Facilities Program Manager - HSC
About The Position
Howmet Engine Systems is seeking an experienced operations professional to join its team in Hampton, Virginia. The Facilities Program Manager leads programs and multiple capital projects for the plant, developing milestone plans, identifying resources, and establishing cadence to meet capital milestones and internal targets. The position drives operational efficiency, innovation, and growth by delivering capital investments on time, within budget, and in alignment with ROI and payback expectations. It manages a portfolio of infrastructure, equipment, and technology projects in line with long-term asset value and strategic goals, and partners with operational and cross-functional leaders to identify and scope opportunities that enhance titanium structural casting capabilities. The role also supports site utilization and expansion strategy and oversees forecasting and tracking reduction targets and actuals so capital investments align with environmental impact goals and sustainability commitments. Projects must meet safety, environmental, and regulatory standards and support the company’s competitive position. The role reports to the Hampton Structural Casting Plant Manager.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
- At least 5 years of experience managing CAPEX projects in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience supporting facilities strategy, including lease management, site utilization, and broker engagement.
- Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, and ability to work effectively in a matrix organization.
- Legally authorized to work in the United States; employment eligibility verification is required at hire. Visa sponsorship is unavailable.
- Ability to comply with access requirements for export-controlled items; employment offers are conditioned on the ability to lawfully obtain access.
- Ability to lead cross-functional teams.
- Ability to prioritize and complete multiple diverse work assignments with minimal direction and supervision.
- Ability to work closely and communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Nice To Haves
- Strong analytical and problem-resolution skills supporting business planning, strategy development and deployment, relationship management, and conflict resolution.
- Exceptional proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Project, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Familiarity with AS9100, FAA regulations, and defense compliance.
- Knowledge of and experience with investment casting.
Responsibilities
- Lead capital projects through the full lifecycle, from concept development and feasibility through design, procurement, installation, and commissioning.
- Manage project scope, schedule, budget, vendor performance, and alignment with annual CAPEX plans and approval processes.
- Partner with operations, engineering, finance, procurement, and EHS to align project objectives with enterprise strategy.
- Forecast and track reduction targets and actuals, aligning capital investments with sustainability goals and environmental impact objectives.
- Oversee contractor selection, bidding, and vendor management for construction and installation projects.
- Develop and maintain project budgets, schedules, risk assessments, and ROI/payback analyses.
- Monitor project performance and KPIs, and report progress to senior leadership.
- Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
- Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, and regulatory standards throughout project lifecycles.
- Manage external vendors and contractors to ensure adherence to project specifications, timelines, and governance protocols.
- Provide CAPEX financial oversight, including cost tracking, forecasting, and variance analysis.
- Identify and evaluate CAPEX opportunities with site leaders and operational teams to support long-term asset value and operational efficiency.
- Optimize CAPEX investments, reduce waste, and improve return on investment.
- Support facilities strategy, including site utilization and expansion needs.
- Apply knowledge of investment casting processes and major customer specifications.
- Coordinate stakeholders and partners to deliver project and work-transfer outcomes, including facilities-related work transfers.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
