Beverage Plant Construction Director

Ipro Networks Pte. Ltd.; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 160,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Iprop Networks North America is seeking a distinguished Director of Construction to lead capital projects, including beverage line installation, commissioning, and site handovers. The role requires deep experience with US codes, safety requirements, and cross-functional leadership across operations, maintenance, QA, and regulatory teams.

You will manage multi-party construction activities, optimize cost performance, and ensure readiness for audits and certifications across North American sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in construction project management.
• Experience setting up new beverage production lines; aseptic lines a plus.
• Able to manage the process of obtaining construction permits.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of construction projects for the Northeast facility, including beverage manufacturing needs, processing areas, and warehousing.
• Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules with senior operations leadership and project teams.
• Ensure construction activities align with initial production targets and timelines.
• Manage general contractors, subcontractors, engineering firms, and equipment vendors.
• Conduct regular project meetings and site walkthroughs to ensure progress on schedule.
• Review and manage external construction partner fees and progress.
• Review subcontractor bids and negotiate contracts for cost-effectiveness and quality.
• Monitor expenditures and track cost performance against plans.
• Monitor milestones and critical path activities; address delays proactively.
• Ensure construction meets FDA, GMP, HACCP, FSMA standards for food and beverage production.
• Oversee QA processes during construction and installation of equipment and utilities.
• Collaborate with QA and Regulatory teams for audit readiness and certifications.
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation (RFIs, submittals, as-builts, commissioning reports, SOPs).
• Lead project closeout activities, including commissioning, validation, and handover to operations.
• Document and replicate future processes for upcoming sites.
• Open to business travel and on-site support for new facility start-ups.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Vendor management

Leadership

Regulatory compliance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Civil Engineering

Job description

Iprop Networks North America is seeking a distinguished Director of Construction to lead capital projects, including beverage line installation, commissioning, and site handovers. The role requires deep experience with US codes, safety requirements, and cross-functional leadership across operations, maintenance, QA, and regulatory teams.

You will manage multi-party construction activities, optimize cost performance, and ensure readiness for audits and certifications across North American sites.