Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or related field.
10+ years of experience managing construction projects and budgets.
5+ years managing large-scale construction projects, including 5 industrial projects valued over $100M.
Experience with large-scale greenfield projects exceeding $300M is preferred.
Strong technical foundation in construction management methodologies and best practices.
Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration with diverse stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving and analytical skills; PMP certification preferred.
Responsibilities
Define project roadmaps with clear milestones and resource allocation plans.
Lead the lifecycle of greenfield manufacturing capital projects to deliver operational sites on time and within budget.
Oversee project scheduling and identify critical path risks with mitigation strategies.
Manage design-build firms and consultants to ensure design integrity and compliance with timelines.
Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to align project objectives.
Lead efforts to secure permits and maintain relationships with local communities and regulatory bodies.
Identify and mitigate project risks while managing changes to scope, schedule, and costs.
Champion a 'Safety First' culture, ensuring compliance with safety regulations and protocols.
Benefits
Comprehensive health and wellness programs.
Opportunities for professional development and certification.
Flexible work arrangements to support work-life balance.
Retirement savings plans with company matching contributions.
Employee assistance programs for personal and professional support.
Full Job Description
POSITION SUMMARY
Provide overall leadership and oversight for the U.S. East Coast greenfield project, driving successful project planning and execution from development through completion. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure project milestones are achieved on schedule and within budget and scope, while maintaining rigorous quality and safety standards.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Project Strategic Planning: Define comprehensive project roadmaps, establishing clear milestones, deliverables, and resource allocation plans to ensure seamless project progression.
Lead Greenfield Project Execution: lead the end-to-end lifecycle of greenfield manufacturing capital projects, delivering a fully operational food production site on time and within budget while strictly enforcing a "Safety First, Quality Always" culture.
Project Scheduling: Oversee project scheduling, proactively identifying critical path risks and implementing mitigation strategies to guarantee on-time delivery.
Oversee Design-Build & Construction: Manage design-build firm and consultants to ensure design integrity, construction quality, and strict compliance with contractual terms and project timelines.
Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with cross-functional stakeholders (internal and external) to align project objectives and ensure seamless execution.
Regulatory & Community Liaison: Lead Design-Builder/General Contractor and consultants in navigating local authority requirements, securing all necessary permits, and maintaining positive relationships with local communities and regulatory bodies.
Risk & Change Management: Proactively identify and mitigate project risks; manage changes to scope, schedule, and costs using rigorous verification techniques and strong negotiation skills.
Safety Management: Champion a 'Safety First' culture throughout the entire greenfield project lifecycle, ensuring strict compliance with OSHA 29 CFR 1926 standards and all related safety regulations. Proactively identify and mitigate site-specific hazards, enforce rigorous safety protocols, and drive zero-incident performance.
Reporting & Leadership Communication: Provide regular progress reports to senior leadership, ensuring transparent communication and timely escalation of critical issues.
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
REQUIRED EDUCATION, SKILLS and EXPERIENCES
Bachelor's degree in construction management, Engineering, or a closely related field.
Minimum of 10 years of overall professional experience managing construction projects and budgets
At least 5 years of dedicated experience in managing large-scale construction projects and budgets; including the delivery of at least 5 industrial projects, with a minimum of one project valued at over $100M USD.
Prior experience managing large-scale greenfield projects with a total investment exceeding $300M USD is highly preferred.
Solid technical foundation with comprehensive understanding and hands-on experience in construction management methodologies and best practices.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven track record of collaborating effectively with cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders.
Strong problem-solving, logical thinking, and analytical capabilities to navigate complex project challenges.
PMP or equivalent professional certification is preferred.
