Project Manager

PACIV; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

PACIV is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major construction package for a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. You will manage safety, cost, schedule, quality and contractor performance while coordinating with design, construction and equipment teams to ensure successful project execution and turnover.

Key actions include managing scope, budget, contracts, risks and change control; guiding contractor execution from mobilization through turnover; coordinating with C&Q

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field is required.
• 15+ years of capital project experience, with at least 7 years in pharma/biotech facility construction.
• Experience managing large-scale projects ($100M+).
• PMP certification and OSHA 30 preferred.
• English required; Spanish strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead an assigned construction package including scope, budget, schedule, contracts, and risks.
• Oversee contractor execution from mobilization through mechanical completion and turnover.
• Coordinate with design, construction, and equipment teams to resolve RFIs and design changes.
• Monitor contractor performance to ensure safety, schedule, and quality standards.
• Support GMP-compliant construction practices and minimize rework on critical systems.
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with HSE requirements.
• Manage change control, contractor claims, and monthly cost/schedule reporting.
• Coordinate system turnover activities with C&Q teams.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Owner's Representative experience

Cross-functional coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Construction Engineering, or related field

Job description

PACIV, a global leader in industrial automation solutions servicing the Life Sciences sector, is seeking a Project Manager to lead the delivery of a major construction package for a pharmaceutical manufacturing facility. This role is responsible for managing safety, cost, schedule, quality, and contractor performance while coordinating with design, construction, and equipment teams to ensure successful project execution and turnover.

Position Responsibilities / Essential Functions:

• Manage an assigned construction package, including scope, budget, schedule, contracts, and project risks
• Lead contractor execution from mobilization through mechanical completion and system turnover
• Coordinate with design, construction, and equipment teams to resolve RFIs, design changes, and field issues
• Monitor contractor performance and ensure work is completed safely, on schedule, and to quality standards
• Support GMP-compliant construction practices and minimize rework on critical systems
• Promote a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with project HSE requirements
• Manage project change control, contractor claims, and monthly cost and schedule reporting
• Coordinate system turnover activities with Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) teams
• Collaborate with other Project Managers and stakeholders to ensure seamless project execution

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, Construction Engineering, or a related field
• 15+ years of capital project experience, including at least 7 years managing pharmaceutical or biotechnology facility construction projects
• Experience managing large-scale construction projects ($100M+ preferred)
• Experience with cleanroom, GMP, or pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities
• Strong contractor management, change management, and project controls experience
• PMP certification and OSHA 30 certification preferred
• English required; Spanish strongly preferred

Desired Skills:

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience serving as an Owner's Representative on large capital projects
• Ability to manage multiple contractors and cross-functional project teams
• Knowledge of GMP regulations and pharmaceutical construction standards
• Experience in one or more of the following disciplines:
  • Civil, Structural, and Architectural (CSA)
  • Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) Fit-Out
  • Process and Clean Utilities
• Strong problem-solving, planning, and organizational skills with the ability to deliver projects safely, on time, and within budget