Global Projects Manager - India

Build the Future. Lead a Landmark Project. Leave a Legacy.

As Hexcel accelerates its strategic global growth initiatives and expansion of manufacturing capabilities in India and overall, Asia Pacific Region , we are seeking an exceptional Project Manager to take ownership of a flagship greenfield chemical manufacturing facility from concept through to operational handover.

With executive visibility, international stakeholder engagement, and responsibility for a capital investment this role offers the chance to shape a world-class manufacturing operation that will play a critical role in Hexcel's global footprint. We are looking for a commercially astute, technically strong, and influential project leader who thrives in complex building projects , can navigate India's regulatory construction landscape, and has a proven track record of delivering major industrial projects on time and b udget.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the end-to-end execution of a major greenfield manufacturing project, from business case development and FEL/FEED through construction, commissioning, startup, and operational handover.

• Take full accountability for project scope, budget, schedule, governance, and overall capital project delivery performance.

• Drive collaboration across global engineering, operations, business development, procurement, EPC contractors, and regional stakeholders.

• Develop and implement robust project execution, procurement, contracting, risk management, and change management strategies.

• Ensure world-class Health, Safety, Environmental, and Quality standards are embedded throughout all project phases.

• Lead engagement with Indian government agencies, regulatory bodies, permitting authorities, and local stakeholders to secure all required approvals and maintain statutory compliance.

• Oversee engineering design activities, ensuring all mechanical, electrical, civil, process, and infrastructure deliverables meet project requirements.

• Manage EPC partners, contractors, consultants, and vendors to achieve exceptional cost, quality, schedule, and safety outcomes.

• Provide executive-level reporting, project governance updates, and strategic recommendations to senior leadership teams.

• Lead commissioning, qualification, performance testing, and successful transition of the manufacturing facility into operations.
  

Key Requirements :

• Minimum 12 years of Project Management experience delivering large-scale industrial or manufacturing construction projects.

• Proven Project Management experience gained during the construction and delivery of a Chemical Manufacturing Plant, preferably within a greenfield environment.

• Demonstrated track record of successfully delivering at least one major capital project valued at $100 Million or greater, with overall responsibility for end-to-end delivery .

• Deep understanding of Indian regulatory, environmental, permitting, statutory compliance, and infrastructure requirements associated with industrial developments.

• Strong working knowledge of EPC execution models, contract management, risk mitigation, claims management, and procurement strategies.

• Ability to communicate effectively in English and Indian regional languages, with value placed on South and West Indian language capabilities.

• Experience leading multicultural, cross-functional international project teams and managing multiple stakeholders across different regions.

• Strong technical understanding of engineering drawings, PFDs, P&IDs, material balances, construction methodologies, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.

• PMP Certification and Six Sigma Principles blended with previous experience within Chemical, Pharmaceutical, Aerospace, Advanced Materials, or a manufacturing environment would be highly advantageous.
  

Why Join Hexcel in India ?

This is an opportunity to lead a transformational greenfield project with global visibility, significant autonomy, and the support of an industry-lead er in Aerospace materials manufacturing . You will play a pivotal role in delivering a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility that will shape the future of Hexcel's operations in one of the world's fastest-growing industrial markets.

We are committed to providing a professional, engaging, and transparent recruitment experience that allows candidates to fully demonstrate their technical expertise, leadership capability, and project delivery experience :

Stage 1: Recruiter Pre-Screen Interview (Microsoft Teams)
Stage 2: Technical & Leadership Interview (Microsoft Teams)
Final Stage: Executive Interview & Project Presentation (In Person)