Project Engineering Manager

<h2>Project Engineering Manager — Nashville, Tennessee</h2> <p>Our client, a food manufacturing organization based in Nashville, Tennessee, is seeking an experienced Project Engineering Manager to lead capital and facility improvement projects across their operations. This is a retained search conducted by Transparent Search Group on behalf of the company. Relocation assistance is available for qualified candidates outside the Nashville area.</p> <h2>Responsibilities</h2> <ul> <li>Plan, manage, and execute capital improvement and facility expansion projects from concept through commissioning</li> <li>Coordinate cross-functional teams including operations, maintenance, quality, and external contractors</li> <li>Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and resource plans</li> <li>Ensure all projects comply with food safety regulations, GMP standards, and applicable codes</li> <li>Evaluate and select engineering vendors, contractors, and equipment suppliers</li> <li>Track project milestones and report status to senior leadership</li> <li>Identify and mitigate project risks throughout the project lifecycle</li> <li>Support continuous improvement initiatives related to manufacturing processes and infrastructure</li> </ul> <h2>Qualifications</h2> <ul> <li>Background in food manufacturing is required</li> <li>Demonstrated experience managing engineering projects in a manufacturing environment</li> <li>Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools</li> <li>Working knowledge of food safety standards, GMP, and regulatory requirements</li> <li>Strong communication and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously</li> <li>Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field preferred</li> <li>Experience managing external contractors and cross-functional internal teams</li> </ul> <h2>Why This Opportunity</h2> <p>This role offers the chance to take meaningful ownership of engineering projects within a stable, operationally focused food manufacturing business. The company is investing in its facilities and infrastructure, and this position plays a direct role in shaping that growth. Relocation assistance is available for the right candidate, making this an accessible opportunity regardless of current location. If you have a solid foundation in food manufacturing and a track record of delivering projects on time and within budget, we encourage you to apply.</p>