Construction Manager (Greenfield - Manufacturing)

Office Location: Canlubang, Laguna

Project site: Tarlac

Type of employment: Project-based

Setup & Schedule: Full onsite Monday to Friday Day shift

We are seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead the ground-up development of a manufacturing facility. This role will be responsible for managing all on-site construction activities, ensuring safety, quality, and timeline adherence. The ideal candidate has a strong background in greenfield projects within the manufacturing or FMCG sectors and will serve as the key operational decision-maker on the ground.

Qualifications:

Licensed Civil Engineer or Architect with proven experience in managing greenfield construction projects from start to completion.

Minimum of 10 years of experience in large-scale industrial construction, preferably within the manufacturing or FMCG industry.

Strong leadership capabilities with extensive experience managing multi-disciplinary site teams.

Demonstrated ability to manage all ground-level operations and act as the central point of accountability on-site.

In-depth knowledge of construction safety standards, with a proven track record of maintaining safe work environments.

Excellent communication, coordination, and decision-making skills.

Roles & Responsibilities:

Lead the full-cycle construction of a new manufacturing plant, including planning, execution, and turnover.

Oversee and coordinate all on-site construction activities, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure alignment with project timelines and specifications.

Serve as the primary decision-maker for day-to-day site operations, proactively resolving issues to minimize project delays or risks.

Manage and supervise all site personnel; ensure all ground-level staff are aligned with safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Enforce compliance with all regulatory and company-specific safety protocols across the site.

Monitor progress and provide regular updates to the Engineering Lead and cross-functional stakeholders.

Ensure that construction milestones, quality benchmarks, and budget parameters are met.

Collaborate with design, procurement, and operations teams to ensure project objectives are achieved seamlessly.