Senior Project Manager

The Fordy Group; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fordy Group seeks a Senior Project Manager in Minneapolis, United States to oversee technical projects in advanced manufacturing sectors. Candidates should have at least a four-year degree in Engineering or Construction Management and a decade of experience managing complex projects. Responsibilities include leading project teams, mentoring staff, and ensuring client satisfaction. Ideal candidates will have strong MEP systems knowledge and a background in cleanroom environments and regulatory requirements, emphasizing safety and quality in project delivery.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience managing complex projects in Technology, Life Sciences, or advanced manufacturing.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and their integration with manufacturing processes.
• Proven ability to manage highly technical projects with multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead highly technical projects within advanced manufacturing and healthcare.
• Mentor project management staff to ensure career progression.
• Deliver projects on schedule while managing financials.

Skills

Engineering or Construction Management

Project Management

Cleanroom Construction

Strong Communication

Detail-oriented

Self-starter

Education

Four-year degree in Engineering or Construction Management

Job description

The Senior Project Manager will lead highly technical projects within advanced manufacturing, healthcare, semiconductor, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medtech, and cleanroom environments. This role is responsible for delivering complex, process-driven facilities that integrate sophisticated mechanical, electrical, plumbing (MEP), and automation/control systems.

This position is uniquely suited for candidates with strong engineering or owner-side experience who understand client manufacturing processes, critical environments, and regulatory requirements. The Sr. PM serves as a strategic partner to clients, ensuring that facility design and construction align with operational performance, process reliability, and long-term scalability.

• Leading by example
• Embracing and leading a strong culture for safety on our projects
• Management of large Technology/Life Science projects and/or small project teams
• Guiding and mentoring project management staff to ensure these individuals are trained for the next level in their career
• Fostering and building relationships with owners, design partners, subcontractors and suppliers
• Successful management of project financials, delivery on schedule, and high quality projects.
• Delivering full client satisfaction
• Championing company initiatives

Qualifications

• Four-year degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related) or Construction Management with strong technical background.
• 10+ years of experience managing complex projects in Technology, Life Sciences, or advanced manufacturing sectors
• Demonstrated experience with cleanroom construction, process systems, and critical environments
• Strong understanding of MEP systems, controls, and their integration with manufacturing processes
• Experience working directly with client/owner engineering or operations teams
• Proven ability to manage highly technical projects with multiple stakeholders
• Strong communication skills with ability to translate between engineering and construction teams
• Thorough and detail-oriented
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task within time constraints
• Self-starter and motivated with minimal supervision

Preferred:

• Experience on owner/client side (facility engineering, capital projects, manufacturing support)
• Familiarity with regulatory environments (FDA, GMP, ISO cleanroom standards, etc.)
• Experience with commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV)
• Background in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, biotech, or similar industries
• Lean construction experience (Last Planner System)