Project Manager – Capital Projects (CAPEX)

Techengpr; United States; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Techengpr is seeking a Project Manager for Capital Projects (CAPEX) in the United States. The ideal candidate will lead projects from design through startup, ensuring they are completed safely, on time, and within budget while complying with GMP standards.

Qualified candidates should possess a Bachelor’s degree in Engineering and 5+ years of experience in project management within pharmaceutical or regulated industries. Additional qualifications include strong communication skills and proficiency with project management tools.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of Project Management experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or GMP-regulated industries.
• Experience with construction, commissioning, and startup activities.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead CAPEX projects from design to startup.
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, and execution activities.
• Coordinate contractors and field activities.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Proficiency with MS Project

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field

Tools

MS Project

Job description

Project Manager – Capital Projects (CAPEX)

The ideal candidate will be hands‑on and capable of executing projects from concept through startup with minimal ramp‑up time.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead CAPEX projects from:
  • Design & engineering
  • Construction & installation
  • Commissioning & startup
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, and execution activities
• Coordinate contractors and field activities
• Review and define:
  • URS
  • Equipment specifications
  • Layouts and process flows
• Support vendor evaluations and technical selections
• Collaborate with Engineering, Manufacturing, Facilities, Quality, and Validation teams
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with GMP standards

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of Project Management experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, medical device, or GMP-regulated industries
• Experience with construction, commissioning, and startup activitiesProficiency with MS Project or equivalent tools
• Strong leadership and communication skills

Preferred

• PMP Certification
• GMP and validation knowledge
• On‑site pharmaceutical manufacturing environment