Project Manager

Overview

Location:  Calera, AL

Compensation:  $105,936 to $130,862/annually depending on experience

The Project Manager's prime objectives are to assist the Plant Manager in identifying potential progress actions and developing long term related studies as well as to take care of new projects (studies and/or implementation of investments or smaller modifications).  It is also an objective to assist other departments in problem solving. This position supports a good standing in the community, sustainable operations, and adheres to and upholds all company policies, safety standards and federal / state regulations.

Roles & Responsibilities

• As the incumbent assists the Plant Manager in identifying potential progress actions, he must have a good understanding of the operation, the internal challenges and the external constraints.  The long-term related studies have to be developed considering directions given by the Plant Manager, updated or in development technologies and modern concepts regarding managerial systems and organizational structures.
• New projects are an area where the incumbent will have to analyze, in depth, the real needs of the plant and to propose affordable solutions, consulting very closely the future users.  This is a support type of function where ideas have to be sold to others, even if modifying significantly the routine.  The developed studies may be pursued by an investment or by the implementation of a smaller modification, with the support of contractors or plant employees.  The incumbent has to work with CTS in the development of major projects and is the on-site leader, when realizing the investment.
• Finally, the incumbent has to be aware of the cement operation when he is asked to help in troubleshooting problems, and his credibility depends upon his ability to be part of the plant team and to relate with other departments.
• One major challenge for the incumbent is to mitigate short-term needs and long-term strategies in creative solutions, thus helping the Plant Manager in selling unusual or new ideas. 
• Assist in the integration of long-term requirements and strategies and to accept new technologies or concepts by those not directly under the supervision or authority of the incumbent.
• Be aware of the plant issues and maintain a good updated technological, managerial and organizational knowledge by frequent outside contacts and literature.
• The incumbent must have a good mechanical, electrical and civil engineering knowledge.  He must also have a good knowledge of project and cost management.  Human skills are required to ensure good relationship with plant personnel and when dealing with contractors.  The incumbent must have autonomy and initiative to develop his work with little control.

Specific Accountabilities

• Conduct studies related to the future of the plant, contributing thus in its development.
• Assist plant personnel in elaborating ideas and plans regarding progress actions in order to improve long term efficiency of the operation.
• Ensure proper execution of projects through development of studies and/or implementation of small modifications or major investments.
• Assist plant personnel in analyzing major problems, which interfere with the short-term operation.
• Promote new technologies and new managerial and organizational concepts in order to maintain competitiveness of this facility.
• Ensure proper information and assist in plant personnel training regarding new installations.
• Ensure that proper permitting is in place including environmental, municipal and any others required in a timely manner in order to avoid delays.
• Ensure that proper insurance, hold harmless and other documentation required for the protection of Summit Materials, is in place before any vendors are permitted access to Summit property to begin work.
• Preparation of SR/CR/ARs in accordance with Summit guidelines to attain project approval 
• Ensure that proper insurance certifications, hold harmless, or other documentation required for the protection of Summit Material, is in place before any outside contractors are permitted access to Lafarge property to begin work.
• Must be able to pass pre-employment screening which may include a physical, background check, and drug screen.

Education

Benefits

• Recession Resistant Industry
• Consistent work, with a work/life balance
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off
• 401(k) Plan w/ employer match contribution
• Medical / Dental / Vision plan offered
• Life Insurance - Company Paid
• Short-term / Long-term Disability Insurance - Company Paid

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What to Expect During our Hiring Process

• Background Check
• Motor Vehicle Record Check
• 5-Panel Drug Screen
• Fit for Duty Baseline Physical (if applicable)
• A great team to support you throughout your career with Summit Materials companies!

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