Senior Construction Manager - Project Farma

PerkinElmer; United States; Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

PerkinElmer is seeking a Senior Construction Manager for its Project Farma division, responsible for overseeing high-quality life-sciences projects. This full-time position requires extensive mechanical maintenance experience in regulated environments and offers opportunities for leadership and team development.

Ideal candidates will demonstrate strong troubleshooting skills and a commitment to compliance with industry standards. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States and are expected to travel significantly for project needs.

Qualifications

• 7–13 years of experience in mechanical maintenance within pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.
• Experience leading teams, projects, vendors, or technical workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance activities in compliance with cGMPs and SOPs.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of technical professionals to deliver high-quality work.

Skills

Mechanical maintenance

Troubleshooting

Leadership

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

Technical diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent

Tools

PLCs

Basic hand tools

Power tools

Job description

Job Title

Senior Construction Manager - Project Farma

Location(s)

Columbus, OH; Customer Site - IL; Customer Site - IN; Customer Site - OH; Indianapolis, IN

Role Summary

This is a full‑time salaried position with Project Farma, a PerkinElmer company. The successful candidate will reside in one of Project Farma's primary markets and be willing to travel domestically to meet client project requests. Project Farma’s purpose is to improve patient lives by accelerating the delivery of life‑changing therapies. The role supports high‑quality life‑sciences projects across the full project lifecycle and contributes to organizational success by supporting financial performance, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform maintenance activities in compliance with cGMPs and SOPs.
• Assemble, disassemble, install, repair, and replace components for pharmaceutical‑grade machinery and cleanroom equipment.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and PLC‑controlled systems.
• Maintain accurate documentation, including maintenance and calibration records per cGMP standards.
• Inspect equipment for wear, irregularities, and potential failures.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams (Quality, Engineering, Production) to ensure equipment reliability and compliance.
• Execute scheduled PMs and update CMMS in a timely and accurate manner.
• Maintain tools and workspaces in accordance with cGMP housekeeping standards.
• Adhere to OSHA and site‑specific safety protocols.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and equipment reliability programs.
• Support audits and inspections by regulatory bodies and internal quality teams.
• Lead, coach, and develop a team of technical professionals to deliver high‑quality work aligned with project, client, and business objectives.
• Provide day‑to‑day people leadership, including onboarding, training, mentorship, and ongoing skills development.
• Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback, coaching, and guidance to support individual growth and accountability.
• Other duties as assigned.

Attributes for Success

• Technical Delivery: Applies advanced technical knowledge and professional expertise.
• Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Seeks better ways, adapts to change, and champions new ideas.
• Customer Focus & Professionalism: Represents PF with consistent professionalism, appropriate escalation, and respect for internal stakeholders, even during high‑stress delivery situations.
• Integrity & Humility: Demonstrates consistency, respect, and ethical conduct in all interactions.
• Collaboration & Communication: Works effectively across teams and maintains open communication.
• Project Execution: Delivers reliably, manages priorities, and drives high‑quality outcomes.
• Growth Mindset: Shows openness to new ideas, feedback, and change.

Experience & Qualifications

• 7–13 years of experience in mechanical maintenance within pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environments.
• Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.
• Familiarity with demands of performing maintenance activities in a cGMP environment.
• Ability to interpret technical documentation and engineering drawings.
• Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
• Comfortable working in confined spaces, heights, and around chemicals.
• Experience using basic hand tools, power tools, and meters (DVM, Amp, Ohm).
• Experience leading teams, projects, vendors, or technical workstreams.
• Technical diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• Proficiency in troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and automated systems.
• Skilled in using lathes, mills, grinders, and precision instruments.
• Preferred certifications: First Aid or CPR; familiarity with ISO standards, FDA audit processes; experience supporting equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ); experience with aseptic processing, HVAC systems, and utility maintenance.

Travel

Willingness to travel as required for client project assignments.

Legal Required EEO Statement

Project Farma is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Other Information

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs.

Compensation

The annual compensation range for this full‑time position is $140,000 to $170,000. The final base pay offered will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, and individual qualifications, such as job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.