Project manager - factory - fit out

Role Purpose

The Project Manager – Factory Fit-Out & Infrastructure will be responsible for planning, managing, and executing factory construction, fit-out, expansion, and infrastructure projects. This role will oversee civil, structural, MEP, utilities, production area setup, warehousing, and facility enhancement projects while ensuring delivery within approved timelines, budgets, quality standards, and safety requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Project Planning & Execution

Lead end-to-end execution of factory fit-out, infrastructure, and facility expansion projects. Develop project plans, schedules, budgets, resource requirements, and execution strategies. Coordinate project activities from concept, design, procurement, execution, commissioning, and handover. Monitor project progress and ensure adherence to approved timelines.

Factory & Production Facility Development

Manage setup and fit-out of production areas, warehouses, laboratories, offices, and support facilities. Coordinate installation of manufacturing equipment and production lines. Ensure readiness of facilities for production operations. Support factory expansion and capacity enhancement initiatives.

Civil, MEP & Utilities Management

Oversee civil, structural, architectural, electrical, plumbing, HVAC, fire-fighting, and utility-related works. Coordinate installation and commissioning of utilities such as compressed air, power distribution, DG systems, water treatment, and HVAC systems. Ensure compliance with engineering specifications and operational requirements.

Contractor & Vendor Management

Identify, evaluate, and manage contractors, consultants, and suppliers. Review technical proposals, BOQs, and project estimates. Negotiate contracts and monitor contractor performance. Ensure timely delivery of materials, equipment, and services.

Budget & Cost Control

Prepare project budgets and capital expenditure estimates. Monitor project spending and control costs against approved budgets. Evaluate change requests and manage cost variations. Provide regular financial and progress reports to management.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

Ensure all projects comply with company quality standards and engineering specifications. Enforce EHS policies and safe work practices at project sites. Ensure compliance with statutory, environmental, fire, and building regulations. Conduct inspections, audits, and project quality reviews.

Stakeholder Management

Collaborate with Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, EHS, and HR teams. Provide regular project updates to leadership and key stakeholders. Manage project documentation, approvals, drawings, and handover records.

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or Construction Management. PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Experience

8–12 years of experience in industrial projects, factory construction, manufacturing facility fit-outs, or infrastructure development. Experience managing greenfield, brownfield, factory expansion, or plant setup projects. Experience in FMCG, consumer goods, manufacturing, furniture, mattress, foam, textiles, or industrial sectors preferred.