Construction Manager

FITS LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Customer service culture

Job summary

FITS LLC in Philadelphia is seeking an experienced professional to lead engineering and construction support for pharmaceutical facilities. This role requires overseeing site preparation, foundation, erection, equipment installation, and commissioning, ensuring schedules and budgets stay on track.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in Construction Management within pharma, strong communication, and a commitment to GMP, FDA standards, safety, and regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in life science or engineering.
• 10+ years experience in pharmaceutical construction management.
• On-site, administrative shift as needed, with strong communication.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules with critical path analysis.
• Oversee construction activities including site prep, foundation, erection, and commissioning.
• Monitor progress and mitigate delays or cost overruns proactively.
• Manage budgets covering procurement, labor, materials, and subcontractors.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors and vendors for seamless execution.
• Ensure GMP, FDA and safety regulation compliance through quality control and audits.

Skills

Construction Management

GMP & FDA knowledge

Project scheduling

Budgeting & cost control

Negotiation & vendor management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science or Engineering

Job description

For Engineering and Construction support

WHAT MAKES YOU A FIT:

The Technical Part:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Life Science or Engineering and over ten (10+) years of exposure in track Construction Managementwithin the Pharmaceutical industry.
• Shift: Administrative and according to business needs.
• Strong verbal, technical writing, and interpersonal skills are required—h igh energy, self-starter, highly motivated, positive attitude.
• Availability: Fully On-Site
• Experience in:
  • GMP manufacturing facilities and FDA standards.
  • Negotiation and communication skills.
  • Managing complex construction projects, including budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.

The Personality Part:

• Our Next Piece is someone who treats everyone they meet like family, especially our resources, clients, and team members. In other words, being a customer service pro is one of your (many) talents. Being the Piece means you're full of bright ideas and eager to innovate, always bringing top-quality results to the table. Are you ready to take on this new challenge?

AS A PIECE OF FITS, YOU WILL: (The day-to-day on the job)

• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, including critical path analysis and risk management plans.
• Oversee all construction activities, including site preparation, foundation work, building erection, equipment installation, and commissioning.
• Monitor project progress, proactively identifying and mitigating potential delays or cost overruns.
• Manage project budgets, including procurement, labor, materials, and subcontractor expenses.
• Coordinate with architects, engineers, subcontractors, and vendors to ensure seamless project execution.
• Implement and maintain a robust quality control program, ensuring adherence to GMP, FDA, and other relevant regulations.
• Conduct regular inspections and audits to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Ensure compliance with all safety regulations, including OSHA standards.
• Negotiate contracts with subcontractors and vendors.
• Effectively communicate project status, risks, and issues to all stakeholders.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, contractors, and regulatory agencies.
• Maintain all necessary project documentation.
• Promote a safe and productive work environment.
• Ensure compliance with all environmental regulations.

BEING A FITS PIECE COMES WITH PERKS:

• One of these is the excellent, unmatched, never-before-seen customer service of our team (trust us, you’ll be amazed). However, that’s not all we have to offer. Talk with us to find out!

WHO WE ARE:

We are a service provider companythat is different from the rest. We pride ourselves in how we treat the most important piece of our company's puzzle: you! We integrate Engineering, Construction, Maintenance, Utilities, and Specialized Technical services across the Island (and in the US as well!). Our company is flexible, family-oriented, and focused on the well‑being of our resources while providing our pharmaceutical, medical device, and manufacturing industryclients with top‑notch quality talent. We're FITS!