Senior Project Manager - Pharmaceutical Facilities

SSOE; Huntsville (AL); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work schedule

Competitive salary $130k-$150k/year

Ownership opportunities

Job summary

SSOE is seeking a Senior Project Manager with pharmaceutical facilities experience to join our Industrial Facilities Design team in a hybrid role. You will coordinate multi-discipline efforts, manage scope, schedule, and budget, and interface with clients, regulatory bodies, and internal teams to deliver high-performance facilities.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in industrial facilities design with 5+ years leading pharma projects, PMP preferred, and strong leadership and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.
• PMP Registration strongly preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in the industrial facilities design industry AND 5+ years experience managing pharmaceutical facilities design projects.
• Managing the design of major capital industrial projects within an engineering or architecture consulting firm.
• Advanced working knowledge of contract management, pre-design, pre-construction, renovations, demolition, new construction, building systems/components, technology, and construction administration.
• Experience with various disciplines, trades, and systems related to complex industrial facilities, with an emphasis on full project delivery.
• Experience in the execution of multi-office projects with remote teams.
• Strong people leadership skills, along with building and maintaining client relationships.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and industry standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in client-facing roles and business development.
• Ability to travel to project locations for short-term visits to client sites.
• Valid driver’s license and passport for potential project-related international travel.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates multi-discipline major projects, overseeing all discipline job captains assigned to project.
• Directly accountable for adherence to timetable and financial success of assigned project.
• Responsible for preparation of fee proposal and contract negotiations with client with input from PIC.
• Establishes project scope of work in coordination with Discipline Captains and Department Managers including: planning of work, design concepts/design direction, determining discipline type and amount of tasks to be performed, communicates to DM staff capabilities to fit specific project needs.
• Prepares the plan, establishes control procedures, monitors progress, and takes corrective action as may be required.
• Prepares project budget and work schedule to serve as a "measuring stick" of progress.
• Develops budget for "out-of-pocket" expenses.
• Follows established procedures to effectively administer project (i.e., construction cost estimating, correspondence, document control, etc.).
• Contracts for outside consultants/services as needed.
• Interfaces with political subdivision inspection and regulatory agencies.
• Communicates client requirements to each discipline.
• Coordinates meetings and establishes all paper flow and document control with client, contractors, regulatory agencies and others involved.
• Monitors progress of project, reviews work accomplished and monitors construction budget costs.
• Reviews and approves client billings.
• Performs a prime role in client contact and business development activities. Serves as a lead participant in presentations for new or prospective work.
• Responsible for the collection of past due amounts with assistance from the PIC or accounting as needed.
• May assist in the training or mentoring of other Project Managers to familiarize them with SSOE or the client specific requirements.
• Follows established change management procedures to document and receive authorization for project change orders in a timely manner.
• May travel to other SSOE facilities and/or client locations for coordination purposes or to provide training.
• Travel required.
• Valid driver’s license required. May be waived for international assignments.

Skills

People leadership

Communication

Client-facing

Business development

Travel ability

PMP certification

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Pharmaceutical Facilities

Job Locations: US-OH-Columbus | US-OH-Toledo | US-AL-Huntsville | US-AL-Birmingham | US-TN-Nashville

Job ID: 2026-3822

Category: Engineering

Type: Full Time

Overview

SSOE is seeking a Senior Project Manager with pharmaceutical facilities experience to join our Industrial Facilities Design team. The ideal person will have senior-level experience in the pharmaceutical facilities design space and will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of high-performance manufacturing facilities. In this role, you will work closely with an exceptional and fully integrated staff of in-house engineering and architecture teams to ensure that these critical projects meet and exceed industry standards from scope development to commissioning and start-up. SSOE brings decades of experience in power-intensive, high-tech, and mission-critical environments throughout North America, making us an excellent choice for your next career move.

Why Join SSOE and Elevate Your Career?

At SSOE, you'll work with amazing colleagues and be part of something big! We've consistently been named a Great Place to Work and are experiencing the most successful years in our history. Along with industry-leading salary compensation, you'll be eligible to purchase shares in the company.

What We Offer:

• A hybrid work schedule option for this role, providing you with the flexibility to achieve work-life balance while excelling in your career. May be eligible for a fully remote work schedule per company policy.
• Competitive Salary: $130k - $150k / year depending on location, education, experience, and certifications.
• Bonus and Incentives: Eligibility for our annual target bonus/incentive program based on company and individual performance and goals.
• Ownership Opportunities: As an employee-owned firm, we offer ownership opportunities to all employees at the associate level and above. This senior associate-level role will allow you to become a shareholder of SSOE.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, 401K retirement savings plan (with company matching), professional development and training, generous PTO, and paid holidays.

Additional Perks:

• Continuous Learning: Embrace a culture of perpetual learning where curiosity is celebrated, innovative ideas are welcomed, and your career growth aspirations are fully supported.
• Career Stability: A diversity of market sectors, project types, and geographic locations that help insulate your career from economic ups and downs.
• Career Advancement: Embark on a structured career journey with abundant opportunities for growth and advancement.
• Holistic Compensation: A holistic approach to compensation and benefits that supports your physical and mental health, encourages work-life balance, and empowers your career advancement and financial success.

AI and Innovation

At SSOE, we don't just talk about the future, we build it. As a leader in industry AI adoption, we empower our team to work smarter by providing responsible access to the industry leading AI Large Language Models, vibe-coding platforms, and securely integrating advanced tools into every role. From day one, you'll receive the training and support needed to leverage AI as a core tool for enhancing productivity, sparking creativity, and streamlining complex workflows.

Responsibilities

The following duties are typical of the position, but are not all encompassing. Responsibilities include those required to deliver quality service on schedule and within budget in a team environment.

• Coordinates multi-discipline major projects, overseeing all discipline job captains assigned to project.
• Directly accountable for adherence to timetable and financial success of assigned project.
• Responsible for preparation of fee proposal and contract negotiations with client with input from PIC.
• Establishes project scope of work in coordination with Discipline Captains and Department Managers including: planning of work, design concepts/design direction, determining discipline type and amount of tasks to be performed, communicates to DM staff capabilities to fit specific project needs.
• Prepares the plan, establishes control procedures, monitors progress, and takes corrective action as may be required.
• Prepares project budget and work schedule to serve as a "measuring stick" of progress.
• Develops budget for "out-of-pocket" expenses.
• Follows established procedures to effectively administer project (i.e., construction cost estimating, correspondence, document control, etc.).
• Contracts for outside consultants/services as needed.
• Interfaces with political subdivision inspection and regulatory agencies.
• Communicates client requirements to each discipline.
• Coordinates meetings and establishes all paper flow and document control with client, contractors, regulatory agencies and others involved.
• Monitors progress of project, reviews work accomplished and monitors construction budget costs.
• Reviews and approves client billings.
• Performs a prime role in client contact and business development activities. Serves as a lead participant in presentations for new or prospective work.
• Responsible for the collection of past due amounts with assistance from the PIC or accounting as needed.
• May assist in the training or mentoring of other Project Managers to familiarize them with SSOE or the client specific requirements.
• Follows established change management procedures to document and receive authorization for project change orders in a timely manner.
• May travel to other SSOE facilities and/or client locations for coordination purposes or to provide training.
• Travel required.
• Valid driver's license required. May be waived for international assignments.

Qualifications

Qualifications You'll Need on Day One:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Project Management, Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture.
• PMP Registration strongly preferred.
• At least 10 years of experience in the industrial facilities design industry AND 5+ years experience managing pharmaceutical facilities design projects.
• Managing the design of major capital industrial projects within an engineering or architecture consulting firm.
• Advanced working knowledge of contract management, pre-design, pre-construction, renovations, demolition, new construction, building systems/components, technology, and construction administration.
• Experience with various disciplines, trades, and systems related to complex industrial facilities, with an emphasis on full project delivery.
• Experience in the execution of multi-office projects with remote teams.
• Strong people leadership skills, along with building and maintaining client relationships.
• Strong understanding of engineering principles and industry standards.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience in client-facing roles and business development.
• Ability to travel to project locations for short-term visits to client sites.
• Valid driver's license and passport for potential project-related international travel.