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PROJECT MANAGER About Us Founded in 1978 Mitchell Mill Systems manufactures equipment for use in feed, grain, pet food, fish food, fertilizer, seed cleaning and industrial facilities. We also fabricate our own line of material handling equipment and specialty systems using light and heavy gauge mild and stainless- steel materials. Our strongest asset is our proven ability to adapt to our customers' needs and we guarantee the client’s satisfaction. We take great pride in supplying the finest quality goods and services. Our customers include international companies involved in the feed and grain, pet food, and food grade industry. We supply and install our equipment around the world and we have installations in Canada, Argentina, Australia, Brazil, England, China, Mexico, Philippines, Thailand and the United States. Check us out at www.mitchellmillsystems.com/ We are a member company of AGI – Ag Growth Industries – a leading manufacturer of grain, feed and fertilizer handling, storage and conditioning equipment. We believe that strong relationships and quality products are the cornerstones to success – this philosophy guides our work with farmers, grain trader processors and port facilities. www.aggrowth.com  Job Summary The role requires a minimum of 5 years of relevant Project Management experiences to drive and manage multiple projects for a variety of clients in the feed mill, food, beverage and pet food industries The ideal candidate should have a thorough knowledge of design engineering principles and project management methodologies, supported with in-depth experiences in the application of project management techniques. Responsibilities and Duties * Ability to operate AutoCAD. Steel structure knowledge and detailing required. 3D is a plus as is Solid Works * Responsible for onsite management, planning, scheduling, organization and coordination ensuring successful project completion. * Responsible for ensuring profit margins are met on each job or project. * Oversee project foremen to ensure they are operating effectively, safely and communicating professionally. * Ensure all onsite work is done safely and in accordance with the code. * Oversee all health & safety aspects of each project and address in a timely and professional manner. Advise the Joint Health & Safety Committee with any issues which require further discussion and/or action. * Supervise project foremen and crew and provide support through coaching, training skill development and team building. * Inform the General Manager and Purchaser with any anticipated staffing needs/changes and material purchases to avoid project delays. * Responsible for providing customers and managers with weekly progress reports. * Responsible for quality control of all completed work both onsite and in house. * Responsible for gathering all necessary project information and costs for the purposes of compiling and writing up change notices and out of scope work (extras) * Communicating and maintaining a cooperative working relationship with all Mitchell Mill Systems employees and customers including problem solving and conflict resolution. * Preparation of detailed job files for both in-house production and onsite work. * Work collaboratively with other Project Managers and the Management Team at Mitchell Mill Systems to review job costing as required. * Work with purchasers, suppliers, and vendors to ensure competitive pricing. * Work with office administrative staff to ensure all paperwork (customer files, job files and quotes) are accurate and completed in a timely manner. * Attend and contribute to weekly production meetings. * Bring forward cost reduction initiatives to the Management Team. * Assist in obtaining new customers when requested by the sales department. * Become knowledgeable about Mitchell Mill Systems product line and preferred practices, as well as all applicable industry standards and requirements. * Assist with research and development projects as required. * Prepare accurate estimates of material, labour, equipment and subcontractor costs for projects based on bid specification requirements and design builds. * Represent Mitchell Mill Systems with customers and subcontractors regarding contract negotiations, change orders/extras, disputes and claims. * Conduct site visits as necessary. * Estimates project costs and put together quotes. * Travel will be required for estimating purposes or project management - This could range from a day to a few weeks at a time. * Work with the General Manager and Production Management with respect to resource planning. Education * Bachelor of Engineering, Project Management PMP preferred Compensation * We provide a competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.  This includes benefits and a 401K Plan.