Senior Pharma Facility Construction 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 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