Capital Projects Manager

Our client, a leading metals manufacturer, is seeking an experienced Capital Projects Manager to lead major capital investments, plant expansion initiatives, manufacturing modernization projects, and engineering-driven operational improvements.

About the Role

This highly visible leadership position is ideal for a hands-on engineering professional with a proven track record of delivering large-scale capital projects within a steel, aluminum, foundry, rolling mill, casting, forging, or other heavy industrial manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will serve as a key member of the plant leadership team, driving strategic investments that improve capacity, safety, productivity, reliability, and profitability while supporting environmental and regulatory compliance objectives.

Responsibilities
Lead capital investment projects from concept development through commissioning and startup.Develop project scopes, budgets, schedules, and business justifications for major capital expenditures.Manage facility expansions, capacity increases, equipment installations, technology upgrades, and modernization initiatives.Oversee engineering contractors, equipment suppliers, consultants, and construction activities.Ensure projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and achieve expected returns.Partner with executive leadership to prioritize and execute strategic capital investment plans.Provide engineering leadership that supports safe, efficient, and reliable manufacturing operations.Collaborate with operations, maintenance, reliability, and production teams to identify performance improvement opportunities.Lead technical problem-solving and root cause analysis efforts for complex operational issues.Drive improvements in throughput, quality, equipment reliability, cost reduction, and process efficiency.Apply Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, and Operational Excellence methodologies throughout the organization.Evaluate and implement new manufacturing technologies, automation systems, and process enhancements.Identify opportunities for modernization and productivity improvements across plant operations.Support long-term capacity planning and growth initiatives.Utilize data analysis and statistical methods to support business decision-making and continuous improvement efforts.Ensure all projects and engineering activities comply with environmental, health, safety, and regulatory requirements.Champion a strong safety culture and ensure safe execution of all capital and construction projects.Partner with EHS leadership to mitigate operational and project-related risks.Ensure engineering standards, policies, and procedures align with industry best practices.