Job Description

We are seeking a Sr. Director, Major Capital Project to lead a portfolio of major capital expenditure projects across multiple business units in North America. The role oversees budgets, ensures projects are delivered on time and within scope, and provides leadership to a cross-functional team of technical and managerial experts. The ideal candidate has extensive experience managing large-scale engineering or construction projects and a proven track record in team leadership, financial management, and strategic execution.

Position Responsibilities

Project Leadership and Team Management

• Manage, mentor, and develop the Project Managers team and Commissioning Manager
• Drive recruitment, leadership development, succession planning, and team effectiveness
• Influence senior stakeholders to align project execution with organizational goals

Project Oversight

• Maintain a holistic view of multiple ongoing projects, ensuring objectives, schedules, and budgets are met
• Ensure compliance with environmental, health and safety, technical standards, and business-specific procedures
• Develop and implement safety systems to achieve zero incidents on all major projects

External Collaboration and Resource Management

• Develop relationships with external resources such as designers, architects, and construction managers
• Coordinate across business projects, including major and medium-sized capital projects
• Collaborate with Regional Finance, Capex Purchasing, and VP Engineering to manage overall project budgets and minimize overruns

Reporting and Governance

• Report progress of major projects to SteerCos and provide updates on North American scope to central leadership

Prerequisites

• Engineering degree in Mechanical or Electrical field required; Master’s degree preferred
• 10+ years’ experience as a project manager on large/medium-sized engineering or construction projects
• 5+ years of site management experience on multiple industrial/civil projects
• 5+ years of experience leading teams with direct and indirect reports
• 50–60% travel within North America; occasional international travel
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, financial acumen, communication, risk management, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills
• Knowledge of project management methodology, construction techniques, building codes, and site safety
• Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders

Certifications (Preferred, but Not Required)

• Project Management Certification/PMO Professional

What the Role Offers

• Competitive salary range: $230,000 – $250,000
• Opportunity to lead and shape major capital projects across multiple sites
• Exposure to high-value projects and cross-functional leadership
• Professional growth and development in a strategic leadership role

Why Malvern?

This role provides the chance to lead significant capital projects in a dynamic environment, working closely with cross-functional teams and external partners. You will have the opportunity to drive major initiatives, shape project management practices, and make a meaningful impact on operational excellence.

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