Biopharma Construction Lead: Schedule, Safety & Quality

Katalyst CRO; Portsmouth (NH); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Lonza is seeking a Construction Manager to lead all construction activities for the ECPC project, acting as the primary liaison between Lonza and the General Contractor. You will ensure communication, enforce EHS and cGMP standards, and drive schedule, risk, and quality commitments from kickoff through completion.

You will oversee field execution, monitor milestones, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to maintain momentum, safety, and regulatory compliance on site.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Certifications in EHS, cGMP, or Project Management (e.g., PMP) are advantageous.
• 812 years of experience in construction management, preferably in industrial, pharmaceutical, biotech, or manufacturing environments.
• Strong experience working with General Contractors and managing field execution.
• Proven track record of delivering complex construction projects on time and within scope.
• Experience enforcing EHS and cGMP compliance in construction settings.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams, manage risks, and coordinate with crossfunctional stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of scheduling tools, constructability reviews, and contractor schedule verification.

Responsibilities

• Serve as main liaison between Lonza and the GC's superintendent.
• Ensure smooth, timely communication across Lonza teams and construction field personnel.
• Facilitate collaboration, information flow, and issue resolution across all construction stakeholders.
• Supervise daytoday construction activities to ensure alignment with project goals and specifications.
• Monitor construction progress, track milestones, and manage critical paths to maintain schedule integrity.
• Resolve construction issues in coordination with the GC's superintendent to maintain momentum and quality.
• Prepare and distribute regular construction updates, reports, and dashboards highlighting progress, risks, and opportunities.
• Enforce strict adherence to Environment, Health & Safety (EHS) standards and cGMP requirements.
• Conduct routine site inspections and GEMBA safety walks with the safety team.
• Identify hazards, implement corrective actions, and promote a strong safety culture across the site.
• Implement and maintain quality control processes to ensure construction meets design and regulatory standards.
• Conduct regular inspections and quality assurance checks to verify workmanship and compliance.
• Lead and guide the construction team, promoting collaboration, accountability, and high performance.
• Support a productive work environment aligned with project objectives and safety expectations.
• Lead Risk Assessments at major project milestones and develop mitigation strategies.
• Lead Constructability Design Reviews to ensure designs are practical and executable.
• Define responsibilities, approval limits, and escalation paths for construction deliverables.
• Identify projectspecific risks and support evaluation of cost and schedule impacts.
• Participate in periodic risk reviews and act as risk owner for assigned risks.
• Provide input to the Overall Master Schedule, including baseline updates and reporting.
• Review and verify contractor schedules to ensure accuracy and feasibility.
• Monitor construction milestones and coordinate adjustments to maintain schedule commitments.

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field

Job description

Lonza is seeking a Construction Manager to lead all construction activities for the ECPC project, acting as the primary liaison between Lonza and the General Contractor. You will ensure communication, enforce EHS and cGMP standards, and drive schedule, risk, and quality commitments from kickoff through completion.

You will oversee field execution, monitor milestones, and coordinate with cross-functional teams to maintain momentum, safety, and regulatory compliance on site.