Factory Construction & Operations Manager
(Greenfield Manufacturing Plant Development)
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced Factory Construction & Operations Manager to lead the planning, construction, commissioning, and operational readiness of a new manufacturing facility. The successful candidate will possess solid expertise in factory construction, manufacturing process requirements, facility management, utility systems, EHS compliance, and plant operational excellence.
The role will ensure successful delivery of greenfield and brownfield projects from feasibility study through mass production (SOP), while establishing a world-class manufacturing operation.

Key Responsibilities
Factory Construction & Project Management
- Lead end-to-end factory construction projects including greenfield and expansion projects.
- Develop project master plans, timelines, budgets, and risk mitigation strategies.
- Coordinate architects, consultants, contractors, government authorities, and utility providers.
- Monitor construction progress, quality, cost, and schedule adherence.




- Manage facility handover and project closeout activities.
- Ensure compliance with local building codes, statutory regulations, and industrial standards.

Manufacturing Facility Planning
- Define factory layout based on manufacturing process flow and future expansion plans.
- Plan production areas, warehouse, quality labs, engineering centers, utility regions, and office spaces.
- Develop material flow concepts using Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Optimize space utilization and operational efficiency.
- Support manufacturing equipment installation and commissioning.

Facility & Utility Management
- Establish utility infrastructure including:
- Electrical HV/LV systems
- Compressed air systems
- Cooling water systems
- HVAC systems
- Industrial gases
- Wastewater treatment plants
- Fire protection systems
- Building Management Systems (BMS)
- Ensure facility reliability and preventive mainten

📌 Factory Construction (Chennai)
🏢 Johnson Electric Group
📍 Chennai