Senior Capital Project Manager

TekniPlex; United States; Remote; USD 139,000 - 187,000; Full time

Job summary

TekniPlex is seeking a Senior Capital Manufacturing Project Manager to lead end-to-end capital projects in our manufacturing environments, typically USD $2–20M, from concept to commissioning. You will build charters, budgets, and risk plans while ensuring GMP compliance and strong cross-functional collaboration.

Ideal candidates have 10–15 years in capital projects within manufacturing, with PMP and a background in engineering.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).
• 10–15 years of progressively responsible experience in capital project management within a manufacturing environment (consumer goods, healthcare, or pharmaceutical preferred).
• Proven track record in delivering complex, multi-million-dollar projects in GMP or regulated industries.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of major capital projects (typically USD $2–20M) from concept through commissioning and handover.
• Develop and manage project charters, business cases, scope, budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation plans.
• Adherence to and development of Communication Standards.
• Oversee procurement processes for capital equipment, ensuring cost efficiency and technical compliance.
• Technical specification creation for manufacturing equipment platforms & processes.
• Partner with operations, R&D, supply chain, and finance to prioritize and plan annual capital budgets.
• Translate business needs into project objectives and technical solutions that drive productivity, capacity, and compliance.
• Provide regular updates to senior management and governance committees on project status, financial performance, and risk exposure.
• Supervise and mentor direct reports, fostering skill development and accountability.
• Promote a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement in project execution.
• Lead post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and improve capital project methodologies.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Cost control

Leadership

Communication

Travel readiness

Education

BSc Engineering

PMP certification

Tools

MS Project

Primavera

Job description

Imagine: A Career with Purpose and Possibility

Picture this: You are part of a global team of problem-solvers whose innovations in materials science can make life better. Every day, you help turn ideas into impact using science, technology, and creativity to tackle real-world challenges. You are part of a company whose work helps improve patient outcomes in healthcare and protects essential consumer goods that people around the world rely on every day.

At TekniPlex, you’ll join more than 9,000 colleagues across 12 countries, all united by one purpose: creating safer, smarter solutions that touch daily life. Through our two divisions, TekniPlex Healthcare and TekniPlex Consumer Products, you’ll help shape industries that matter: healthcare, pharmaceutical, food & beverage, beauty, and personal care.

Here, your ideas count and your work matters. You’ll be encouraged to think boldly, collaborate across cultures, and keep growing every step of the way. You will help protect the integrity of essential products, support patient safety and comfort, and contribute to innovations that make everyday life better, all while building a career that makes an impact.

Because at TekniPlex, you don’t just deliver products – you help shape what’s next.

What is the role where you can make an impact?

Senior Capital Manufacturing Project Manager

Manufacturing Capital Project Management

• Lead end-to-end execution of major capital projects (typically USD $2–20M) from concept through commissioning and handover.


• Develop and manage project charters, business cases, scope, budgets, schedules, and risk mitigation plans.


• Adherence to and development of Communication Standards


• Tekni-Plex site operations


• Compliance with governmental regulations, reviews, and enforcement


• Sales and Commercial operations


• Supply chain management


• Tax/Finance/Accounting


• Human Resources administration


• Safety Policies


• Contractor and vendor management


• Ensure adherence to corporate engineering standards, Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP), and safety requirements.


• Oversee procurement processes for capital equipment, ensuring cost efficiency and technical compliance.


• Technical specification creation for manufacturing equipment platforms & processes.

Strategic Planning and Stakeholder Engagement

• Partner with operations, R&D, supply chain, and finance to prioritize and plan annual capital budgets.


• Translate business needs into project objectives and technical solutions that drive productivity, capacity, and compliance.


• Provide regular updates to senior management and governance committees on project status, financial performance, and risk exposure.

Leadership and Team Development

• Supervise and mentor direct reports, fostering skill development and accountability. Add in expectations of development of team members


• Promote a culture of safety, innovation, and continuous improvement in project execution.


• Contribute to cross-functional training and development of engineering staff in project management best practices.


• Outcome minded understanding the difference between effort vs. outcome.

Compliance and Governance

• Ensure all capital projects comply with regulatory requirements (FDA, ISO, environmental, and local authorities).


• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure readiness for audits and inspections within the standard CPMO database.


• Champion sustainability and energy efficiency initiatives in capital investments.


• Lead post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and improve capital project methodologies.


• Implement standardized tools and systems for project tracking, cost control, and performance measurement.

What skills do you bring to the role?

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, Industrial, or related discipline).


• PMP certification or equivalent professional project management qualification preferred.

Experience

• 10–15 years of progressively responsible experience in capital project management within a manufacturing environment (consumer goods, healthcare, or pharmaceutical preferred).


• Proven track record in delivering complex, multi-million-dollar projects in GMP or regulated industries.


• Experience leading small teams and managing contractors and vendors.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Strong project management, budgeting, and cost control skills.


• Must be able to travel up to 65% mostly in US


• Deep understanding of manufacturing engineering design, construction, commissioning, and validation processes.


• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.


• Demonstrated ability to manage risk and ensure regulatory compliance.


• Proficiency in project management software (MS Project, Primavera, or equivalent).


• Arc Flash/IR processes

Strategic Characterics

• Strategic Agility: Aligns capital investments with business priorities and long‑term goals.


• Execution Excellence: Delivers projects safely, efficiently, and to defined performance standards.


• Collaboration: Builds strong cross-functional partnerships to achieve shared objectives.


• Innovation: Drives continuous improvement in technology, process, and project delivery.


• People Leadership: Coaches and develops others to enhance team capability.

The compensation range for this position is $163,000 plus target bonus incentive.

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