Owner's Representative - GMP Biotech Plant Construction Lead

Aequor Information Technologies Pvt. Ltd.; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Aequor Information Technologies Pvt. Ltd. in Durham, NC, is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead a major expansion project within a regulated biopharma manufacturing environment.

You will act as the owner's on-site representative, overseeing contractor activities and driving cost, schedule, and quality outcomes. The role emphasizes constructability, risk mitigation, and strong collaboration with engineering, validation, and operations teams to deliver the project safely and on

Qualifications

• 15+ years in Construction Management/Project Management for industrial or life-sciences facilities.
• High School Diploma required; additional technical education preferred.
• Experience as Owner's Representative on complex construction projects.
• Proven ability to manage cost, schedule, quality and change.
• Experience in GMP-regulated pharma/biotech environments.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the on-site owner's representative, overseeing contractor activities and ensuring cost, schedule, quality, and safety objectives.
• Participate in design reviews to identify constructability issues and scope gaps.
• Monitor baselines and look-ahead schedules, driving recovery plans to meet milestones.
• Optimize construction execution strategies, sequencing, logistics, coordination, and productivity.
• Oversee field quality activities ensuring GMP compliance and coordination with QA/Validation/Commissioning.
• Review design packages and bid documents for clarity and constructability.
• Proactively manage changes, claims, and commercial risks while protecting owner interests.
• Prepare executive reports on project status, risks, and savings opportunities.
• Foster collaboration across engineering, construction, commissioning, validation, and operations.

Skills

Owner's Representative

Leadership

Negotiation

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Aequor Information Technologies Pvt. Ltd. in Durham, NC, is seeking an experienced Construction Manager to lead a major expansion project within a regulated biopharma manufacturing environment.

You will act as the owner's on-site representative, overseeing contractor activities and driving cost, schedule, and quality outcomes. The role emphasizes constructability, risk mitigation, and strong collaboration with engineering, validation, and operations teams to deliver the project safely and on