Sr. Director, EPC & Facilities

Panasonic•De Soto, KS

4h•Onsite

About The Position

We are proud to announce the establishment of a state-of-the-art Li-ion battery factory, set amidst the beautiful Kansas City Metro. This groundbreaking green-field factory will serve as a pioneering hub for innovation in sustainable energy solutions. If you are passionate about contributing to a sustainable future and being part of a dynamic team shaping the electric vehicle revolution, this opportunity is tailor-made for you. We are seeking dedicated individuals to join us as full-time, on-site team members at our new, state-of-the-art factory located in the thriving city of DeSoto, Kansas. The Senior Director, EPC & Facilities is a strategic and operational leader responsible for end-to-end oversight of Engineering, Procurement & Construction (EPC) execution and Facilities operations across Panasonic Energy’s battery manufacturing site. This role combines deep technical expertise in large-scale construction and commissioning with executive leadership accountability for facility operations, utilities infrastructure, and long-term site performance. The leader will drive optimization across the full asset lifecycle—from design and construction through commissioning and steady-state operations—ensuring cost, schedule, quality, safety, and operational readiness targets are achieved. This position has direct management responsibility for the Director of Facilities and is accountable for overall Facilities performance, organizational capability, and alignment with enterprise strategy.

Requirements

Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing, and speaking English
10+ years of experience in a large-scale construction engineering, construction project management or related role.
8+ years of experience as a construction leader.
Proven experience overseeing large-scale industrial or manufacturing site development and operations
Knowledge and experience with BIM,3D CAD, mechanical and Electrical drawings, MPI, P&IDs.
Knowledge and experience with U.S. building and fire codes.
Deep understanding of large-scale construction site development.
Experience performing engineering functions and responsibilities in a manufacturing environment.
Experience coordinating and collaborating with contractors, service providers and equipment vendors.
Flexible with the working environment and able to perform job duties between the factory and office/desk.
Strong team working skills at all levels of an organization, especially skilled at working with executive leadership.
Proven track record of process improvement and problem-solving resulting in tangible organizational success.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Alignment to Panasonic’s seven (7) core principles (contribution to society, fairness and honesty, cooperation and team spirit, untiring effort for improvement, courtesy and humility, adaptability, gratitude)

Nice To Haves

Experience in battery manufacturing or a related heavy manufacturing industry.
Knowledge and experience with international building and fire codes desired.

Responsibilities

Provide enterprise-level technical leadership across building design, construction, tool installation, and commissioning activities
Optimize project cost, schedule, and execution strategies to meet Start of Production (SOP) milestones
Establish standardized EPC processes, design standards, and scalable delivery models for future factory builds and retrofits
Review and challenge contractor proposals, change orders, and cost structures to ensure alignment with industry benchmarks
Lead technical risk mitigation, milestone governance, and project performance oversight
Provide full leadership oversight of the Facilities function through the Director of Facilities
Ensure effective design, construction, commissioning, and ongoing operation of plant utility infrastructure
Drive facility reliability, efficiency, and level of service to support manufacturing operations
Oversee capital planning (CAPEX) and operational budgets (OPEX) for facilities infrastructure
Ensure alignment between EPC project delivery and long-term operational sustainability
Lead and develop a high-performing, integrated organization across EPC and Facilities
Build leadership bench strength by coaching senior leaders, including the Director of Facilities
Define organizational structure, roles, and capability requirements across construction, engineering, and facilities teams
Drive workforce planning, training strategies, and capability development programs
Establish KPIs across EPC and Facilities functions to track project and operational performance
Implement continuous improvement initiatives across construction, commissioning, and facility operations
Develop standardized, repeatable (“cookie-cutter”) approaches to facility systems and project delivery
Incorporate Lean principles and data-driven decision-making to improve efficiency and reduce cost
Ensure seamless handoff from construction and commissioning into steady-state operations
Align EPC, PMO, and Facilities teams on shared milestones, deliverables, and readiness criteria
Drive improvements in project management processes, governance, and execution rigor
Partner with Operations, Supply Chain, Safety, and executive leadership to align on business priorities
Provide regular updates and strategic recommendations to senior leadership
Coordinate with contractors, vendors, and global stakeholders
Champion a world-class safety culture across construction, commissioning, and facility operations
Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, internal policies, and industry standards
Lead risk management, safety system enhancements, and continuous improvement initiatives

Benefits

Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
On-site Food Options: Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events
Free Shuttle: Rides to and from work!