Program Manager – Steel / Manufacturing

Job Title:            Program Manager – Steel / Manufacturing

Location:           Fredericksburg / Stafford, VA 22554 (Onsite)

Hire Type:          Permanent / Full Time

Note: Please look for local candidates who is willing to go for an onsite interview.

About the Role:

Client is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives across construction operations. This role will drive production performance, oversee key programs, and partner closely with plant leadership, engineering, and supply chain teams. This is a high-impact position focused on plant operations, continuous improvement, and program execution within a fast-paced industrial environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage multiple manufacturing and operations programs in the construction business from planning through execution
• Partner with plant operations, engineering, and supply chain to ensure on-time production and delivery
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, operational excellence)
• Oversee production planning, scheduling, and workflow optimization
• Manage program timelines, budgets, and performance metrics
• Identify risks within production, supply chain, and operations and implement mitigation plans
• Support capital projects, including equipment installation and process improvements
• Ensure compliance with safety standards (OSHA) and company policies
• Provide regular reporting and updates to senior leadership.

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years’ experience in Program Management, Project Management, or Operations Management
• Background in construction, steel industry.

Experience with:

• Plant operations / production environments
• Supply chain and production planning
• Cross-functional program leadership
• Working knowledge of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.)
• Experience with Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills.

Nice to Have:

• Experience in steel, metals, or metal fabrication
• PMP certification or similar
• Engineering or operations-related degree
• Experience leading plant-level initiatives or capital projects
• Bi-Lingual (Spanish & English)

Core Skills:

Program Management • Project Management • Manufacturing • Steel • Metals •

Plant Operations • Production Planning • Supply Chain • ERP • SAP •

Lean Manufacturing • Six Sigma • Continuous Improvement • Operational Excellence.