Construction Manager, Pharma GMP Sites - Project Farma

PerkinElmer; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Project Farma, a PerkinElmer company, seeks a Construction Manager for Pharma GMP sites in Raleigh, NC. You will lead large-scale capital construction programs, coordinate with engineering and operations, and ensure safe, compliant delivery within a high‑priority life sciences environment.

The role requires extensive experience in pharmaceutical construction, packaging facilities, and the ability to travel domestically to meet client project requests.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or comparable technical experience.
• Minimum 10 years of engineering experience, including at least 5 years managing capital construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical construction practices and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with pharma and biologics packaging facilities, equipment and packaging line installations.
• Willingness to travel as required for client project assignments.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee construction delivery teams, including internal project stakeholders, third‑party construction management partners, and construction safety resources.
• Manage assigned construction scope to ensure safe execution, quality workmanship, and functional outcomes through hands‑on, daily oversight of field activities.
• Collaborate with on‑site engineering, design teams, system owners, and project engineering services to achieve construction milestones.
• Monitor daily field progress, proactively address site issues, and remove execution barriers.
• Review, assess, and resolve construction change notices as they arise.
• Drive schedule adherence by actively engaging field teams and leveraging site‑based tools and collaboration systems.
• Maintain a strong construction safety culture aligned with internal safety standards and expectations.
• Lead coordination of construction activities that interface with existing operations, including implementation of clean construction practices.
• Review monthly cost reports and payment applications submitted by construction management partners.
• Partner with project controls to evaluate change requests, review invoices, and support monthly reporting.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or comparable technical experience

Job description

Construction Manager, Pharma GMP Sites – Project Farma

Location: Raleigh, North Carolina, United States

Job ID: REQ-058029

The PMO - Construction Manager is a salaried, exempt position with Project Farma, a PerkinElmer company. The successful candidate will reside in the Raleigh–Triangle market and may need to travel domestically to meet client project requests.

Project Farma’s purpose is to improve patient lives by accelerating the delivery of life‑changing therapies. We accomplish this through the successful execution of high‑quality life sciences projects across the full project lifecycle. Project Farma team members collaborate with cross‑functional teams to build trusted client relationships, deliver an exceptional customer experience, and contribute to business growth by identifying opportunities and applying data‑driven insights to support project planning, cost, schedule, and performance management.

This role contributes to organizational success by supporting financial performance, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement while investing in people through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and professional development.

All team members are expected to embody Project Farma’s values by being curious, personable, and unselfish, while maintaining a strong commitment to a patient‑focused and people‑first mindset.

The PMO – Construction Manager will lead large‑scale capital investment and site master plan initiatives within an active manufacturing environment. The construction portfolio is approximately $100M in value.

Responsibilities

• Direct and oversee construction delivery teams, including internal project stakeholders, third‑party construction management partners, and construction safety resources.
• Manage assigned construction scope to ensure safe execution, quality workmanship, and functional outcomes through hands‑on, daily oversight of field activities.
• Collaborate with on‑site engineering, design teams, system owners, and project engineering services to achieve construction milestones.
• Monitor daily field progress, proactively address site issues, and remove execution barriers.
• Review, assess, and resolve construction change notices as they arise.
• Drive schedule adherence by actively engaging field teams and leveraging site‑based tools and collaboration systems.
• Maintain a strong construction safety culture aligned with internal safety standards and expectations.
• Lead coordination of construction activities that interface with existing operations, including implementation of clean construction practices.
• Review monthly cost reports and payment applications submitted by construction management partners.
• Partner with project controls to evaluate change requests, review invoices, and support monthly reporting.

Accountability & Reporting

• Provide weekly updates on construction progress, risks, and key milestones.
• Deliver monthly reporting on project financials, schedule status, and risk profile.
• Develop and maintain an integrated project schedule covering design, construction, commissioning/qualification, validation, and system turnover.
• Coordinate with external vendors, consultants, municipal authorities, and local utility providers as required.
• Ensure proper turnover of construction documentation, test records, materials, and certifications.
• Support development of SOPs, preventive maintenance schedules, and quality documentation for installed electrical assets.

Attributes for Success

• Technical Delivery: Applies advanced technical knowledge and professional expertise.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Seeks better ways, adapts to change and champions new ideas.
• Customer Focus & Professionalism: Represents PF with consistent professionalism, appropriate escalation and respect for internal stakeholders, even during high stress delivery situations.
• Integrity & Humility: Demonstrates self‑awareness and puts PF mission above ego.
• Collaboration & Communication: Communicates clearly and proactively and drives transparent alignment with clients.
• Project Execution: Delivers reliably, manages priorities and drives for high quality outcomes.
• Growth Mindset: Shows openness to new ideas, feedback and change.

Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or comparable technical experience.
• Minimum of 10 years of engineering experience, including at least 5 years managing capital construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical construction practices and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Hands‑on experience with pharma and biologics packaging facilities, equipment and packaging line installations.
• Willingness to travel as required for client project assignments.

Other Requirements

• Background in pharmaceutical manufacturing engineering across operations, maintenance, or capital project execution.
• Working knowledge of hygienic design principles, cleanroom electrical standards, and validation requirements.
• Solid understanding of the end‑to‑end project execution lifecycle.
• Experience using project management and scheduling tools, including web‑based collaboration platforms.

Project Farma is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs. We cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver’s license.