CAPITAL PROJECTS DIRECTOR

Essential Functions: 

Strategic Leadership 

• Develop and implement divisional capital investment strategies aligned with corporate objectives. 
• Lead long-term planning for infrastructure, facilities, and asset development. 

Project Oversight 

• Manage the full lifecycle of capital projects—from initiation to completion. 
• Oversee budgeting, forecasting, and resource allocation for all divisional capital initiatives. 
• Ensure regulatory compliance and risk mitigation across all projects. 

Stakeholder Engagement 

• Collaborate with internal departments, external partners, and executive leadership. 
• Communicate project status, risks, and outcomes to stakeholders and board members. 

Team Management 

• Lead multidisciplinary teams including project managers, engineers, financial analysts, and contractors. 
• Regularly work onsite to build strong team connections, collaborate across functions, and solve problems in real time. 
• Foster a culture of accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement. 

Performance & Reporting 

• Establish KPIs and performance metrics for capital projects. 
• Provide regular reporting on project progress, financials, and strategic impact.  

This is a salaried exempt position with an annualized salary range of $163,000 to $207,000.

Trident Seafoods offers a comprehensive and quality benefits package. Full time employees may be eligible for discretionary/performance-based incentives, medical, dental and vision insurance plans, optional HRA/HSA, telemedicine, employee assistance and wellness programs, long-term disability, basic life and AD&D, and 401(k) with a company match, paid time off, 10 paid holidays each year, and paid parental leave. For full-time employees, the initial paid time off benefit starts at 20 days per year, adjusted commensurate with relevant experience. Commuter and transit programs are also available. 

Minimum Requirements 

Required Qualifications: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Finance or Business Administration.  
• 10+ years of experience in capital project management, infrastructure development, or related fields OR at least 8 years of related experience with a Master’s or postgraduate degree. 
• Proven leadership in managing large-scale, high-value projects. 
• At least 8 years of leadership experience. 

Preferred Education & Experiences: 

• Master’s or MBA preferred. 
• Certifications such as PMP, Six Sigma, or Lean Management are a plus. 

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities (KSAs): 

• Strong financial acumen and experience with Capital Expenditure planning. 
• Advanced knowledge of project management tools and methodologies. 
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. 
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration and change management. 
• Capital expenditure experience in a manufacturing environment. 
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills 
• Strategic thinking and long-term planning. 
• Advanced knowledge of project management tools and methodologies. 
• Ability to navigate complex regulatory environments. 
• Experience in cross-functional collaboration and change management. 

Work environment:  

This is an on-site position based at the Trident Support Center office in Seattle’s Ballard neighborhood, with the option to work remotely on Fridays.

In-office time takes place in a typical office environment: temperature controlled with adequate lighting and moderate noise. While remote, employees must provide appropriate home office space.  

Work Ability Requirements: 

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. 

Work Authorizations 

This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.