Project Manager

Valdes Architecture & Engineering

$125K — $175K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required
  • 5+ years of project management experience in pharmaceutical, chemical, or industrial construction projects
  • Strong background in managing projects related to piping systems, electrical construction, building construction, and heavy industrial equipment installation
  • Experience with reactor installation and process system integration
  • Knowledge of industrial construction practices, scheduling, budgeting, and project controls
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
  • Exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills

Responsibilities

  • Manage industrial construction projects from planning through closeout
  • Lead projects involving piping, electrical systems, building construction, and reactor installation
  • Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, and resource plans
  • Oversee compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and regulations
  • Monitor project progress and mitigate risks related to schedule and cost
  • Facilitate project meetings and maintain communication with clients and teams
  • Review and coordinate construction documentation and change orders

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work on complex projects in the pharmaceutical and chemical industries
  • Gain experience managing multidisciplinary teams in highly regulated environments
  • Engage in project phases from design to commissioning and turnover
  • Work in a role that emphasizes safety and compliance with industry standards
  • Develop leadership skills through managing diverse project elements and stakeholders
Full Job Description
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support complex industrial construction projects within the pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing industries. This role will oversee projects involving major piping systems, electrical infrastructure, building construction, and reactor installation while ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate has a strong background managing construction projects in highly regulated industrial environments and is experienced coordinating multidisciplinary teams through all phases of project execution.

Responsibilities

  • Manage industrial construction projects from planning and design through construction, commissioning, and project closeout
  • Lead projects involving process piping, electrical systems, structural/building construction, equipment setting, and reactor installation
  • Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans
  • Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and applicable industry regulations
  • Monitor project progress and proactively identify and mitigate risks related to schedule, scope, cost, and constructability
  • Facilitate project meetings, provide status updates, and maintain clear communication with clients and project teams
  • Review and coordinate construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
  • Support commissioning, startup, and turnover activities for process and facility systems
  • Ensure adherence to company procedures, GMP requirements, OSHA standards, and site-specific safety protocols


Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required
  • 5+ years of project management experience supporting pharmaceutical, chemical, or industrial construction projects
  • Strong background managing projects involving piping systems, electrical construction, building/facility construction, and heavy industrial equipment installation
  • Experience with reactor installation and process system integration
  • Knowledge of industrial construction practices, scheduling, budgeting, and project controls
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
  • Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
  • Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future


USh125,000 - USh175,000 a year

Salaries for all positions are based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to relevant experience, total years of experience in the industry, education, skills, and qualifications. Compensation may vary depending on the candidate's individual background and expertise. Salaries are subject to fluctuation outside of the given range. The indicated range is not a commitment and meant as a guideline. All compensation, exempt or non-exempt status, and benefits will be discussed during the interview process.

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