Facility and Construction Planner

Kindeva; Maryland Heights (MO); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Performance bonus

Benefits package

Job summary

Kindeva is seeking a Facilities and Construction Planner to coordinate facility projects, capital improvements, and maintenance services. The role requires independent prioritization, vendor management, budget monitoring, and regulatory compliance to support reliability and business continuity.

The candidate should have a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least four years of related experience, with strong organizational and communication skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required or related technical discipline, or accredited trade program.
• Minimum of four years’ experience in facilities management, construction planning, project management, or related field.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, meet deadlines, and prioritize.
• Strong organizational, planning, and coordination skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication across all levels and with vendors.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage facility maintenance, renovation, and construction project plans, schedules and priorities.
• Evaluate facility needs and propose improvements for efficiency, safety, and space utilization.
• Manage relationships with contractors, consultants, and service providers, including scope development and contract oversight.
• Monitor budgets and expenditures; advise on capital and operating cost decisions.
• Lead cross‑functional project meetings and communicate status, risks, and mitigation plans.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, GMP, and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee facility-related procedures, standards, and documentation, from planning to closeout.
• Investigate facility issues and implement corrective actions to minimize disruption.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Analytical thinking

Construction knowledge

HVAC electrical plumbing knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management / Engineering / Facilities Management

Tools

CMMS

Facility management software

Microsoft Project

Job description

Our Work Matters

At Kindeva we make products that save lives, ensuring better health and well-being for patients around the world.

The Impact You Will Make

The Facilities and Construction Planneris responsible forplanning, coordinating, and managing facility-related projects, capital improvements, and contracted maintenance services. This role exercises independent judgment in prioritizing work, developing project plans, managing vendor relationships,monitoringbudgets, and ensuring compliance with safety and regulatory requirements. The position serves as a key liaison between internal stakeholders and external service providers to support facility reliability, operational efficiency, and business continuity.

Role Responsibilities

Supervisory Responsibilities

• Develop and manage facility maintenance, renovation, and construction project plans, schedules, and priorities.
• Evaluate facility needs and recommend solutions to improve operational efficiency, safety, and spaceutilization.
• Manage relationships with contractors, consultants, and service providers, includingscopedevelopment, vendor selection, contract administration, and performance monitoring.
• Monitor project budgets, review expenditures, and provide recommendationsregardingcapital and operating expenses.
• Exercise independent judgment in balancing business priorities, project timelines, resource allocation, and operational impacts.
• Lead cross-functional project meetings and communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to stakeholders.
• Assess facility systems and infrastructure needs and recommend preventive or corrective actions.
• Ensure compliance with applicable safety, environmental, GMP, and regulatory requirements.
• Develop, revise, and implement facility-related procedures, standards, and documentation.
• Coordinate and oversee facility improvement initiatives and capital projects from planning through execution and closeout.
• Investigate facility issues and determineappropriate correctiveactions to minimize operational disruption.
• Other duties as assigned.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work in office, manufacturing, construction, and facility environments.
• Ability to sit, stand, walk, climb ladders, and navigate indoor and outdoor work areas, including uneven or slippery surfaces.
• Frequently reach, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, twist, and perform repetitive hand movements during daily activities.
• Operate hand tools, power tools, vehicles, and other equipment as required.
• Ability to lift, carry, push, and pull materials weighing up to 50 pounds, with appropriate assistance or equipment when necessary.
• Visual acuity sufficient to inspect facilities, equipment, and construction work and to read technical drawings, specifications, and written materials.
• Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Facilities Management, Architecture, Industrial Technology, a related technical discipline, or completion of an accredited trade school program.
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in facilities management, construction planning, project management, maintenance operations, or a related field; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong organizational, planning, and project coordination skills.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills with the ability to collaborate across all levels of the organization and with external vendors.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving facility-related challenges.
• Knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical infrastructure.
• Familiarity with applicable safety regulations, building codes, environmental requirements, and GMP standards.
• Experience using computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS), facility management software, or project management tools preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Excel, Word, and Project or equivalent project planning software.
• Ability to interpret blueprints, construction drawings, specifications, and technical documentation preferred.

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary + performance bonus
• Comprehensive benefits package (health, dental, vision, 401k, etc.)
• Structured mentorship and professional development programs
• Exposure to cutting-edge pharmaceutical manufacturing technologies
• Clear career progression path toward Senior Manufacturing Engineer roles
• Collaborative and supportive work culture