CAPEX Project Manager

Job Title: CAPEX Project Manager Position Summary The CAPEX Project Manager is responsible for leading the development and execution of capital investment projects within a process manufacturing environment. This role manages projects from early concept and scope definition through construction, commissioning, and handover to operations. The position requires strong field leadership, technical judgment, and a safety-first mindset to deliver projects on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with all environmental, health, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities Capital Project Execution

• Lead capital projects from concept, FEL development, and detailed design through construction, start-up, and closeout.
  
  
• Develop project scopes, cost estimates, schedules, and execution plans aligned with operational and business objectives.
  
  
• Manage project budgets, track CAPEX spending, and control changes to scope and cost.
  
  
• Coordinate internal engineering, operations, maintenance, procurement, and external engineering and construction partners.
  
  

Field & Construction Management

• Provide on-site leadership during construction and installation activities in an operating manufacturing facility.
  
  
• Manage contractors and vendors, including bid evaluations, scope development, scheduling, and performance oversight.
  
  
• Conduct field walkdowns, resolve constructability and execution issues, and support commissioning and startup activities.
  
  
• Ensure construction activities are performed in accordance with engineering standards, drawings, and specifications.
  
  

Safety, Compliance & Risk Management

• Act as a safety leader for all project-related activities.
  
  
• Ensure compliance with site EHS standards, corporate policies, and regulatory requirements.
  
  
• Lead and manage Management of Change (MOC) processes related to capital projects.
  
  
• Review and approve work permits, lockout/tagout plans, and job safety analyses.
  
  
• Participate in and support hazard reviews, including PHA, JHA, and pre-task risk assessments.
  
  

Technical & Operational Integration

• Apply sound engineering judgment to equipment selection, system modifications, and process improvements.
  
  
• Collaborate with operations and maintenance to ensure designs are practical, maintainable, and support long-term reliability.
  
  
• Ensure effective project handover to operations, including documentation, training, and as-built records.
  
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline).
  
  
• Experience managing and executing CAPEX projects in an industrial or process manufacturing environment.
  
  
• Proven experience managing field work and construction activities in operating facilities.
  
  
• Strong safety background, including hands-on experience with MOC processes, work permits, and contractor safety management.
  
  
• Strong project leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
  
  

Preferred Experience

• Background in chemical manufacturing, water treatment, specialty materials, or other regulated process industries.
  
  
• Experience working in brownfield facilities with live operations.
  
  
• Familiarity with project controls, cost tracking, and scheduling tools.
  
  

Core Competencies

• Capital project leadership and execution
  
  
• Safety-first mindset
  
  
• Field-focused, hands-on management style
  
  
• Problem-solving and risk mitigation
  
  
• Cross-functional collaboration
  
  

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