Director of Capital Projects

WHO YOU ARE

Sila Nanotechnologies is looking for an experienced Director of Capital Projects to lead us in all large scale project efforts including the design and build of our new manufacturing facility, upgrades to existing facilities, and large improvement projects. You will be responsible for building a new team that will allow the company to scale and grow into an industrial leader in manufacturing battery materials.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES 

• Build, grow, and lead a high-performing capital projects team, developing personnel that exemplify the Sila Operations culture, to prepare the organization for the scale-up of industrial facilities
• Direct and oversee all phases of Sila large capital projects and construction management including contracts, planning, scheduling, budget, execution, reporting, risk mitigation, documentation, and closeout. 
• Oversee the establishment of facility project design criteria where needed including in architectural, MEP, and structural disciplines 
• Manage relationships with principal contractors (EPC/GC) and resolve contractual, budget, and schedule issues
• Owns internal communication across the organization related to project progress, efficiency, and cost/schedule performance. Drives project alignment with the engineering design, manufacturing, EH&S, and programs teams.
• Hire, coach, and support talent through consistent feedback, navigation of challenges, and celebration of wins

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 10 years of experience in project management and leadership roles
• Bachelor’s Degree in a science, engineering, or construction management discipline
• Demonstrates strong leadership skills with an affinity for mentoring and developing others
• Skilled in project planning, risk management, project execution, meeting facilitation, presentation, and communication to all levels of the organization.
• Must have prior experience in planning, contract management, and ground-up/new construction experience
• Strong track record of managing general and subcontractors
• PMP preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Move long distances and be stationary for extended periods of time
• Travel to and from build site - up to a week per month during critical build times