DC Engineering Project Manager

Take your career further with McLane!

McLane teammates, the driving force behind our success, are diverse professionals who work together seamlessly to keep our operations running smoothly. As a teammate, you will pair your dedication, expertise, and collaborative spirit with your fellow teammates to serve America's most beloved brands. McLane leaders think long-term, act with purpose, and inspire high performance. They lead with accountability, communicate clearly, and drive results through collaboration, innovation, and continuous growth. They empower each teammate to learn from industry leaders, develop their skills, and build lasting connections nationwide.

Lead the engineering group and manage projects across multiple distribution centers nationwide, including capital and strategic initiatives. Drive continuous improvement in team performance and project outcomes through structured review processes and targeted development programs. Collaborate with distribution centers to resolve facility issues and implement cost-saving solutions that support operational excellence.

Benefits you can count on:

• Day 1 Benefits: medical, dental, and vision insurance, FSA/HSA, and company-paid life insurance
• Paid time off begins day one.
• 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan after 90 days.

• Additional benefits: pet insurance, maternity/paternity leave, employee assistance programs, discount programs, tuition reimbursement program, and more!

  Qualifications you'll bring as DC Engineering Project Manager:

• Lead and develop the engineering group ensuring value generation and bandwidth controls.
• Manage Engineering budgets, specify and obtain bid proposals.
• Develop and manage engineering project budgets, including procurement of competitive bids.
• Coordinate all phases of scope review, contract negotiations, installations, including project planning, scheduling, and execution.
• Manage and assist with distribution facility design, construction, and repair projects.
• Support distribution center design, infrastructure upgrades, and repairs.
• Manage budget, long-range planning and project planning for multiple facilities and initiatives.
• Prepare, review, and approve bid documents, drawings, purchase orders and procurement of furniture, fixtures and building equipment.
• Review and approve solution documents, specifications, and FF&E procurement. Review and approve all SOWs in conjunction with McLane's legal department.
• Complete yearly Automation Solution Assessments (ASA) to maintain a healthy portfolio of work and estimate future initiatives.
• Assist distribution facilities with capital planning, budgets, and estimates.
• Manage major solutions repair projects (Conveyor replacements, PLC upgrades, Systems' upgrades, rack repairs, etc.)
• Evaluate and implement cost savings initiatives related to DC solutions and building operating processes.
• Identify and implement energy savings and operational efficiency improvements.
• Maintain legal and engineering document files and drawings. Ensure proper documentation, retention, and version control of engineering plans and legal records.
• Manage large-scale material handling projects from conception to start up.
  Ensure that projects are implemented on time, on/under budget and achieve stated performance objectives.
• Lead and assist with new warehouse solution projects.
• Develop efficient layouts, workstations, and material handling systems for existing and expanded facilities.
• Support space planning and layout optimization for existing and future facility expansions.
• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to align DCNF strategies with business goals and operational needs.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with key stakeholders across Capabilities, Automation, Real Estate, Legal, HR and Operations to drive project success and process improvement.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure seamless execution of projects and day-to-day operations.

Qualifications you'll bring as DC Engineering Project Manager:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering management, industrial Engineering, project/portfolio management, or related field,
• Five or more years of experience managing large-scale projects in commercial, distribution, or industrial settings.
• Demonstrated success in solutions project planning, budgeting, estimating, and execution.
• Strong knowledge and experience managing, as well as developing teammates and keeping control of multiple concurrent projects.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management tools (e.g., Excel, Smartsheet).
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to present to leadership.

• Familiarity with contractor/vendor management, project management, team building.

  Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience managing large-scale portfolio in industrial and distribution.
• Experience in warehouse/distribution or cold storage environments.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Warehouse Control Systems software.
• Experience with process improvement, SOP development, and SOW review.
• Familiarity with CMMS and facilities asset tracking tools.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office environment.
• Construction Site - Distribution Center
• Travel 40-50% as needed.

• This position requires the ability to read, write, and understand English at a level sufficient to perform job-related tasks effectively and safely. This includes understanding work instructions, safety protocols, and communications essential to the role. The requirement is directly related to the nature of the job and ensures compliance with workplace safety and operational standards.

  Fit the following? We want you here!

• Teamwork oriented
• Organized
• Problem solver
• Detailed

Our roadmap. Our story.
We've been forging our path as a leader in the distribution industry since 1894. Building an expansive nationwide network of team members for 130+ years has allowed us to stay agile for our clients across the restaurant, retail, and e-commerce industries. We look to the future and are ready to continue making industry-defining moves by embracing the newest technology into our practices, continuing team member training, and emphasizing our people-centered culture.

Candidates may be subject to a background check and drug screen, in accordance with applicable laws.

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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