Pharma Construction Manager - Onsite Projects Lead

AtkinsRéalis; Guaynabo (PR); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Vision coverage

401(k) with vesting

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Atkins Réalis seeks a Construction Manager – Pharmaceutical to join our team in Guaynabo, PR. You will lead on-site construction activities, oversee subcontractors, ensure compliance with contract specs, safety standards, and schedules, and coordinate with the client to deliver start-up, construction, erection, testing, and commissioning.

The role requires a engineering degree, 7 years of experience (or 15 with an associate degree or 20 without degree), strong technical writing and

Qualifications

• B.S. or M.S. in Engineering or related field.
• Typical incumbent has 7 years of experience.
• With Associates' degree, 15 years of related experience. Without a degree, twenty (20) years of related experience required.
• Must have OSHA 10 Construction Training and hold or be able to obtain an OSHA 30 training prior to employment.
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Program and Project Managers to plan on-site activities, including resource allocation, equipment procurement, and milestone scheduling.
• Align construction targets, safety requirements, site organization, and policies with customers and external partners.
• Oversee all on-site operations from area handover to final delivery, ensuring successful execution of start-up, construction, erection, testing, and commissioning.
• Ensure compliance with contract specifications, quality standards, timelines, and safety protocols.
• Represent the project on-site, fostering strong relationships with clients, local authorities, suppliers, and financial institutions to support field operations.
• Supervise the handling, storage, and installation of equipment delivered by external providers and suppliers.
• Manage subcontractor performance to ensure alignment with project quality, safety, and schedule expectations.
• Coordinate logistics for on-site storage and timely delivery of materials.
• Implement and enforce a comprehensive HSE plan in line with company standards.
• Ensure all personnel are trained in HSE policies and empowered to prioritize safety.
• Hold authority to halt activities in the event of OHS violations.

Skills

Technical writing

Communication skills

On-site management

Team leadership

HSE compliance

Bilingual Spanish/English

Education

B.S./M.S. in Engineering

P.E. desirable

Tools

P6

Construction PMIS

Microsoft Office

Job description

Atkins Réalis seeks a Construction Manager – Pharmaceutical to join our team in Guaynabo, PR. You will lead on-site construction activities, oversee subcontractors, ensure compliance with contract specs, safety standards, and schedules, and coordinate with the client to deliver start-up, construction, erection, testing, and commissioning.

The role requires a engineering degree, 7 years of experience (or 15 with an associate degree or 20 without degree), strong technical writing and