Lead, Greenfield Manufacturing Construction

Page Executive; Georgia; On-site; USD 270,000 - 330,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, and Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid vacation

Paid holidays

Birthday time off

Job summary

MPI is seeking an Associate Director-Construction to lead the LaGrange, GA greenfield manufacturing capital project from planning through handover. The role will travel regularly between Newnan and the project site, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget targets are met while coordinating with design-build partners and contractors.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record delivering large-scale industrial facilities, excellent stakeholder management, and the ability to navigate

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a closely related field.
• 10+ years of professional experience, including at least 5 years leading large-scale construction projects and budgets.
• Delivered at least 5 industrial projects, with at least one over $100M USD; total greenfield investments over $300M USD preferred.
• Strong background in food manufacturing/FMCG, design-build, or large-scale industrial construction management.
• Proficiency in English for regulatory communication with authorities, stakeholders, and contractors.
• Excellent verbal and written communication across cross-functional teams and diverse stakeholders.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and practical decision-making abilities.
• Willing to relocate to Newnan/LaGrange, GA area or commit to long-term on-site assignment.
• Commitment to high standards of quality and integrity.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end lifecycle of the LaGrange, GA greenfield manufacturing capital project from planning to handover.
• Define project roadmaps with milestones, deliverables, and resource plans to ensure timely delivery within budget.
• Manage external Design-Build firms, General Contractors, and consultants to ensure design integrity and timelines.
• Drive a Safety First, Quality Always culture across all sites to achieve zero-incident performance.
• Navigate regulatory requirements and secure permits for facility operation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders; align objectives with business strategies.
• Travel between Newnan office and LaGrange site to oversee daily operations and resolve on-site challenges.
• Report to senior leadership with updates on milestones, budget, and risk.

Skills

English proficiency

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Leadership/team management

On-site project management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or closely related field

Job description

MPI is seeking an Associate Director-Construction to lead the LaGrange, GA greenfield manufacturing capital project from planning through handover. The role will travel regularly between Newnan and the project site, ensuring safety, schedule, and budget targets are met while coordinating with design-build partners and contractors.

The ideal candidate will have a strong track record delivering large-scale industrial facilities, excellent stakeholder management, and the ability to navigate