Construction Project Manager

Construction Project Manager

The Construction Project Manager oversees all phases of capital projects in an industrial or manufacturing environment, from initial scope development through installation, commissioning, and final handoff. This role translates approved project objectives into detailed plans, manages contractors and vendors, and ensures projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in alignment with site priorities and the annual capital plan. The Construction Project Manager also drives continuous improvement in project execution to support long-term capital investment and operational stability.

• Manage all phases of capital projects from concept through commissioning and handoff, ensuring alignment with business objectives and site priorities.
• Translate approved Project Objective Memorandums (POMs) into detailed project scopes, schedules, and cost forecasts.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Qualifications (RFQs) to contractors and vendors.
• Coordinate vendor selection, evaluate proposals, and support contract negotiation in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Manage contractor relationships throughout the project lifecycle, including onboarding, coordination, and performance oversight.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring alignment with the annual capital plan and operational needs.
• Oversee construction, installation, and commissioning activities, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, and regulatory standards.
• Conduct constructability analysis and design reviews to identify risks, optimize solutions, and improve project outcomes.
• Coordinate and manage change orders, including scope clarification, cost impacts, and schedule adjustments.
• Perform construction inspection and site walks to verify progress, quality, and adherence to project specifications.
• Collaborate closely with operations, maintenance, safety, leadership, and external partners to ensure clear communication and issue resolution.
• Lead or support factory acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT) to validate equipment performance and project deliverables.
• Ensure proper documentation, training, and formal acceptance during project closeout, including turnover of as-built drawings and manuals.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, escalating issues as needed and implementing corrective actions.
• Coordinate the work of contractors, engineering consultants, and internal teams to ensure effective project execution.
• Drive continuous improvement in project management processes and practices to enhance efficiency, safety, and reliability.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects and priorities while maintaining a strong focus on safety, quality, and stakeholder expectations.
• Support long-term capital planning by providing accurate project updates, forecasts, and lessons learned.

• 3–5+ years of end-to-end project management experience in industrial or manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated experience managing construction projects, including planning, execution, and closeout.
• Experience managing contractors in a manufacturing or industrial setting.
• Hands-on experience with construction management, including construction inspection and constructability analysis.
• Proven ability to develop detailed project scopes, schedules, and cost forecasts.
• Experience preparing and managing RFPs/RFQs and coordinating vendor and contractor selection.
• Strong background in managing change orders and project coordination activities.
• Experience conducting or participating in design reviews with engineering and operations teams.
• Contract experience related to construction projects and capital investments.
• Strong communication and stakeholder…