Project Engineer - Electrical - QC/W

Exyte; Kankakee (IL); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Exyte US, Inc. seeks a proactive Project Engineer - Electrical - QC/W to support construction activities on a GMP compliant pharma project.

You will assist the Construction Manager, coordinate scheduling and resources, and manage documentation and QA/QC to meet safety and quality standards. The role requires 3–5 years in construction, preferably in biopharma, with familiarity in GMP facilities and construction software.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience in construction, preferably in biopharma & life sciences, cleanroom, or high-level containment facilities.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project).

Responsibilities

• Support the Construction Manager in overseeing daily construction operations and subcontractor activities.
• Coordinate scheduling, logistics, and resource allocation to maintain project timelines.
• Assist in managing documentation including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and progress reports.
• Monitor quality assurance and control processes to ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols and participate in safety audits and toolbox talks.
• Track material deliveries and coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely availability of resources.
• Facilitate communication between field teams, contractors, and project managers.
• Identify and elevate issues that may impact project timelines or quality, and assist in developing solutions.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Understanding of drawings

Education

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

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

MS Project

Job description

Discover your exciting role

We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Project Engineer - Electrical - QC/W to support and coordinate construction activities on a complex multi-building GMP compliant pharma project. This role involves assisting the construction management team in planning, execution, and oversight of daily operations to ensure project milestones are met safely, on time, and within budget.

Explore your tasks and responsibilities

• Support the Construction Manager in overseeing daily construction operations and subcontractor activities.
• Coordinate scheduling, logistics, and resource allocation to maintain project timelines.
• Assist in managing documentation including RFIs, submittals, meeting minutes, and progress reports.
• Monitor quality assurance and control processes to ensure compliance with design specifications.
• Promote and enforce safety protocols and participate in safety audits and toolbox talks.
• Track material deliveries and coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely availability of resources.
• Facilitate communication between field teams, contractors, and project managers.
• Identify and elevate issues that may impact project timelines or quality, and assist in developing solutions.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Show your expertise

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3–5 years of experience in construction, preferable in biopharma & life sciences, cleanroom, or high-level containment facilities.
• Strong understanding of construction drawings, specifications, and project documentation.
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Proficiency in construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam, MS Project).

Preferred:

• OSHA 30 certification or equivalent.
• Experience working on fast-paced, large-scale and complex pharma or life sciences projects.
• Knowledge of GMP and pharmaceutical facility systems (e.g., HVAC, process piping, electrical distribution).

Exyte US, Inc. is proud to be a Equal Employment Opportunity employer that is committed to supporting an inclusive workplace where associates excel based on personal merit, qualifications, experience, ability, and job performance. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, age, sex (e.g., pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression), national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by applicable federal, state, or local laws.

Please note that we only consider applications submitted through our application portal. Applications sent via email will not be considered due to data protection regulations.

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