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Director of Project Management

Twin Falls, ID · On-site

Summary The Director of Project Management is a key leadership role within Chobani's Global Engineering organization, responsible for leading strategic capital and engineering projects across Chobani ...

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As of Aug 22, 2026, the average yearly pay for director of project development in the United States is $142,075.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $118,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Project Development often manages several complex projects at once, which can make prioritization and resource allocation challenging. Balancing competing deadlines, budgets, and stakeholder expectations requires strong organizational and communication skills. Additionally, adapting to shifting business needs and ensuring alignment across cross-functional teams are common challenges. Successful Directors proactively address these issues by implementing robust project management frameworks and fostering transparent communication among team members.

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To thrive as a Director Of Project Development, you need expertise in project management, strategic planning, and business development, often supported by a relevant degree and extensive leadership experience. Familiarity with project management software like MS Project or Asana, as well as certifications such as PMP, is commonly required. Exceptional leadership, negotiation, and communication skills help drive cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations. These competencies are crucial for ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and aligned with organizational goals.

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A director of project development oversees the planning, execution, and completion of projects within an organization, ensuring they meet goals, budgets, and deadlines. They coordinate teams, manage resources, and develop strategies to drive project success, often using project management tools and methodologies.

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Director of Project Management

Chobani

Twin Falls, ID • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 17 days ago

Chobani rating

8.9

Company rating: 8.9 out of 10

Based on 37 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

17th of 442 rated food and drinks producers

Job description

Summary

The Director of Project Management is a key leadership role within Chobani's Global Engineering organization, responsible for leading strategic capital and engineering projects across Chobani's manufacturing network while overseeing a team of Project Managers.

This is a highly technical leadership role, and we are specifically seeking an engineering leader with deep experience in Food & Beverage, Dairy, Beverage, or CPG manufacturing environments. The ideal candidate brings strong expertise in plant engineering, CAPEX execution, processing and packaging systems, and leading complex projects inside fast-paced production operations.

This leader will partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and plant leadership teams to safely execute high-impact projects that drive operational growth, capacity expansion, and manufacturing excellence.

Responsibilities
  • Lead and develop a team of Project Managers responsible for executing strategic capital projects across Chobani manufacturing facilities
  • Drive execution of large-scale CAPEX initiatives including plant expansions, processing systems, packaging lines, utilities, infrastructure, and operational improvement projects
  • Partner with plant leadership, Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and external vendors to ensure successful project delivery
  • Collaborate with leadership to develop and execute short- and long-term capital planning strategies aligned with business objectives
  • Ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory and company standards
  • Lead resource planning and project prioritization across multiple concurrent initiatives
  • Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize operational disruption, delays, and cost overruns
  • Establish and drive project management standards, tools, KPIs, and best practices across the organization
  • Provide leadership, coaching, and accountability to project teams while fostering a culture of execution, collaboration, and continuous improvement
  • Serve as executive sponsor or lead Project Manager for high-priority or complex capital projects
  • Ensure clear communication and alignment across all project stakeholders, including executive leadership
  • Conduct regular project reviews focused on timelines, financial performance, operational impact, and risk management
Requirements
  • 10+ years of experience leading capital projects, engineering initiatives, or manufacturing operations within Food & Beverage, Dairy, Beverage, or CPG manufacturing environments
  • 8+ years of project management experience overseeing complex capital projects, budgets, timelines, contractors, and cross-functional execution
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing Project Managers, engineering teams, or technical project organizations
  • Strong knowledge of manufacturing operations, plant engineering, and CAPEX execution within live production environments
  • Experience leading projects involving processing systems, packaging equipment, utilities, infrastructure, facility expansions, or operational improvements
  • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive execution in fast-paced manufacturing environments
  • Strong financial acumen with experience managing multi-million-dollar capital budgets
  • Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and leadership skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities in complex operational environments
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Industrial Technology, Project Management, Business, or a related field preferred
  • PMP certification preferred
  • Experience with SAP, MS Project, AutoCAD, or similar project management and engineering systems is a plus
  • Willingness and ability to travel as needed
About Us 

Chobani is a food maker with a mission of making high-quality and nutritious food accessible to more people, while elevating our communities and making the world a healthier place. In short: making good food for all. In support of this mission, Chobani is a purpose-driven, people-first, food-and-wellness-focused company, and has been since its founding in 2005 byHamdi Ulukaya, an immigrant to the U.S. The Company manufactures yogurt, oat milk, and creamers - Chobani yogurt is America's No.1 yogurt brand, made with natural ingredients without artificial preservatives. Following the 2023 acquisition of La Colombe, a leading coffee roaster with a shared commitment to quality, craftmanship and impact, the Company began selling cold-pressed espresso and lattes on tap at cafes nationwide, as well as Ready to Drink (RTD) coffee beverages at retail. In 2025, Chobani acquired Daily Harvest, a modern brand offering consumers nutritious, delicious and convenient ready-to-make meals.

 
Chobani uses food as a force for good in the world - putting humanity first in everything it does. The company's philanthropic efforts prioritize giving back to its communities and beyond. Chobani manufactures its products inNew York,Idaho,MichiganandAustralia, and its products are available throughoutNorth Americaand distributed inAustraliaand other select markets.


For more information, please visit www.chobani.com or follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and LinkedIn.

Chobani is an equal opportunity employer. Chobani will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Chobani provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision coverage, disability insurance, health savings account, flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement. To help save for the future, all employees are eligible for a 401k match of 100% on up to 5% of eligible pay. To support growing families, we provide fertility and childcare assistance, and 12 weeks of parental leave at full pay after six months of continuous employment. In addition, we provide wellness resources which include an employee assistance program, fitness discounts, a wellness reimbursement, on-site gym access (certain locations) and a monthly wellness newsletter to connect you with resources and timely information. We offer various types of paid time of including: 120 hours of paid time off, 11 holidays, paid volunteer time off and military service leave.

Compensation Range: $144,000.00 - $216,000.00, plus bonus.

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