Facilities & Construction Manager, Industrialization

GKN Aerospace Careers•Garden Grove, CA

About The Position

GKN Aerospace is reimagining air travel: going further, faster and greener! Fuelled by great people whose expertise and creativity sets the standards in our industry, we’re inspired by the opportunities to innovate and break boundaries. We’re proud to play a part in protecting the world’s democracies. And we’re committed to putting sustainability at the centre of everything we do, opening up and protecting our planet. With over 16,000 employees across 33 manufacturing sites in 12 countries we serve over 90% of the world’s aircraft and engine manufacturers and achieved sales of £3.35 bn.in 2023. There are no limits to where you can take your career.Job SummaryThe Industrialization Facilities & Construction Manager is responsible for the successful delivery of multiple new facilities and expansion projects that enable product ramp‑up. This role oversees construction execution, commissioning activities (including FAT/SAT), BMS and operational technology (OT) integration, and cost/change governance. The position collaborates closely with Operations, Industrial Engineering, EHS, QA, Commercial, Finance, and external partners to meet schedule, budget, and readiness targets, ensure audit‑ready documentation, and enable a smooth transition to operations.

Requirements

5+ years in facilities construction and commissioning on large capital projects.
Demonstrated experience with FAT/SAT, pre‑functional/functional testing, BMS, SCADA, and OT systems.
Ability to validate SOVs and pay applications; strong cost and change governance capability.
Proficiency with Microsoft Project or Primavera P6 and Bluebeam.
Ability to lead cross‑functional teams and suppliers without formal authority; strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
Working knowledge of OSHA and facilities regulatory requirements.
Must be a U.S. Person per ITAR regulations to comply with export compliance requirements, with ability to obtain a Department of Defense security clearance if needed.
Travel: Ability to travel domestically up to 30%

Nice To Haves

Strong results orientation with consistent focus on schedule, budget, and punch list closure.
Technical acumen in construction, commissioning, BMS, and OT integration.Ability to influence teams and vendors and manage competing priorities under tight deadlines.
Disciplined approach to risk management, change control, safety, and quality.
Commitment to maintaining thorough, audit‑ready documentation.

Responsibilities

Lead construction execution across multiple buildings; align progress to the Integrated Master Schedule (IMS) and approved budgets.
Plan and manage commissioning activities, including FAT/SAT, pre‑functional and functional testing, punch list closure, and turnover packages.
Coordinate BMS/OT integration, including alarm strategy, vendor interfaces, system handshakes, and data integrity.
Direct field execution, resolve constraints, chair weekly progress and issue‑resolution meetings, and maintain disciplined risk and change control.
Ensure all permits, inspections, as‑built drawings, and technical documentation are complete, accurate, and audit‑ready.
Validate quantities and progress for Schedules of Values (SOV) and pay applications.
Enforce scope, cost, and change governance in coordination with Procurement, Commercial, Finance, and suppliers.
Maintain accurate technical, commercial, and regulatory records throughout the project lifecycle.
Lead and influence cross‑functional teams, contractors, and vendors without direct authority; set expectations and drive accountability.
Partner with Operations, Industrial Engineering, EHS, QA, and A&E firms to ensure facility readiness and compliance with operational and regulatory requirements.
Mentor direct reports responsible for daily site coordination and contractor management.
Support sourcing, quoting, installation, and commissioning of capital equipment from a facilities perspective.
Develop integrated industrialization plans, including utility hookups, interlocks, BMS/controls integration, pre‑operational checks, acceptance testing, and handover to Operations with maintenance plans and spares.
Develop dashboards, tracking tools, and reports to monitor schedule, cost, risks, punch list status, and readiness metrics.
Provide regular updates to leadership on progress, risks, decisions, and mitigation strategies.
Support regulatory and third‑party audits with complete, compliant, and audit‑ready documentation.