Construction Project Manager II

Ultipro; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Anova, a division of Shiel Sexton, is seeking a Construction Project Manager II to lead complex capital construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning. You will drive strategy, manage scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety while representing the Owner throughout the lifecycle.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years of PM experience in regulated or technically demanding environments and a proven ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams, resolve issues, and maintain strong Owner

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive construction project management experience.
• Experience managing large-scale capital projects from preconstruction through closeout.
• Experience in regulated or technically complex environments (pharma, healthcare, etc.).
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, codes, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of large-scale capital projects for the Owner, aligning scope, budget, and schedule.
• Establish and drive the overall execution strategy with design, procurement, and construction.
• Provide proactive oversight of performance; identify risks and lead resolutions.
• Coordinate across design teams, contractors, and stakeholders for accountability.
• Act as Owner's primary contact, driving decisions and managing expectations.
• Enforce disciplined change management, cost control, and schedule adherence.
• Deliver reporting on progress, risks, and financials to Owner and executives.
• Direct project team performance with leadership and mentorship.

Skills

Leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Quality and safety

Team leadership

Education

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

Job description

Anova, a division of Shiel Sexton, is a rapidly growing owner's representative and construction management consulting firm headquartered in Indianapolis, with project locations nationwide. We partner with clients across the pharmaceutical, life sciences, healthcare, higher education, industrial, manufacturing, and commercial sectors to successfully deliver complex capital projects. By combining deep industry expertise with proven project delivery processes, Anova provides project management, construction management, scheduling, cost controls, commissioning oversight, and owner's representative services that help clients achieve successful project outcomes.

Position Overview

The Construction Project Manager II serves as the Owner's Representative, leading the delivery of complex, large-scale capital construction projects from preconstruction through commissioning and closeout. This role is responsible for driving project strategy and execution while ensuring alignment with the Owner's objectives for scope, schedule, budget, quality, safety, and operational readiness.

This position requires significant experience managing complex capital construction projects in highly regulated or technically demanding environments . The successful candidate will have a demonstrated history of leading projects involving multiple stakeholders, design teams, contractors, and consultants, with the ability to manage risk, resolve issues, and hold project partners accountable.

The Construction Project Manager II provides oversight across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning and serves as the primary point of contact for the Owner throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex, large-scale capital construction projects on behalf of the Owner, ensuring alignment to scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
• Establish and drive the overall execution strategy, integrating design, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities.
• Provide proactive oversight of project performance; identify risks early and lead resolution to protect cost, schedule, and quality.
• Lead coordination across design teams, contractors, and stakeholders to ensure alignment and accountability.
• Act as the Owner's primary point of contact, driving decisions, managing expectations, and maintaining strong relationships.
• Enforce disciplined change management, cost control, and schedule adherence across all project partners.
• Deliver clear, decision-focused reporting on progress, risks, and financial performance to the Owner and executive stakeholders.
• Direct project team performance, providing leadership and mentorship to ensure consistent, high-quality execution.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• 10+ years of progressive construction project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing large-scale, complex capital construction projects from preconstruction through construction and closeout.
• Experience working in highly regulated or technically complex environments such as pharmaceutical, life sciences, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, industrial, chemical, or higher education.
• Experience managing projects with significant budgets, multiple contractors/trades, and complex stakeholder groups.
• Strong knowledge of construction methods, codes, and industry best practices.
• Ability to read and interpret construction documents, drawings, and specifications.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and client satisfaction.

At Anova, We Offer

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• HSA/Medical Savings with employer contribution
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) + 401(k) match
• Generous PTO and paid holidays
• Parental leave and wellness benefits
• Company-sponsored events and additional voluntary benefits

Equal Opportunity Employer
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