Principal Project Manager, Capital Projects

WHO YOU ARE

Sila Nanotechnologies is looking for an experienced Project Manager for our Capital Projects team to lead the coordination and construction of new battery material manufacturing facilities. Your initial multi-year project will manage the design and build of Sila’s next-generation 100 GWh anode material factory. In this role, you will use your experience to identify and build new project management processes and tools at Sila. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external engineering and construction partners to effectively coordinate, execute, and close out large-scale capital projects at Sila.

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES 

• Direct and oversee key phases of Sila large capital projects and construction management including: project planning, site development, permitting, contracts, front-end and detailed design, documentation, construction, and closeout
• Own overall project budget and construction schedule as well as coordination across contractors, Sila teams, and other stakeholders
• Build out new project management processes and tools at Sila, using past experience and industry best practices
• Manage relationships with engineering partners, contractors, and other external parties; provide direction on priorities, schedule, and project coordination to ensure deadlines are met
• Manage change order requests, approvals, documentation, scope of work, and record-keeping

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS

• Minimum of 10 years experience in project management, including ground-up construction projects
• Bachelor’s Degree in a science, engineering, or construction management field
• Skilled in project planning, contract and budget management, schedule management, risk management, and project execution
• Strong track record of selecting and managing principal and subcontractors
• Proven communication and meeting-management skills, across external and internal teams
• Ability to anticipate potential issues and make high-pressure decisions
• Deep experience with construction documentation, drawings, and specifications
• Extensive Microsoft Project and/or Primavera P6 experience required
• PMP certification preferred
• Willing to travel to and work on build sites for extensive time periods

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS

• Move long distances and be stationary for extended periods of time
• 25% travel to and from build sites (more during construction activities)