Pharmaceutical Experience

• Oversight of plant and clean utility equipment, including water systems, WFI, HVAC, chillers, and coolers
• Development of risk plans and mitigation strategies with key stakeholders
• Execution of projects with responsibility for cost, schedule, and scope
• PMP Certification

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

Project Leadership & Oversight

• Lead the execution of utility equipment scope and serve as the primary technical representative.
• Ensure EPCM partners and contractors follow approved scope, schedule, cost, and quality requirements.
• Challenge EPCM recommendations to safeguard Owner interests.

Commercial & Contracting Support

• Review award recommendations, change orders, field changes, and commercial or schedule impacts.
• Coordinate closely with vendors through design, fabrication, FAT, delivery, and on‑site support.

Technical Coordination

• Collaborate with process, piping, E&I, automation, C&Q, and facilities teams to ensure seamless system integration.
• Participate in constructability, maintainability, and schedule reviews.
• Track equipment schedules and proactively address vendor‑related risks.

Field & Installation Support

• Maintain on‑site presence as needed to support field execution.
• Ensure utility equipment installation aligns with design requirements, specifications, and GMP standards.
• Partner with construction, QA/QC, and safety teams to resolve field issues and NCRs.
• Support walkdowns, punch lists, installation readiness, and system turnover.

Commissioning & Qualification

• Support commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for utility systems.
• Review and approve turnover documentation.
• Work with Operations and Quality teams to ensure system readiness and handover.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, or a related discipline
• 10+ years of experience in pharma/biotech engineering or project management
• Strong knowledge of utility systems, including WFI, clean steam, HVAC, and process utilities
• Experience with GMP, validation, vendor management, and mechanical equipment projects
• Proficiency with project management tools; strong communication and leadership abilities
• Ability to work effectively in fast‑paced, dynamic environments

Core Competencies

• Strong ownership, attention to detail, and problem‑solving capability
• Ability to constructively challenge EPCM partners and contractors
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• High follow‑through and discipline across multi‑discipline workstreams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with commissioning and qualification activities
• PMP or equivalent certification
• Experience supporting large greenfield or expansion projects

Success Factors

• Protects Owner interests while maintaining productive EPCM relationships
• Identifies and mitigates risks early in project cycles
• Drives accountability across vendors and contractors
• Ensures safe, compliant, and on‑time delivery of utility systems