Construction Project Manager

True Red; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

True Red is seeking a Project Manager / HSE Lead for a major pharmaceutical construction project, initially in Lebanon, Indiana. You will coordinate day-to-day site activities with a focus on HSE, quality, and timely delivery, leading a team of 25–30 workers including millwrights and electricians.

The role combines project management, site coordination and safety leadership in a regulated project environment. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in construction, industrial or pharmaceutical projects.
• PM, Site Manager, Construction Manager, Superintendent or HSE leadership experience.
• Experience with highly regulated environments and OSHA safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate day-to-day site activities ensuring safety, quality and schedule adherence.
• Act as main link between project team, client, GC and contractors.
• Coordinate multiple trades across installation, commissioning and qualification.
• Monitor progress, site resources, manpower and scheduling.
• Lead safety culture, inspections, audits and compliance reviews.
• Oversee permit-to-work activities including LOTO, confined space and hot work.

Skills

Project management

HSE leadership

Stakeholder coordination

Regulatory compliance

Education

CHST

ASP

CSP

OSHA 500

First Aid/CPR

Job description

Project Manager / HSE Lead – Pharmaceutical Construction

Initially working on a project in Lebanon, Indiana until Feb 27 (10 days onsite, 4 from home, 2 week work pattern)

Project: Major Pharmaceutical Construction & Installation Project

We’re looking for an experienced Project Manager / HSE Lead to take a key role on a major pharmaceutical construction and installation project initially in Lebanon, Indiana.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who combines strong project/site management experience with a robust HSE background and is comfortable working in a highly regulated pharmaceutical or industrial environment.

You’ll work closely with the client, General Contractor and internal project teams, coordinating site activities across a workforce of approximately 25–30 personnel, including millwrights, welders, electricians, commissioning and qualification specialists and other trades.

The Role

You’ll play a hands-on role in coordinating day-to-day project activities while maintaining a strong focus on HSE, quality, productivity and successful project delivery.

Key responsibilities will include:

• Coordinate day-to-day site activities and ensure work progresses safely, efficiently and in accordance with project requirements.
• Act as a key point of contact between the project team, client, GC and contractors.
• Coordinate multiple trades and subcontractors across installation, commissioning and qualification activities.
• Monitor project progress, site resources, manpower and scheduling.
• Maintain a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with OSHA, client and project-specific requirements.
• Conduct site inspections, safety observations, audits and compliance reviews.
• Manage contractor and subcontractor safety performance.
• Oversee permit-to-work activities including LOTO, confined space, hot work, rigging/lifting, electrical safety and work at height.
• Lead orientations, toolbox talks, safety meetings and ongoing site training.
• Support commissioning, startup and qualification activities.
• Investigate incidents, near misses and unsafe conditions and implement corrective actions.
• Maintain project, HSE, permit and compliance documentation.
• Work closely with the client and GC to resolve site issues and keep activities moving.
• Exercise stop-work authority where unsafe conditions or practices are identified.li>
• Support environmental compliance, waste management and site housekeeping.
• Help ensure the project is delivered safely, on schedule and to the required quality standards.

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in construction, industrial, pharmaceutical, life sciences, highly regulated or similar project environments.
• Previous experience in a Project Manager, Site Manager, Construction Manager, Superintendent or HSE leadership position.
• Experience working on pharmaceutical, life sciences, semiconductor, data centre or other highly regulated/complex construction projects.
• Strong understanding of OSHA regulations and construction safety practices.
• Experience coordinating contractors, subcontractors and multiple trades.
• Familiarity with permit-to-work systems and high-risk construction activities.
• Strong organisational, communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to work directly with clients, GCs and project stakeholders.
• CHST, ASP, CSP, OSHA 500 or equivalent certification preferred.
• First Aid/CPR certification preferred.

Why Consider It?

This is a high-visibility project role offering the opportunity to take ownership of site activities on a major pharmaceutical project while working alongside experienced construction, commissioning and qualification teams.

The position would suit someone who has progressed beyond a purely safety-focused role and wants to combine project management, site coordination and HSE leadership in a technically demanding environment.

Competitive salary based on experience + comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, PTO, holidays and additional benefits.