Vice President; Capital Projects

Description

Position Summary:

The Vice President of Capital Projects is responsible for leading facility expansions, interior remodeling, and infrastructure upgrades. This role ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

Responsibilities: include but are not limited to -  

• Oversee all construction projects from planning through execution, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Develop and manage project budgets, tracking costs to align with financial objectives.
• Lead project planning, including scope definition, contractor selection, and resource allocation.
• Supervise and coordinate the work of contractors, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and quality standards.
• Ensure all construction activities comply with local, state, and federal regulations, including industry-specific requirements.
• Conduct site inspections to monitor progress, resolve issues, and mitigate risks.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders (engineering, maintenance, operations, safety, and leadership teams) to align construction projects with operational needs.
• Drive problem-solving and process improvements, ensuring efficient and cost-effective project execution.
• Maintain detailed project documentation, including reports, permits, and compliance records.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by senior management.

Requirements

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, engineering, architecture or a related field and 10 years of experience in construction management, preferably in pharmaceutical, healthcare, or industrial settings.
• Alternatively, an Associate's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field with 15 years of relevant experience may be considered in lieu of a bachelor's degree.
• Licensed General Contractor preferred or equivalent experience as a business owner or senior project manager overseeing complex commercial and/or industrial construction projects; experience in regulated environments preferred. 
• Leadership experience managing cross-functional teams or projects.
• Proven experience managing budgets, contracts and vendor relationships. 

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

• In-depth knowledge of building codes, safety regulations, and compliance standards.
• Exceptional communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management software.
• Strong prioritization, multitasking, and organizational skills to manage complex projects effectively.
• Ability to make informed decisions under pressure and resolve issues efficiently.
• Meticulous attention to detail and a commitment to driving projects to completion.
• Strong negotiation, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to work independently, manage resources, and push projects forward with minimal oversight.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Knowledge of interior and exterior structural integrity and construction planning tools.

Physical Demands:

• Required to use hands to operate computer controls.
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, ability to focus. 
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stoop, kneel, crouch, stand, bend, sit, talk, hear or walk for long periods. The employee may lift and/or move up to 50 lbs.

Work Environment:

• Flexible schedule (nights, weekends, holidays) responding to needs.
• Required to be present in the office to provide immediate supervision to direct reports, and collaborate with directors, peers, and other departments daily.
• Work environment in production operations facilities include proximity to heavy machinery and pharmaceutical powders, with exposure to loud noises.
• Potential to move between production operations sites/areas to complete job functions; regular, ongoing travel throughout geographic areas on a continual basis as normal scope of role.
• Hours/Travel maybe subject to change based on management/company discretion.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• May supervise maintenance employees.

Personal Protective Equipment or Attire Required for Position: 

• As needed.

Pay Range:

$170,000 - $200,000 per year

Salary : $170,000 - $200,000