jobs in terms of labor required to complete the job successfully and on time.Responsible for on-site job cost relating to construction and installation of capital investment projects.Communicate and interface with upper management – General Managers, Plant Managers, and Production Managers.Responsible for large‑scale equipment change‑outs, including all necessary parts, equipment, labor scheduling, and task coordination to keep downtime within the allotted time frame.Responsible for the safety and supervision of subcontractors hired to help construct facilities or buildings.Responsible for supervising Darling employees used to construct or install equipment.Responsible for assisting in the startup of installed equipment.Responsible for the upkeep of tools and equipment owned by Darling Ingredients and used by oneself or others under supervision.All other duties as assigned.Position requires constant travel.Minimum QualificationsHigh school diploma or GED equivalent.Minimum of 5+ years of experience in the implementation and coordination of both high–level construction and process operations preferred.Electrical Certifications.Preferred QualificationsMillwright and rendering experience preferred.Prior supervisory experience a must; construction experience preferred.Good working knowledge of general mechanical background.Good communication and organizational skills.Ability to work with others in a professional manner.Excellent work ethic and positive attitude.Physical DemandsOccasionally lift 100 lbs.Frequently twist, tug, pull, and stretch.Occasional long hours required during change‑outs/switch‑over.Constant travel required; flying and driving to the jobsites.Frequent projects require completion on nights and weekends.Frequently walk, sit, climb, reach, bend, kneel, crouch, and stoop.Work EnvironmentJob functions will be carried out indoor and outside plant environments and/or in a personal vehicle as required. Temperature will fluctuate depending on outside conditions.Equal Opportunity EmployerDarling Ingredients is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration to qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, pregnancy, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military service, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state and local law. Know Your Rights: If you would like more information, please click on the link and paste into your browser: