A global advanced manufacturing organization is seeking a Director of Site Infrastructure and Facilities to lead infrastructure, facilities, maintenance, and capital project execution at its growing manufacturing site. This role will oversee facility improvements and expansion projects, including the construction of a new cleanroom, while ensuring infrastructure reliability, regulatory compliance, and operational readiness.
The ideal candidate has a background in facility construction, building infrastructure, and engineering project management, with the ability to lead teams, manage contractors, oversee budgets, and support long-term site growth.
Job Requirements
- Lead site infrastructure, facilities, maintenance, and engineering services to support pharmaceutical manufacturing operations.
- Oversee facility expansion and capital construction projects, including cleanroom construction, from planning through execution and handover.
- Manage building systems, HVAC, critical utilities, and other site infrastructure to ensure reliable and efficient operations.
- Develop and manage capital expenditure (CAPEX) and operating expenditure (OPEX) budgets, project schedules, and resource plans.
- Manage contractors, engineering firms, suppliers, and other external partners throughout project planning and execution.
- Oversee facilities maintenance, asset management, equipment reliability, and preventative maintenance programs.
- Identify opportunities to improve infrastructure performance, operational efficiency, energy management, and long-term facility reliability.
- Ensure facility projects and infrastructure systems meet applicable GMP, FDA, ISO, and other relevant regulatory requirements.
- Lead, develop, and support engineering and facilities personnel while strengthening team capabilities and performance.
- Collaborate with manufacturing, quality, engineering, EHS, and other stakeholders to support site operations and future expansion.
Job Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Facilities Management, Construction Management, or a related technical field required; master's degree preferred.
- Approximately 7-10 years of relevant experience in infrastructure, construction, or capital project management.
- Experience managing building construction, facility expansions, cleanrooms, or major infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of design and classifications, HVAC systems, critical utilities, and advanced manufacturing facility requirements.
- Experience managing CAPEX projects, budgets, contractors, engineering partners, schedules, and project risks.
- Understanding of GMP requirements and applicable FDA, ISO, and other regulatory standards.
- Experience with facilities maintenance, asset management, reliability programs, and infrastructure planning.
- Demonstrated leadership, project management, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple projects in a growing manufacturing environment.