Sr. Project Manager (Pharma)

CHA Consulting, Inc.; Center Square (PA); On-site; USD 160,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Sr. Project Manager (Pharma) to lead delivery of pharmaceutical and manufacturing facility projects across multiple locations including Philadelphia, Blue Bell, Charlotte, Houston, Indianapolis, and Stanley.

The role focuses on scope, schedule, budget, risk, and portfolio leadership. You will act as a seller/doer, developing client partnerships, identifying opportunities, preparing proposals, and ensuring quality and on-time execution while mentoring other

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, science, planning, engineering management, or related field is required.
• 11+ years of industry experience; at least 8 years in project management.
• Experience with design-build/EPC delivery or FEL/stage-gate processes is highly preferred.
• Proven ability to prepare proposals, schedules, budgets, and closeout documentation.
• Strong client relationship management and ability to interpret contract requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of pharma and manufacturing facility projects from FEL through closeout.
• Develop client partnerships and identify opportunities within manufacturing and life sciences markets.
• Oversee development of proposals, plans, schedules, cost controls, submittals, and closeout materials across projects.
• Lead and mentor other Project Managers and support professional growth.
• Interpret client contracts and manage relationships during FEL/stage-gate processes.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, science, planning, engineering management, or related field

Tools

MS Project

Primavera P6

Deltek Vision

Job description

Sr. Project Manager (Pharma)

Location: US-PA-Philadelphia | US-NC-Charlotte | US-TX-Houston | US-PA-Blue Bell | US-NC-Stanley | US-IN-Indianapolis

What You’ll Do

• Lead the delivery of pharmaceutical and manufacturing facility projects, managing scope, schedule, project financials, budget, and risk from FEL through construction closeout
• Serve as a \"seller/doer,\" developing trusted client partnerships, identifying new opportunities within manufacturing and life sciences markets, and supporting marketing plan development for target market areas
• Oversee the development of proposals, project plans, schedules, cost controls, change management documentation, submittals, and closeout materials across multiple projects to ensure quality, compliance, and on time execution
• Lead and mentor other Project Managers, supporting professional growth across the team
• Play a key role in client contract interpretation and relationship management, ensuring all client needs are met across the FEL/stage-gate process

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, architecture, science, planning, engineering management, or related field required
• Minimum of 11 years of industry experience required; minimum of 8 years of project management experience required
• Experience with design-build/EPC project delivery, or FEL/stage-gate processes is highly preferred
• Proven ability to prepare proposals, schedules, budgets, and closeout documentation
• Strong background in client relationship management and interpreting client contract requirements
• Ability to manage multiple projects with strong judgment and problem-solving skills
• Strong experience with project accounting processes and financial oversight
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required; familiarity with MS Project, Primavera P6, or Deltek Vision preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with proven collaboration experience
• Ability to travel as needed
• PMP certification, or equivalent professional license preferred

Why You’ll Love It Here

• Lead high visibility pharmaceutical and manufacturing projects that support innovation, operational excellence, and highly regulated environments
• Influence project strategy, client outcomes, and business growth within a nationally recognized manufacturing and life sciences practice
• Grow your leadership impact by mentoring teams and shaping project delivery approaches
• Be part of a collaborative, people first culture that values expertise, accountability, and continuous improvement

Curious about the impactful work our Manufacturing team is doing? Explore how we help clients maintain operational efficiency and compliance at: chasolutions.com/solutions/manufacturing-advanced-technology-facilities/.

Salary Range

$160,000 - $170,000

Salary is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, training, and fair market evaluation based on industry standards.

Culture/EEO Statement

At CHA, we work every day to create solutions, help people, and improve our world, committed to creating and fostering excellence in our diverse and highly talented teams. Our teams continually strive to find better ways - always searching, never settling - to achieve extraordinary results. Our values around hiring, training, and community engagement reflect a company culture that is inclusive and forward leaning, always pushing the limits of what is possible.

We as an organization celebrate the values of inclusion and equality, and advocate for the full participation of all people in an environment free of discrimination. To support these values, we invite all qualified applicants to be considered for employment regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.