Senior Project Manager - Manufacturing Expansion & Capital Projects

ALTEN Technology USA

$110K — $130K *
Troy, MI 48085In-Person
Manufacturing & Automotive
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Project Management, or related field.
  • At least 10 years of experience in leading large-scale industrial or manufacturing projects.
  • Proven leadership in Greenfield and Brownfield project execution.
  • Experience managing capital projects over $100M.
  • Strong capability in driving cross-functional collaboration and alignment.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead comprehensive planning and execution of large-scale manufacturing projects.
  • Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and risk assessments.
  • Ensure timely achievement of project milestones and deliverables.
  • Drive project governance and maintain communication with executives throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Define project scope and success criteria in partnership with stakeholders.
  • Guide facility expansion and operational readiness initiatives.
  • Oversee vendor performance and ensure alignment with project objectives.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on high-value Greenfield and Brownfield projects.
  • Engagement with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced industry environment.
  • Autonomy in project management and decision-making.
  • Collaboration with executive leadership and key stakeholders.
  • Potential for professional growth in leading large-scale initiatives.
Full Job Description
Overview:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Manufacturing, Operations Management, Project Management, or related discipline.
  • Minimum 10 years of experience leading large-scale industrial, manufacturing, facility expansion, or capital projects.
  • This position is responsible for leading large-scale manufacturing expansion, facility development, and operational growth initiatives across manufacturing operations.
  • The role will focus on planning, execution, and delivery of high-value Greenfield and Brownfield projects, ensuring business objectives, operational readiness, schedule, budget, and stakeholder expectations are achieved.
  • The Project Manager will serve as a key leader throughout the project lifecycle, from initial concept development and scope definition through execution, commissioning, and operational handoff.
  • This individual will work closely with Operations, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Facilities, and Executive Leadership teams to ensure successful project delivery.
  • The ideal candidate is a highly autonomous leader with extensive experience managing complex manufacturing projects exceeding $100M in value.
  • This individual must be comfortable driving cross-functional alignment, managing competing priorities, mitigating risk, and delivering results in fast-paced industrial environments.

Key Responsibilities :
  • Project Leadership & Execution
  • Lead large-scale Greenfield and Brownfield manufacturing projects from concept through completion
  • Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and execution strategies
  • Ensure project milestones, deliverables, and business objectives are achieved
  • Monitor project performance and implement corrective actions when necessary
  • Drive project governance, reporting, and executive communication throughout the project lifecycle
  • Scope Development & Strategic Planning
  • Define project scope, objectives, resource requirements, and success criteria
  • Partner with stakeholders to develop project roadmaps aligned with business growth strategies
  • Evaluate project risks and develop mitigation plans
  • Support long-term manufacturing capacity and operational growth initiatives
  • Ensure alignment between business priorities and project execution activities
  • Capital Projects & Facility Expansion
  • Lead manufacturing expansion, facility optimization, and operational readiness initiatives
  • Support site selection, facility expansion, infrastructure upgrades, and capacity growth projects
  • Oversee implementation of manufacturing equipment, production lines, and operational systems
  • Manage large-scale capital investment projects and associated budgets
  • Ensure successful transition from project execution to operational ownership
  • Cross-Functional Leadership
  • Collaborate with Manufacturing, Operations, Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, Facilities, Procurement, and Leadership teams
  • Facilitate alignment between technical and business stakeholders
  • Lead project meetings, reviews, and executive updates
  • Build strong relationships across multiple functions and organizational levels
  • Drive accountability and collaboration across project teams
  • Risk Management & Operational Readiness
  • Identify project risks, constraints, and dependencies
  • Develop and implement mitigation and contingency plans
  • Ensure operational readiness requirements are incorporated into project planning
  • Support project commissioning, startup, and production ramp-up activities
  • Drive continuous improvement and lessons learned throughout project execution
  • Vendor & Contractor Management
  • Coordinate activities with external contractors, suppliers, consultants, and service providers
  • Manage vendor performance and project deliverables
  • Support contract execution and project procurement activities
  • Ensure alignment between third-party resources and project objectives
  • Maintain effective communication with all external stakeholders

Profile:
  • Highly self-driven leader capable of operating with minimal supervision
  • Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills
  • Excellent communicator comfortable interacting with both technical and business audiences
  • Proven ability to lead large complex programs involving multiple functions and priorities
  • Strong organizational and project planning capabilities
  • Results-oriented professional focused on execution and accountability
  • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Comfortable working within fast-paced, growth-oriented manufacturing environments
  • Demonstrated ability to influence teams without direct authority
  • High level of ownership and accountability

Must Have:
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Operations, Manufacturing, or related discipline
  • Minimum 10 years of professional experience with significant project leadership responsibilities
  • Demonstrated experience leading Greenfield and/or Brownfield manufacturing projects
  • Experience managing capital projects exceeding $100M in project value
  • Strong manufacturing industry experience
  • Experience leading complex cross-functional programs from planning through execution
  • Proven ability to define project scope, establish project structure, and drive execution
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Track record of successful delivery of large-scale industrial or manufacturing projects
  • Ability to travel approximately 25-50%

Good to Have:
  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
  • Lean Manufacturing experience
  • Six Sigma certification
  • Experience supporting global manufacturing operations
  • Experience with facility construction and manufacturing startup activities
  • Experience with manufacturing capacity expansion projects
  • Knowledge of operational excellence methodologies
  • Experience within Industrial Equipment, Electrical Equipment, Automotive, Aerospace, Data Center Infrastructure, Energy, or related industries
  • Experience managing multi-site projects and geographically dispersed teams

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