Global Engineering & Construction Leader | Capital Projects

Abbott; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 190,000 - 380,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott Park, IL-based Senior Director, Global Design and Construction leads enterprise-wide technical leadership for Capital Projects across Abbott’s Global Facilities, Utilities, and Infrastructure portfolio. You will drive P&L responsibilities (~$55MM) and capital delivery ($1B–$2.5B) while ensuring safety, compliance, and on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will manage a globally distributed team of ~50 engineers and project professionals, shape global standards, governance, and technical

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading large, regulated capital projects.
• Proven ability to govern A&E firms and construction management teams.
• Strong communication with C‑suite and cross‑functional stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Provide enterprise-level leadership for a globally distributed team of ~50 engineers and professionals.
• Own P&L accountability for a ~ $55MM engineering services budget and $1B–$2.5B capital delivery.
• Serve as the enterprise engineering design and construction authority for facilities, utilities, and infrastructure.

Skills

Executive leadership

Capital project governance

P&L management

Regulatory compliance

Risk management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Job description

Abbott Park, IL-based Senior Director, Global Design and Construction leads enterprise-wide technical leadership for Capital Projects across Abbott’s Global Facilities, Utilities, and Infrastructure portfolio. You will drive P&L responsibilities (~$55MM) and capital delivery ($1B–$2.5B) while ensuring safety, compliance, and on-time, on-budget delivery.

You will manage a globally distributed team of ~50 engineers and project professionals, shape global standards, governance, and technical