About Us:
BW Design Group is a fully integrated architecture, engineering, construction, system integration, and consulting firm committed to helping our clients realize their most critical goals from Strategy to Commercialization. As the only firm born from a manufacturing technology company to become an independent and fully integrated firm, we combine deep domain expertise in the manufacturing environment with an approach that is built to serve the dynamic needs of our clients. Rooted in our distinct culture of Truly Human Leadership, we cultivate the leaders who will define tomorrow and partner with our clients in the food & beverage, life sciences, industrial, and advanced technology industries to build the future of manufacturing and technology.
Job Description:
Who You'll Work WithYou will join one of our 45 offices in the US, be part of a committed team of over 1,500 professionals, and work in teams and directly with our clients doing work that is shaping the world around us. You will be welcomed into a rapidly growing business and team and empowered to make an impact. You will be valued, cared for, and challenged on your path to becoming a world-class professional consultant and surrounded by leaders who are committed to creating an environment that enables you to realize your own success and fulfillment.
When you join BW Design Group as a Sr. Project Manager, you are joining a team that will challenge you and position you for growth. In this role, you will work with a team of industry experts to help the world's leading companies convert capital spending initiatives into executable solutions. You will join our Project Development & Planning group and partner with seasoned leaders, technical specialists, and subject matter experts to deliver the highest quality front-end planning and project development solutions to our clients with consistency and accuracy.
What You'll DoLead the development of diverse and complex projects in the Food, Beverage, and Consumer Packaged Goods markets. By applying sound judgment and facilitating robust cross-functional solutions, you will drive the front-end planning and project development for manufacturing-focused capital investments.
- Lead the development of front-end programming, planning, schematic design and design development of process and packaging systems within CPG manufacturing facilities.
- Provide client & technical leadership in the development of capital projects for Food, Beverage and Consumer Packaged Goods clients prior to design and construction.
- Develop long-standing client relationships that are based on trust and technical competence.
- Expertise in project development and execution including; development of project plans and strategies, project resourcing, and overall project budgets that can be executed to achieve the client's investment objectives.
- Focus on overall project success and accomplishment of objectives related to scope, schedule, and budget, as well as critical elements of client satisfaction and client development.
- Analyze and develop specialized manufacturing solutions to meet the client's objectives for new and existing cGMP facilities.
- Maintain knowledge of Food, Beverage, and Consumer Packaged Goods industry standards, best practices and regulatory requirements.
- Mentor and provide guidance to technical and planning professionals within the firm.
- Project Management Tasks include; client leadership, client development, defining client goals and objectives, management of project financials, client and vendor correspondence, technical analysis, solution development and presentation of deliverables to the client.
- Lead and/or assist on client requests for proposals, develop customer presentations, interface with current and future client representatives, and perform other duties as needed.
- Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, strengthening that relationship with our clients and the Design Group team.
- 10+ years of experience leading the development and design of process and packaging systems, including; programmatic design, schematic design, design development, construction documents, permit acquisition and field implementation.
- Leadership skills and experience with a drive to grow and expand local and regional clients.
- The ability to lead design of GMP manufacturing and distribution facilities.
- An understanding of facility operational requirements, people and material flows, adjacency schemes, environmental classifications, food safety, GMP and an understanding of various industry regulatory requirements
- A working knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes
- Experience in the development, design and execution for greenfield and brownfield facilities as well scope development to be completed within operating facilities.
- Experience interfacing with clients and in establishing long-term client relationships.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and client interaction abilities.
- A willingness to travel for project requirements including client meetings, facility assessments, operational reviews, construction and start-up activities, client and company sponsored meetings.
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Manufacturing, or a closely related discipline.
Our culture and commitment to our people is what sets us apart. We foster an environment of mutual respect, integrity, and unconditional interest in the individual and collective success of our professionals. Our model and entrepreneurial mindset offer a rewarding, challenging, and highly flexible path. As a Sr. Project Manager, you will build a meaningful and fulfilling career with the support of professional development resources and mentorships including our First Year Experience program, Individual Development Plans, and Career Path resources and tools. You will be surrounded by exceptional talent who will support your development as both a world-class consultant and a highly effective leader.
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At Barry-Wehmiller we recognize that people come with a wealth of experience and talent beyond just the technical requirements of a job. If your experience is close to what you see listed here, please still consider applying. We know that our differences often can bring about innovation, excellence and meaningful work—therefore, people from all backgrounds are encouraged to apply to our positions. Please let us know if you require reasonable accommodations during the interview process.
Barry-Wehmiller is an equal opportunity employer. M/F/D/V This organization uses E-Verify.
Company:
Design GroupSkills Required
- 10+ years of experience in project development and design of process and packaging systems
- Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering or related discipline
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Experience in establishing long-term client relationships
- Leadership skills and experience with client development
Barry-Wehmiller Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Barry-Wehmiller and has not been reviewed or approved by Barry-Wehmiller.
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Retirement Support — A 401(k) with immediate vesting and a defined company match is provided, supporting structured long‑term savings. Plan specifics are documented in the current benefits handbook.
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Parental & Family Support — Paid parental leave is available for both birth and secondary caregivers, complemented by family‑building supports such as fertility benefits. Company‑paid disability coverage offers additional income protection around family events.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — A wellness incentive program can significantly reduce medical premiums when requirements are met. Telehealth and second‑opinion services, along with other resources, broaden everyday support.
Barry-Wehmiller Insights
What We Do
We’re Building A Better World. We’re more than just a successful capital equipment and engineering solutions firm. We’re an organization fiercely committed to improving the lives of our team members across the globe. By providing meaningful work in an environment of care and compassion, we send them home fulfilled by their time with us, rather than drained by it. We understand what every human being on the planet desires: to know that who they are and what they do matter. As a business, we have a unique opportunity to let them know that they do. Through our Truly Human Leadership culture and personal growth initiatives, we help them become their best selves. And when we bring out their best, they give their best. To their work, their team members and friends, our customers and suppliers, the people in the communities in which they work and live, and--most important of all--to their families. And before you know it, a better job has helped build a better world!
