| Location | Clovis, NM |
Job Title: Capital Projects Manager
Shift: 8AM-5PM Mon-Fri
Summary: Strong preference for qualified candidates who can manage both office-based project work and field-based construction activities.
The Capital Projects Manager is responsible for leading the execution of a large-scale capital project (~$36M) within a dairy manufacturing facility. You will ensure successful delivery from concept through commissioning while maintaining strict food safety, environmental, and safety compliance. As the Project Manager you will lead cross-functional teams and contractors to integrate new systems with minimal disruption to production.
Essential Functions • Lead end-to-end execution of capital project including design, procurement, construction, and startup. • Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and KPIs, ensuring alignment with business objectives • Manage contractor safety programs and enforce OSHA and EPA compliance standards. • Manage contractors, vendors, and OEMs to ensure quality and schedule adherence. • Track project budget (~$36M), manage forecasts, and control costs. • Provide regular updates to leadership and stakeholders. • Change Management of all scope, documents, drawings • Integrate the Project Team with the Plant Readiness Team to ensure smooth transition from project work to operations.
Qualifications • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Food), Project Management or related field. • 5+ years of capital project experience in dairy or food manufacturing. • Experience managing large projects ($20M+). • Proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project or Primavera. • Must be able to lift and carry items weighing up to 50 pounds.
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