Iowa Select Farms · 3 months ago
Facilities Project Manager - West Des Moines, IA
West Des Moines, IA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expIowa Select Farms is a company committed to integrity and stewardship of resources. They are seeking a Facilities Project Manager to oversee and manage medium to large-scale maintenance projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within budget, and meet organizational goals while upholding safety and environmental standards.
AgricultureMeat and Poultry
Responsibilities
Lead medium to large-scale maintenance projects from planning through completion, ensuring milestones, deadlines, budgets, and scope are met
Collaborate with farm operations, maintenance staff, and contractors to assign tasks, manage workflows, and maintain clear communication
Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement corrective actions to stay on track
Manage project budgets and expenses, working closely with purchasing and supply chain teams to secure materials and resources in a timely manner
Provide regular updates and progress reports to senior leadership, highlighting key milestones, risks, and next steps
Model Iowa Select Farms’ core values of respect, accountability, and sound decision-making. Mentor and support team members to build skill, confidence, and professional growth within the maintenance function
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Agriculture, or a related field preferred
Equivalent experience in project management or facility maintenance will be considered in place of formal education
5+ years of experience managing medium to large-scale maintenance or construction projects
Knowledge of electrical, mechanical, plumbing, ventilation, and structural systems common to swine facilities
Demonstrated ability to oversee multiple projects at once, balancing priorities across several farm locations
Experience creating and managing budgets, project schedules, and resource plans
Strong vendor and contractor management skills, including negotiating, scheduling, and quality oversight
Ability to respond effectively to emergencies, ensuring feed, water, air, and other critical systems are restored quickly
Proficiency in project management tools, documentation, and reporting systems
Strong leadership skills with the ability to coach, mentor, and support team members
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for working with cross-functional teams and farm operations
Commitment to Iowa Select Farms' standards for safety, biosecurity, animal welfare, and environmental compliance
Preferred
Bilingual in English and Spanish, with fluency in both written and verbal communication is preferred
Company
Iowa Select Farms
Iowa Select Farms is a farming company that provides pork production services.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Brady Stewart
Chief Strategy Officer
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