Project Manager

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc.; Cidra (PR); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager for Utility & Infrastructure Capital Projects. The role involves leading projects within a manufacturing environment, from planning and execution to commissioning.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor's Degree in Engineering and has at least 5 years of project management experience. Strong communication, budget management, and understanding of mechanical systems are essential. Proficiency with Microsoft tools is also required.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience supporting manufacturing, utilities, infrastructure, or capital projects.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and utility systems.
• Experience managing contractors, vendors, budgets, and project schedules.

Responsibilities

• Lead utility and infrastructure capital projects from planning through execution and startup.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and execution plans.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to achieve project milestones.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Mechanical systems understanding

Budget management

Communication skills

Proficiency in Microsoft Project

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Microsoft Project

SAP

Job description

Validation & Engineering Group, Inc. (V&EG) a Pinnaql company is a leading services supplier who provides solutions for the Pharmaceutical, Biotechnology, Chemical, Food, and Medical Devices industries in the following areas: Laboratory, Compliance, Computer, Engineering, Project Management, Validation, and other services. We are seeking a talented, dedicated individual committed to work under the highest ethics standards for the following position:

Project Manager – Utility & Infrastructure Capital Projects

Project Overview

Seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead multiple utility and infrastructure capital projects within a manufacturing environment. The selected resource will be responsible for planning, execution, contractor coordination, procurement activities, commissioning support, budget management, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful project delivery within schedule and budget expectations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead utility and infrastructure capital projects from planning through execution and startup.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, budgets, and execution plans.
• Coordinate contractors, vendors, and internal stakeholders to achieve project milestones.
• Manage RFP processes, bid evaluations, contractor selection, and procurement activities.
• Track project progress, risks, budgets, and deliverables while providing regular status updates to leadership.
• Support commissioning, startup, and Management of Change (MOC) activities.
• Coordinate FAT and SAT activities as applicable.
• Ensure compliance with safety, operational, and engineering requirements.
• Provide technical leadership and support troubleshooting efforts during project execution.
• Develop and maintain project schedules using Microsoft Project or similar project management tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of project management experience supporting manufacturing, utilities, infrastructure, or capital projects.
• Experience managing contractors, vendors, budgets, and project schedules.
• Strong understanding of mechanical and utility systems.
• Experience supporting equipment startup, commissioning, and operational readiness activities.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Microsoft Project.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Reverse Osmosis systems, boilers, utilities, wastewater treatment, or infrastructure projects.
• Experience with SAP or similar project cost management systems.
• Familiarity with FAT/SAT execution and Management of Change processes.

Validation & Engineering Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, or disability status.