Senior Construction Project Manager (Pharmaceutical)

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 10 rankings in ENR. With over 60 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!

Cumming Group is seeking an experienced and detail-oriented Senior Construction Project Manager with extensive experience in pharmaceutical production and manufacturing processes. This role leads collaboration with our clients EPCM prime contractor representative to ensure scope designs are implemented safely, functionally, and compliantly. Responsibilities include reviewing Engineering and Project documents (P&IDs, specifications, procedures, scope), bids, and driving subcontractor engagement throughout the design and installation phases. The role supports the EPCM WPO in submittal and RFIs administration, procurement, value engineering, and construction, including multi-trade coordination, performance tracking, means and method deviation approvals, and change request reviews. The Senior Project Manager (Clean Utilities) role also involves system walkdowns, construction test pack reviews, and support for turnover, shakedown, and system startup as necessary.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all Production Building construction site activities with a safety and quality approach.

• Act as the client's agent to review and approve submittals from the Design/Builder for applicable utilities and equipment designs.

• Participate in constructability reviews with site construction team.

• Review and comment on applicable detailed design and installation specifications.

• Drive progress and coordination to ensure schedule, cost and quality targets are met.

• Attend and push weekly and daily V-Planner meetings and Trade SC meetings.

• Preview the initial review of all building change orders.

• Ensure all clean utility systems are installed according to design specifications, industry standards, and regulatory requirements.

• Conduct thorough system walkdowns to verify compliance and readiness for mechanical completion.

• Coordinate with contractors, engineers, and project teams to address issues and maintain project timelines.

• Maintain accurate and comprehensive documentation of installation and inspection processes.

• Ensure systems achieve mechanical completion and are prepared for commissioning.

• Actively assist during commissioning phases to ensure clean utility systems are successfully started up and functional.

• Identify and manage risks, proactively resolving issues.

• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues during the construction and commissioning phases.

• Collaborate with QA/QC teams to meet GMP requirements.

• Promote a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement throughout the project lifecycle.

Knowledge & Skills Required:

• Strong knowledge of clean utility systems, including water systems (WFI, PW), clean steam, and clean gases.

• Familiarity with GMP standards, regulatory guidelines, and industry best practices.

• Proven ability to lead and manage construction activities within a regulated environment.

• Excellent problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills.

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, and technical specifications.

• Experience with commissioning processes and startup protocols for clean utility systems.

• Proficiency in using construction and project management tools/software.

• Hands-on experience with validation and qualification activities.

Preferred Education and Experience:

Education: BS in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field

Experience: 15 + years Project Management in the construction and commissioning of clean utility systems in pharmaceutical or biotech facilities.

Preferred Certification: CPE, CCE, CEP, PMP, Six Sigma

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Cumming Group is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunity in its personnel policies and practices. It is Cumming Groups policy to recruit, hire, train and promote Team Members and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, marital status, registered domestic partner status, genetic information, sexual preference, sexual orientation, gender (including gender expression and gender identity), pregnancy (including childbirth or related medical conditions, including breastfeeding), military service, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, physical disability, mental disability, veteran status or any other protected classification under federal, state, or local law. All such decisions are based on (1) individual merit, qualifications, and competence as they relate to the particular position, and (2) promotion of the principle of equal employment opportunity.

All other terms and conditions of employment, such as compensation, benefits, transfers, layoff, return from layoff, training, education, and social and recreational programs, are administered without regard to the characteristics described above. To this end, Cumming Group complies with all provisions of Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 as amended, all of the rules, regulations and relevant orders of the Secretary of Labor, and all similar state and local laws.

In addition to base salary, Cumming Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Medical
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• 401(k) Matching
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Holidays
• Short and long-term disability
• Employee Assistance Program