Project Manager - Construction and Capital Projects

Chromalloy is a global engineering & solutions company. We are a leading provider of aftermarket parts, repairs, and solutions that safely & reliably extend the life of aircraft engines and gas turbines. We develop, manufacture and repair critical turbine components for a range of engine platforms. Our solutions support the engines running the aerospace, energy and defense industries around the world.

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Why work at Chromalloy?

Chromalloy employees are proud, passionate problem-solvers who strive to live our values every day. A career with Chromalloy is an opportunity to learn from top industry experts, work with important technologies, and unlock a passion for innovation. Join our team of experts, innovators and problem-solvers delivering world-class solutions for our customers. As a global company, we are committed to creating an inclusive environment where all employees feel represented, heard, and able to bring their best selves to work every day. Be part of something bigger with Chromalloy!

Our Total Rewards Program is designed to support you today and in the future.

• Comprehensive and flexible benefit options starting on day one, including medical, dental, vision, EAP, wellness incentives, and 401(k) with employer matching.
• Development & progression opportunities for every employee – regular performance conversations, training and development curriculum, and engineering fellowship programs.
• Paid time off, including vacation, sick time, paid holidays, and parental leave - all eligible on your first day of employment!
• Competitive pay, including eligibility for quarterly and annual bonuses, depending on role and site.

Eligibility for individual benefit plans may vary based on employment status.

Job Summary

We’re looking for a Project Manager – Construction & Capital Projects to lead major construction, renovation, and equipment capital projects across our LaGrange and Newnan, Georgia facilities. You’ll have primary responsibility for delivering the LaGrange Greenfield build-out and existing-facility renovation, while also managing manufacturing equipment projects supporting both locations.

This is a hands-on, site-based role where you’ll lead projects through scope development, design, procurement, construction, installation, commissioning, operational handoff, and closeout.

Work That Matters

At Chromalloy, your work directly supports aviation safety and reliability. Our teams repair and manufacture critical aerospace components used across the global aviation industry. Whether you're improving processes, supporting operations, solving technical challenges, or driving business performance, your contributions help keep aircraft flying safely around the world.

Location: Lagrange and Newnan, GA

Travel: Regular travel between the LaGrange and Newnan facilities

Schedule: On-site, with regular field presence required in active aerospace manufacturing facilities

What You’ll Be Doing

• Lead the LaGrange Greenfield build-out and major renovation of the existing facility from design, permitting, and contracting through construction, commissioning, occupancy, and closeout.
• Own project scope, schedules, capital budgets, cash-flow forecasts, critical-path milestones, risks, contingencies, and change control.
• Coordinate architects, engineering firms, general and specialty contractors, utilities, permitting authorities, equipment suppliers, and internal stakeholders.
• Plan renovation phases, shutdowns, temporary conditions, demolition, contractor access, and site logistics to minimize disruption to manufacturing operations.
• Manage building and infrastructure projects involving production areas, offices, HVAC, electrical systems, compressed air, plumbing, fire protection, lighting, roofing, utilities, structural work, parking, and related site infrastructure.
• Oversee RFIs, submittals, inspections, punch lists, commissioning activities, contractor performance, construction safety, quality, cost, and schedule through final turnover.
• Manage manufacturing equipment capital projects across the LaGrange and Newnan facilities, from initial scoping and procurement through installation, operational handoff, and financial closeout.
• Develop project budgets, schedules, milestones, procurement plans, installation strategies, and operational-readiness requirements.
• Coordinate OEMs, integrators, rigging and installation contractors, and facility requirements such as foundations, power, compressed air, gases, exhaust, water, cooling, and life-safety systems.
• Coordinate factory and site acceptance testing, as applicable, and manage equipment delivery, installation, commissioning, acceptance, training and handoff coordination, and project closeout.
• Develop bid packages, evaluate quotations, conduct scope reviews, recommend contractors and vendors, and maintain clear tracking of risks, actions, issues, and decisions.
• Lead recurring project reviews and provide concise executive updates covering safety, progress, schedule, budget, risks, decisions, contractor performance, and commissioning status.
• Identify and escalate issues early, drive corrective action, and maintain accountability across internal and external project teams.
• Complete project documentation, turnover packages, as-built records, financial reconciliation, and closeout requirements.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical discipline, or equivalent applicable experience.
• At least five years of project management experience in industrial construction, facilities construction, manufacturing capital projects, or a comparable environment.
• Demonstrated experience managing major construction or building-renovation projects and manufacturing equipment capital projects.
• Strong knowledge of project budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, procurement, contractor management, scope and change control, risk management, commissioning, and closeout.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and contractors within an active manufacturing environment.
• Strong communication, organization, problem-solving, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Ability to maintain a consistent on-site presence and work safely around active construction and manufacturing operations.

Nice to Have

• Experience leading Greenfield industrial construction projects from design through operational turnover.
• PMP or an equivalent project management credential.
• Experience with Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, or comparable project management systems.
• Aerospace, MRO, industrial gas turbine, or heavy-manufacturing experience.
• Experience installing and commissioning major industrial or manufacturing equipment.
• Working knowledge of construction drawings, specifications, P&IDs, electrical single-line diagrams, MEP drawings, equipment layouts, and site plans.

This position may require work hours outside of the regularly scheduled hours to meet operational needs. This may include work during evenings, weekends, and/or holidays. Additional work hours are assigned based on business requirements. Non-exempt employees will be paid overtime in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

The salary range for this position reflects a broad spectrum of experience levels. Individual compensation within the range is determined by multiple factors, including relevant experience, education, certifications, job related skills, internal equity, and market conditions. We evaluate each candidate individually to ensure fair and competitive pay decisions.

Due to government regulation only US persons (U.S. citizen, U.S. naturalized citizen, U.S. permanent resident, holder of U.S. approved political asylee or refugee status) may be considered for this role.

Chromalloy participates in E-Verify and will provide the federal government with your Form I-9 information to confirm that you are authorized to work in the U.S.

Any offer of employment will also be conditioned upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen in accordance with company policy and applicable federal and state regulations.

Chromalloy is an equal opportunity employer - vets/disabled.

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