Site CAPEX Manager

About the role

Our client, a leading specialist solutions company based in County Waterford, is seeking a Site CAPEX Manager to lead the delivery of site capital projects, ensuring alignment with global standards and regulations. Reporting to the Site Engineering Director, you will manage a team of engineers and collaborate closely with EHS, Quality, Finance and Operations.

Key responsibilities

• Lead construction management, the site permit system, and embed EHS requirements across all CAPEX activities and third‑party contractors.
• Ensure adherence to QMS requirements and quality compliance standards; act as SME for regulatory requirements and support audits.
• Lead the financial performance of the capital portfolio, including Assets Under Construction, Impairment, CAPEX, OPEX, headcount management and capital approval documentation.
• Lead and develop the engineering team through performance management, coaching, project escalation and execution of capital projects.
• Manage the Facility Investment Plan, participate in the Local Capital Approval Board, and support project estimation and capital planning.

Required profile

• B.Eng. in an Engineering discipline.
• Green Belt or Six Sigma qualification.
• Minimum 8 years' experience leading and delivering CAPEX projects within the pharmaceutical industry or a similar regulated environment.
• Strong leadership experience in a high‑speed manufacturing environment, with the ability to work closely with EHS, Quality, Operations and senior management.
• Strong commercial and business acumen with experience reviewing capital expenditure, analysing data and providing recommendations to support decision‑making.

Required skills

• Green Belt Six Sigma
• CAPEX project management
• Financial analysis of capital projects
• Quality Management System (QMS) compliance
• Regulatory compliance in pharmaceutical industry