Construction Manager

Axalta•Front Royal, VA

11d•$100,000 - $130,000•Onsite

About The Position

Axalta is seeking a Construction Manager at its facility in Front Royal, Virginia. The role leads and coordinates on-site construction activities for capital projects and major maintenance initiatives in a large-scale manufacturing environment. Acting as the primary liaison among Axalta construction teams, project leaders, and third-party contractors, the Construction Manager ensures work is performed safely, on schedule, and within budget. The position also supports operational excellence and employee development while coordinating construction work to limit disruption to manufacturing operations.

Requirements

10+ years of industrial construction experience.
5+ years of people management and leadership experience.
Strong knowledge of industrial construction safety programs and permitting systems.
Experience with General Work, Hot Work, Confined Space Entry, and Crane Lift permitting.
Strong project management capabilities, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and resource allocation.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints, technical drawings, safety procedures, and project documentation.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work flexible hours and overtime as business needs require.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related discipline is preferred.
OSHA 30 Certification.
Experience managing construction activities in a chemical, coatings, manufacturing, or industrial facility.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project or similar project scheduling software.
Experience working within SAP, including maintenance and project-related transactions.
Knowledge of continuous improvement and Lean/Kaizen methodologies.
Strong contractor management and stakeholder relationship skills.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
Ability to analyze project costs, schedules, and resource utilization.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage the on-site Axalta Construction Team, including mechanical and electrical construction crews.
Coordinate construction activities with Project Team Leads to support project timelines and business objectives.
Oversee capital construction and major maintenance projects, including new equipment installations and system upgrades.
Serve as the primary site contact and field administrator for third-party construction contractors.
Promote and maintain a Goal Zero safety culture and ensure compliance with company safety standards and permitting requirements.
Monitor project execution to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, and within budget.
Review contractor change orders and support cost management initiatives.
Ensure proper labor charging and resource allocation for construction activities.
Set performance expectations, coach employees, and support employee development.
Monitor team performance and implement corrective actions when needed.
Coordinate construction activities to minimize disruption to manufacturing operations.
Participate in constructability reviews and provide input during FEL and detailed design phases.
Support continuous improvement and Kaizen initiatives.
Review drawings, blueprints, specifications, and technical documentation to support successful project execution.
Coordinate with engineers, contractors, and site stakeholders to ensure equipment and systems are installed correctly and integrated effectively.