Regional Director, CAPEX - Decatur, IL
The Director, Capital Projects Execution & Delivery is a senior leader and thought partner responsible for providing strategic and operational oversight across the full capital project lifecycle—from concept development and front-end planning (FEP) through detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover.
This role has end-to-end accountability for the successful execution of a capital portfolio exceeding $500M annually. The Director leads large-scale, complex capital projects to ensure safe, predictable, and cost-effective delivery aligned with corporate strategy and operational objectives.
Operating in a key leadership role within the Asset Management, Engineering & Projects (AMEP) organization, this position will report to the Vice President -AMEP and will drive disciplined execution, rigorous risk management, and continuous improvement in capital delivery performance across North America.
Core Areas of Focus
Ensure capital projects are developed, structured, and executed in alignment with ADM engineering standards, FEL processes, and capital governance frameworks. Drive optimal project delivery models and contracting strategies based on risk profile, organizational capability, and operational requirements to maximize capital efficiency.
Champion a strong safety culture by enforcing the highest safety standards across all project activities. Drive contractor performance excellence by embedding safety, quality, and operational discipline into all phases of project execution.
Strengthen cross-functional project delivery capabilities by fostering a culture of knowledge sharing and continuous learning. Develop project managers and project engineers in alignment with the PMO competency framework and implement standardized tools, processes, and practices to improve execution consistency and outcomes.
Maintain accountability for overall project delivery performance. Partner with the Project Governance & Assurance team to establish and monitor clear performance metrics and KPIs, enabling proactive project controls and risk mitigation throughout the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities
Required Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
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Relocation assistance is available for this position.
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Hiring Manager - Omar Thorpe
Recruiter - Brian Correll
Decatur
IL - Illinois
United States
About ADM
At ADM, we unlock the power of nature to provide access to nutrition worldwide. With industry-advancing innovations, a complete portfolio of ingredients and solutions to meet any taste, and a commitment to sustainability, we give customers an edge in solving the nutritional challenges of today and tomorrow. We’re a global leader in human and animal nutrition and the world’s premier agricultural origination and processing company. Our breadth, depth, insights, facilities and logistical expertise give us unparalleled capabilities to meet needs for food, beverages, health and wellness, and more. From the seed of the idea to the outcome of the solution, we enrich the quality of life the world over. Learn more at www.adm.com.
Base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Hourly and salaried non-exempt employees will also be paid overtime pay when working qualifying overtime hours.
If hired, employees will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base pay (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
The pay range for this position is expected to be between:
$139,200.00 - $250,000.00
The total compensation package for this position will also include annual bonus and a long-term incentive plan
ADM unlocks the power of nature to enrich the quality of life. We’re an essential global agricultural supply chain manager and processor, providing food security by connecting local needs with global capabilities. We’re a premier human and animal nutrition provider, offering one of the industry’s broadest portfolios of ingredients and solutions from nature. We’re a trailblazer in health and well-being, with an industry-leading range of products for consumers looking for new ways to live healthier lives. We’re a cutting-edge innovator, guiding the way to a future of new bio-based consumer and industrial solutions. And we're leading in business-driven sustainability efforts that support a strong agricultural sector, resilient supply chains, and a vast and growing bioeconomy. Around the globe, our expertise and innovation are meeting critical needs from harvest to home. Learn more at www.adm.com.
