Onsite Construction Lead – Industrial Plant Projects

Synthomer plc; West Elizabeth (PA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Discretionary global bonus

LTIP for senior positions

Company car or car allowance

Healthcare

Parental leave

Flexible working options

Synthomer University - L&D

Wellbeing resources

Retirement / pension plans

Culture of inclusion

Job summary

Synthomer plc is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead field execution and construction coordination for capital and maintenance projects at our Jefferson Hills chemical manufacturing facility. This role requires daily on-site leadership, contractor management, schedule coordination, and strict adherence to safety and project objectives.

You will partner with Project Management, Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and external contractors to deliver safe, compliant turnover.

Qualifications

• Experience managing industrial construction projects in chemical manufacturing or similar environments.
• Strong knowledge of safety programs, permits, and contractor management.
• Ability to read, interpret, and apply engineering drawings and specifications.
• Experience coordinating multiple contractors and cross-functional project teams.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to manage safety, quality, and schedule in a fast-paced plant.

Responsibilities

• Lead on-site construction for capital and maintenance projects.
• Coordinate with Project Management, Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and contractors.
• Develop look-ahead schedules and coordinate outages to minimize production impact.
• Procure and stage materials; monitor usage and shortages affecting schedules.
• Ensure permits, safety compliance, and contractor performance on site.
• Oversee project closeout, turnover, and lessons learned.

Skills

Industrial construction

Construction safety

Permit-to-work

Contractor management

Reading engineering drawings

Project coordination

Cross-functional teamwork

Communication skills

Problem-solving

M&E construction

Job description

Synthomer plc is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead field execution and construction coordination for capital and maintenance projects at our Jefferson Hills chemical manufacturing facility. This role requires daily on-site leadership, contractor management, schedule coordination, and strict adherence to safety and project objectives.

You will partner with Project Management, Engineering, Maintenance, Operations, and external contractors to deliver safe, compliant turnover.