Senior Manufacturing Programs Leader

comfortsystemsusa; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Comfort Systems USA is seeking a Senior Operations Project Manager to lead large, high-value manufacturing projects with cross-functional impact. You will own execution strategy, drive continuous improvement, and mentor OPM teams to ensure scalable, standardized practices.

Responsibilities include end-to-end project execution, cost and schedule ownership, and executive-level reporting. The ideal candidate has 8–12+ years in manufacturing or operations, deep knowledge of ERP/MRP, and proven

Qualifications

• 8-12+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing, operations, or project execution roles within a heavy or industrial environment
• Demonstrated success leading large, complex, or high-risk projects or programs
• Proven track record of financial and schedule ownership across multiple projects
• Experience mentoring or leading other project or operations professionals
• Advanced ERP / MRP system proficiency and strong blueprint and P&ID interpretation skills
• Familiarity with Fabrication, Welding & Assembly processes
• Prior experience in modular manufacturing is a plus

Responsibilities

• Strategic Project Execution: Lead end-to-end execution of large, complex, or high-risk manufacturing projects and programs, ensuring alignment with contractual, financial, and operational objectives.
• Financial & Schedule Ownership: Own project and program-level financial and schedule performance, including CPI/SPI, ETC/EAC forecasting, and long-range capacity implications.
• Cross-Functional & Organizational Leadership: Lead and influence cross-functional teams across Manufacturing, Engineering, Project Management, Supply Chain, Quality, Logistics, and Planning.
• Risk Management & Problem Resolution: Proactively identify systemic execution risks and drive root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Continuous Improvement & Standardization: Lead or support operations process improvement initiatives and standardization of OPM tools and reporting cadence.

Skills

Leadership

Mfg Execution

Strategic Planning

EV & Forecasting

Stakeholder Mgmt

Executive comms

Education

B.S. in Industrial/Mechanical Eng

Lean Six Sigma

Tools

ERP / MRP systems

Blueprints & P&ID

Job description

Comfort Systems USA is seeking a Senior Operations Project Manager to lead large, high-value manufacturing projects with cross-functional impact. You will own execution strategy, drive continuous improvement, and mentor OPM teams to ensure scalable, standardized practices.

Responsibilities include end-to-end project execution, cost and schedule ownership, and executive-level reporting. The ideal candidate has 8–12+ years in manufacturing or operations, deep knowledge of ERP/MRP, and proven