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Portfolio Manager - Position and Responsibilities
As a Portfolio Manager (PFM) with Middough, you will serve as a client account manager and be the primary point of contact for the client and other outside consultants of the project(s). The PFM is fully responsible for the overall development and execution of a portfolio of projects (typically $1MM+ Portfolio fee), including project profitability, quality, safety, client satisfaction, controlling available resources, project scope, schedule, budget, and contractual requirements. The PFM possesses broad knowledge, understanding and experience with the standard engineering and construction models including A/E, EPCM, or Design Build. As a PFM, you will also provide leadership and organization to the project to instill confidence in the client regarding the project team's abilities. A PFM also maintains specific knowledge of planning and scheduling functions and a thorough understanding of contract administration, liability, and safety situations.
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following:

• Develop client proposals, project specification/scopes, and negotiate final contracts with clients.
• Support and drive business development activities and establish on-going client relationships to enhance Middough client portfolio.
• Lead and organize projects to instill client' confidence in the project team's abilities.
• Manage client project financials, pricing, and cash flow.
• Monitor project costs and quality to ensure the profitability and technical performance of the project and develop innovative actions to correct variances to scope, budget, and/or schedule.
• Anticipate, recognize, and identify key project challenges and establish objectives and priorities for resolution; determine solutions and direct their implementation.
• Coordinate completion of defined work scope for a project between disciplines/departments and locations involved.
• Assist in preparation of project execution strategy and reviews progress as drawings and specifications are developed and prior to issue for permit and construction.
• Monitor changes in scope and schedule and secures change authorizations, as required.
• Develop reviews, and approve all project management documents including scope development, project costs and schedules, and internal/external communications.
• Exercise cost efficient and innovative approaches in the design to save construction costs and improve productivity.
• Collaborate with internal groups on safety and contract/liability topics.
• Prepare periodic reports for the client to track cost, schedule, and quality performance.
• Issue regular invoices for contracted work and services payment and follow up on past due invoices.

Education, Experience and Skills
The successful candidate will possess the following:

• Accredited Bachelor of Science degree in an Engineering discipline required.
• 15+ years of client portfolio management experience within professional services/consulting and the food/agriculture or other industrial industries.
• Understanding of the design, construction or operation of Corn, Soybean, Wheat, Barley, Cocoa, Other Cereal Grains, Brewing, Sugar, Fermentation, or Bio-based Chemical Processing Facilities or sugar candy, chocolate, chewing gum, ice cream, cereals, baked goods, snacks, dairy products, beverages, sauces and prepared food processing facilities
• 5+ years of successful client relationship, client growth, and business development experience.
• Strong ability to establish, build, and maintain relationships with both clients and all internal levels around professionalism, trust, integrity, and collaboration.
• Knowledge and experience in project planning and scheduling functions; a thorough understanding of contract administration, liability, and safety requirements.
• Experience with and general knowledge of safety and contract/liability situations.
• Broad knowledge, understanding and experience with the basic engineering and construction models including A/E, AEPCM, Design Build and/or CM.
• Ability to multi-task and be highly organized for effective project planning and completion.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office products.
• Excellent attention to detail; strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Physical Requirements
The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing duties of this position, the successful candidate will:

• Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.
• Frequently walk, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, twist/bend, use repeating motions that may include the wrists/hands/fingers and talk and hear.
• Frequently use up-close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus.
• Should not expect adverse environmental conditions within company offices.
• May be exposed to adverse environmental conditions (such as climbing ladders and/or stairs, extreme heat and/or cold, and/or poor air quality) if or when on-site at a client facility. Noise levels may be moderate to high at various client sites, hearing protection may be required and/or provided. Safety protections provided by the client and/or company and are required to be used and followed.
• May require occasional car or air travel to other company locations or client sites.
• This position requires the candidate/employee to possess and maintain a valid driver's license in their state of residence and auto insurance coverage.

About Middough
Middough Inc. (Middough), founded in 1950, is a leading professional engineering, architecture and project solutions company providing services to a broad spectrum of Fortune 500 clients in nine core industries with offices across the Central, Midwest and Northeast regions. Our diversified team is our greatest asset, and they are challenged with a large variety of interesting projects, management and technical development opportunities and team building experiences. Middough employs the best and brightest individuals who share our passion for excellence and who are dedicated to client satisfaction, quality service, safety awareness and professional development.
What Middough Offers
We offer a growth and learning culture which encourages and supports employee development through a wide variety of tools and resources such as the company Learning Management System, Middough Learning Center. Middough provides an opportunity to bring your talents and expertise to a successful and growing organization for your career advancement goals. Additionally, we offer a highly competitive compensation and the following comprehensive benefits package, based on eligibility and plan terms/changes:

• A hybrid work model for work-life flexibility (based on business and client needs)
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company paid Short/Long Term Disability, Life, AD&D, and Travel Insurance
• Health Saving and Flexible Spending Accounts
• 401(k) Plan
• Paid Time Off, Company Paid Holidays
• Tuition Assistance
• Paid Certifications and Registrations (as applicable)
• Employee Assistance Program

Middough participates in the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA) E-Verify program to confirm work authorization.
Equal Opportunity Employment
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, status as a parent, national origin, age, disability (physical or mental), family medical history or genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit based factors or any other protected characteristic under protected by federal, state, or local laws. Middough does not support sponsorship for any applicant that requires an employment visa (i.e., H-1B) to work lawfully in the US.