Capital Project Manager

Vantage•Gurnee, IL

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Capital Project Manager leads the end‑to‑end planning, execution, and delivery of major capital projects, ensuring they meet business objectives, technical requirements, safety standards, and regulatory compliance while controlling cost, schedule, and quality.

Requirements

Deep understanding of chemical manufacturing processes, process engineering, and facility/equipment validation
Strong scheduling, cost control, and risk management skills
Knowledge of OSHA, EPA, and industry‑specific safety and environmental compliance requirements
Experience with project management software, MS Office, and industry‑specific engineering tools
Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering preferred; other engineering degrees will be considered.
5-10 years of proven track record managing from 50K to 5MM capital projects in chemical manufacturing or related process industries
Experience with large‑scale construction, process upgrades or new facility build‑outs.

Responsibilities

Translate business objectives into capital project goals; set team direction and expectations; acquire/release resources as needed
Develop and maintain project scope, estimates, schedules, and budgets; identify dependencies and critical path items; manage scope creep and risks
Manage project cost, schedule, and quality; oversee vendor selection and performance; coordinate with engineering, construction, maintenance, and operations teams
Ensure adherence to chemical industry regulations, building codes, cGMP validation requirements, and environmental/safety standards
Serve as primary interface between project teams and business unit steering committees; report progress, issues, and risks; facilitate cross‑functional collaboration
Evaluate non‑capital alternatives; apply value engineering and equipment selection to optimize cost and performance
Oversee commissioning, handover, and operational readiness; conduct post‑project reviews and lessons learned