Site Integration Project Manager

PACIV; San Juan (PR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

PACIV seeks a Site Integration Project Manager to lead planning and execution of projects that connect new facilities to existing pharmaceutical operations, with focus on minimizing GMP disruption.

Responsibilities include managing utility tie-ins, facility modifications, scope, budget, schedule, and contractor performance, while coordinating with Operations to plan shutdowns and change control activities, and ensuring safe execution and GMP compliance with minimal impact on ongoing production.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of capital project experience, including at least 5 years managing brownfield or utility tie-in projects in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or chemical manufacturing facilities.
• Experience working in operating GMP manufacturing environments.
• Strong knowledge of GMP change control and Management of Change (MOC) processes.
• English required; Spanish strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a portfolio of site integration and utility tie-in projects from planning through turnover.
• Coordinate project scope, budget, schedule, contractor performance, and project risks.
• Partner with Operations to plan shutdowns, production impacts, and change control activities.
• Coordinate utility tie-ins and modifications with engineering, construction, and operations teams.
• Lead contractor activities in operating facilities, including site access, training, GMP requirements, and restricted area compliance.
• Promote safe execution and ensure compliance with GMP, HSE, and MOC requirements.
• Monitor project progress, costs, schedules, and risks, providing regular updates to project stakeholders.
• Ensure successful project completion with minimal disruption to plant operations.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional coordination

Project controls

Planning

Problem-solving

GMP compliance

Construction safety

Operations coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil Engineering, Construction Management

Job description

PACIV, a global leader in industrial automation solutions servicing the Life Sciences sector, is seeking a Site Integration Project Manager to lead the planning and execution of projects that connect new facilities to existing pharmaceutical manufacturing operations. This role is responsible for managing utility tie-ins, modifications to existing facilities, and other site integration projects while minimizing impacts to ongoing GMP production.

Position Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Manage a portfolio of site integration and utility tie-in projects from planning through turnover
• Coordinate project scope, budget, schedule, contractor performance, and project risks
• Partner with Operations to plan shutdowns, production impacts, and change control activities
• Coordinate utility tie-ins and modifications with engineering, construction, and operations teams
• Lead contractor activities in operating facilities, including site access, training, GMP requirements, and restricted area compliance
• Promote safe execution and ensure compliance with GMP, HSE, and Management of Change (MOC) requirements
• Monitor project progress, costs, schedules, and risks, providing regular updates to project stakeholders
• Ensure successful project completion with minimal disruption to plant operations

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field
• 12+ years of capital project experience, including at least 5 years managing brownfield or utility tie-in projects in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or chemical manufacturing facilities
• Experience working in operating GMP manufacturing environments
• Strong knowledge of GMP change control and Management of Change (MOC) processes
• Proven experience delivering projects without disrupting ongoing plant operations
• English required; Spanish strongly preferred

Desired Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Experience serving as an Owner's Representative on pharmaceutical capital projects
• Ability to coordinate cross-functional teams, contractors, and operations personnel
• Knowledge of utility systems, facility modifications, and brownfield construction practices
• Strong understanding of construction safety, GMP compliance, and project controls
• Excellent planning, organization, and problem-solving skills in active manufacturing environments