The Foth Companies

Project Director

The Foth Companies

full-time

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Location Type: Remote

Location: Iowa • Kansas • United States

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Salary

💰 $155,000 - $200,000 per year

Job Level

Lead

About the role

  • Serve as the senior client interface for major capital programs, leading scope definition, execution strategy, proposal support, and long‑term relationship management.
  • Lead large, complex, multi‑discipline capital projects from concept through start‑up, ensuring performance in safety, quality, schedule, cost, and contractual compliance.
  • Provide executive oversight for internal teams, subcontractors, and vendors. Guide staffing strategies, mentor project managers and project engineers, and support strong overall team performance.
  • Oversee project controls including scope management, risk identification and mitigation, document control, scheduling, cost management, and use of project management software.
  • Direct procurement and contracting strategies for major equipment, materials, and services, including application of T&M, Lump Sum, and GMP contracting methods.
  • Partner with construction management to support installation, technical check‑out, commissioning, and start‑up, including coordination with OEMs and contractors.
  • Lead teams through change by building alignment, fostering trust, and driving positive transitions across project phases.
  • Apply strong analytical, facilitation, and organizational problem‑solving skills to evaluate project challenges and make sound, timely decisions.
  • Champion project and site safety culture, ensuring compliance with all Foth and client safety standards.
  • Drive continuous improvement in project delivery by identifying execution efficiencies, advancing best practices, and contributing thought leadership.
  • Support business development efforts by strengthening client relationships, identifying growth opportunities, and contributing to strategic pursuits.
  • Travel as required (approximately 25–35 percent).

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical experience
  • Industry experience in Consumer Products manufacturing
  • 15+ years of capital project experience, including leading multi‑discipline teams
  • Proven success managing complex projects exceeding $10M+ or similar scale/scope
  • Demonstrated ability to lead client engagements and influence senior‑level stakeholders
  • Program management experience overseeing multiple related projects within a broader capital program, ensuring consistent delivery and alignment with client objectives
Benefits
  • Medical insurance
  • Dental insurance
  • Vision insurance
  • Employee assistance program
  • Disability benefits
  • Retirement plans
  • Holiday pay
  • Paid time off
  • Bonus opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
capital project managementscope managementrisk identificationdocument controlschedulingcost managementprocurement strategiescontracting methodsproject management softwareprogram management
Soft Skills
leadershipmentoringanalytical problem-solvingfacilitationorganizational skillsrelationship managementtrust buildingchange managementcommunicationteam performance
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in engineering