Factory Planning and Expansion Lead
147k – 210kHayward, CAOtherOnsite10+ YOE
Summary
Lead end-to-end planning, design, and construction of new manufacturing facilities and factory expansions. Drive large-scale industrial construction projects from concept through commissioning in aerospace/high-spec manufacturing environments.
About the role
Factory Expansion & Construction Leadership
- Support all phases of factory expansion projects, including site selection support, feasibility, design coordination, construction, and commissioning
- Serve as the owner’s representative for all construction activities, ensuring alignment with business and production goals
- Develop and manage project scopes, schedules, budgets, and capital expenditure plans as it pertains to factory equipment and facility requirements
Construction Management
- Support general contractors, subcontractors, architects, and engineering firms
- Support construction execution, including site development, civil works, structural, MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing), and utilities infrastructure
- Conduct regular site inspections to monitor progress, quality, and safety compliance
Design & Planning Integration
- Collaborate with manufacturing, process engineering, and operations teams to translate production needs into facility requirements
- Ensure factory layouts, workflows, and utilities are integrated into construction plans
- Review and approve design drawings, specifications, and construction documents
Project Delivery & Controls
- Implement strong project governance, including risk management, cost control, and schedule tracking
- Identify and mitigate construction risks, delays, and cost overruns
Commissioning & Handover
- Oversee commissioning of facilities, ensuring readiness for manufacturing operations
- Drive punch list completion, final inspections, and occupancy approvals
- Ensure smooth transition from construction to operations
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Architecture, or related field (Master’s preferred)
- 10+ years of experience in industrial construction or capital projects, with significant exposure to aerospace or high-spec manufacturing environments
- Proven track record delivering large-scale manufacturing facilities, hangars, or precision production spaces
- Strong expertise in construction project management, contracts, and site execution
- Deep understanding of industrial building systems (MEP, utilities, clean rooms, etc.)
- Experience working in fast-paced, high-growth manufacturing environments is a plus
- Previous industrial experience, mechanical & infrastructure intense projects
- Experience with factory automation or advanced manufacturing environments
- Familiarity with lean factory design or production flow optimization
- Experience with sustainability, energy systems, or green building standards (LEED, etc.)
- Strong knowledge of industrial factory design, MEP systems, and site development
Compensation & Benefits
- Annual base salary range: $147,000 - $210,000
- Equity in the form of stock options
- Comprehensive benefits packages including group health insurance plans
- Paid vacation time, sick leave, holiday pay and 401K savings plan
- Relocation assistance may be provided for eligible roles
Skills
Construction ManagementCivil EngineeringIndustrial ConstructionCapital ProjectsMEP SystemsProject ManagementSite DevelopmentContractor ManagementFactory Layout DesignCommissioning
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