Manufacturing Capital Projects Leader

LHH Recruitment Solutions; Ohio; On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale engineering and capital investment projects in a manufacturing environment in Ohio. You will drive initiatives from concept through commissioning, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has a strong engineering foundation, proven leadership, and the ability to manage scopes, schedules, risks, and vendor relationships while upholding

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• 5+ years experience managing engineering projects in manufacturing.
• Experience leading projects from conception to completion.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and equipment.
• Experience budgeting, scheduling and resource planning.
• Knowledge of PM methodologies and best practices.
• Strong leadership, communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering and capital projects from planning through commissioning and closeout.
• Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, risk assessments, and resource requirements.
• Manage all phases of execution including scope definition, design, procurement, construction, installation, startup, and validation.
• Coordinate activities among engineering, operations, maintenance, quality, safety, supply chain, contractors, and external vendors.
• Monitor project performance against timelines and budgets; provide updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and implement corrective actions to meet objectives.
• Oversee capital expenditure budgets and ensure responsible financial management.
• Manage equipment installations, facility expansions, process improvements, and manufacturing optimization.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations, company standards, and industry requirements.
• Lead project meetings, document decisions, and drive accountability.
• Review drawings and technical documentation to ensure requirements are met.
• Support continuous improvement efforts focused on efficiency, productivity, quality, and cost reduction.

Skills

Project leadership

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional teamwork

Risk assessment

Planning & scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

LHH Recruitment Solutions seeks an experienced Project Manager to lead large-scale engineering and capital investment projects in a manufacturing environment in Ohio. You will drive initiatives from concept through commissioning, coordinating cross-functional teams and ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.

The ideal candidate has a strong engineering foundation, proven leadership, and the ability to manage scopes, schedules, risks, and vendor relationships while upholding