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GAF Director Corporate Project Engineering - Capital Implementation in Des Moines, Iowa
Job Description:
Introduction
At GAF, we cover more than buildings. We cover each other. No matter what role, tenure, or track, under this roof, you are empowered to be there for your teammates, your customers, and especially your community. Under this roof, we don’t back down from hard work– we support one another in pursuit of something bigger. We define the future while leading the present. And under this roof, we own our opportunities. Becoming the market leader only happens when everyone feels they have the opportunity, and the support, to thrive. We are GAF. And under this roof, we protect what matters most.
Summary
The Director-Capital Implementation is responsible to perform the duties and responsibilities of the Corporate Project Engineer role as a working project engineer as well as provide guidance and oversight of the Corporate Projects Group. The Director of Capital Implementation will report directly to the Sr. Director of Implementation-Operations Capital. In this role, the incumbent will manage major operational integrity and infrastructure projects and provide input for the strategic direction of the 3 and 5 year corporate and plant capital plans. They will address operational integrity needs for the organization; manage infrastructure expansions; review annual plant level capital plans ensuring appropriate prioritization of operational and infrastructural projects.
Essential Duties
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
Effectively manage the Capital Implementation Group (3+ direct reports)
Provide strategic contribution into 3 and 5 year corporate and plant capital plans to address Operations Capital needs for the organization
Oversee the development and execution of 3 year electrical and civil/structural infrastructure plans to ensure prioritization based on safety, plant criticality, and obsolescence
Analyze all facets of proposed projects and provide detailed cost, schedule, and justificationestimatestosupportcapitalexpenditures.Interfacewithmaintenance and production to ascertain and identify operational maintenance problems and opportunities. Conduct engineering and project analysis and follow through with major and minor project recommendations, justification and implementation.
Manage or support all aspects of infrastructure projects including design, construction, vendor management, cost tracking, operational interfaces and operations preparation, and startup.
Coordinate between contractors, vendors, and GAF to manage, engineer, and implement projects in the smoothest and most efficient manner without causing production delays or upsets.
Provides leadership and support for the Capital Implementation team while promotingacollaborative,customerservicephilosophyalongwithasupportive working environment.
Lead/participate in cross-functional corporate and plant teams investigating opportunitiestoimproveandexpandGAF’sprocessesandproducts,andbusiness opportunities.
Promote a culture of safety excellence ensuring team members, contractors, vendors are safety focused, ensuring that all corporate safety standards are implemented and followed.
Technical Skills
Advancedknowledgeofmanufacturingconcepts,practices,&procedures
Advanced ability to read and interpret specifications and drawings
Advanced proficiency using root cause analysis and Kepner-Trego or other structured methods to troubleshoot and solve problems
Advanced ability to translate technical data into a format/language suitable for operations and maintenance personnel
Experienceinprocesshazardanalysisandprocesssafetymanagement
Advancedknowledgeofengineeringfundamentals
Advancedproficiencyinmechanical,electrical,hydraulic,andpneumatics
Job / General knowledge/skills
Demonstrated leadership in terms of capital project planning, development, and execution including conceptual design, detailed design, construction and installation coordination, technical training, and turnover, start-up support, and sustained ownership.
Advanced ability to establish and maintain strategic working relationships across all GAF functions
Ability to prioritize multiple projects and initiatives through knowledge and insight gained from senior management
Demonstrated experience in hiring/training/coaching employees and performance management
Advanced knowledge of/experience with manufacturing analysis tools, such as statistical analysis/statistical process control (SPC), process capability studies, lean manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, Kepner-Tregoe, and/or Design of Experiments (DOE)
AdvancedknowledgeofOSHAandenvironmentalregulations
Advanced demonstrated communications skills; written, verbal, and listening skills
Advanced analytical skills
Advancedorganizationalskillsandattentiontodetail–abletoplan,execute,and control multiple tasks simultaneously
Advanced problem solving skills
Ability to execute projects within scope, schedule, and budget
Demonstratedhands-onexperienceincludingdirectsupervisionofengineersand contractor personnel
Ability to manage the efforts of contractors and/or internal maintenance personnel in project installations
Demonstrated ability to oversee projects involving multi-disciplines
Strong ability to Influence and drive cross-functional decisions and initiatives
Under This Roof, We Require
BS degree Engineering ( Mechanical, Electrical, or Chemical with Mechanical preferred)
10+yearsofexperienceinmanufacturing
5+ years of management-level supervision including management of multiple salaried engineers and development of capital budgets
The ideal candidate will have a proven background in managing projects with budgets of $100K - $20MM.
Demonstratedabilitytoworkinmulti-disciplinesasprojectmanagerandsupervise others as a lead engineer.
Demonstrated ability to work with and provide expertise in maintenance, operations, and process.
Willingness and ability to travel 50-60%.
Must be legally authorized to work in the U.S., without current or future requirement for sponsorship of an employment-based visa status
Under This Roof, We Also Value
5 years in a roofing/building products manufacturing organization - (preferred)
Thorough knowledge and experience with computers and G Suite/MS Office. Drafting experience with CAD, preferably Autodesk products, is preferred.
The preferred location for the position is remote, located within one hour of a large or major airport.
How We Protect What Matters Most
Weofferawiderangeofhealthinsuranceoptionsthatincludemedical,dental,and vision for you and your family.
Our Family-Building benefits support the many different journeys to fertility and parenthood.
Our robust 401K plan includes an employer match contribution with your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions.
Other exciting programs and perks are available to help employees achieve work-life balance, including (but not limited to) a wellness program, free financial coaching, a referral program, and product rebates when purchased for an employee’s primary residence.
Professional growth and development are very important to us! We offer internal training programs and courses, as well as a generous tuition reimbursement program.
We put diversity and inclusion into action with our Employee Resource Groups, which unite employees based on common perspectives, identities, demographic factors, or out of a desire to be an ally.
GAF complies with federal, state, and local disability laws and makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR Services at 833-HR-XPERT.
Consideration will be given based on geography, candidate experience, and qualifications.
Annual Salary Range: 153,000-195,500
We believe our employees are our greatest resource. We offer competitive salary, benefits, 401k, and vacation packages for all full time permanent positions. We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and GAF, Standard Logistics, SGI, and Siplast are proud to be affirmative action employers. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know. If applying for positions in the U.S., must be eligible to work in the U.S. without need for employer sponsored visa (work permit).
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With 130+ years in the industry, GAF is the leading roofing manufacturer in North America. As a member of the Standard Industries family of companies, we are also part of the largest roofing and waterproofing business in the world.
Our communities help give our work meaning and the products we manufacture help protect what matters most. The shingles help to shelter the families living in the homes in our towns. The TPO helps protect what is under that hospital’s roof. In addition to quality products, we make sure they are installed by quality craftsmen and women. The full GAF portfolio of solutions is supported by an extensive national network of factory-certified contractors.
GAF continues to be the leader in quality and offers comprehensive warranty protection on its products and systems. Our success is driven by a commitment to empowering our people to deliver advanced quality and purposeful innovation and the desire to protect what matters most.