Project Manager - Construction Management

Job Description

Job Description

About Company:

JC Automation Corp. (JCA) was founded in 1997 with the mission of filling a gap between technology and regulatory requirements in the life science manufacturing industry. The company offers highly capable resources at an affordable cost to build solutions and execute projects in: Automation, Control Systems Integration, Information Technology, System Integration and Regulatory Compliance.

JCA is a HUBZone Certified Small Business Firm, NMSDC Certified Minority Business Enterprise, and Certified Critical Industry Supplier. It’s mission is to add value by delivering quality services & solutions on time all the time by transforming processes & technology into business advantages.

ABOUT THE ROLE

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to lead complex construction and facility modification projects within a highly regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. In this role, you will own the full project lifecycle — from design management and RFP development through construction execution, commissioning, and final closeout.

You will serve as the primary point of accountability for schedule, cost, quality, and compliance, while leading weekly meetings with construction teams, stakeholders, and quality groups. This role demands strong cross-functional leadership, financial discipline, and deep familiarity with capital project execution in GMP-regulated facilities.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Design Management: Lead and coordinate the design phase of construction and facility modification projects, ensuring technical deliverables meet facility requirements and regulatory standards.
• RFP Development: Develop and manage Construction and C&Q RFPs, evaluating vendor proposals and supporting selection processes in alignment with project objectives.
• Construction Implementation: Manage the full execution of construction activities, overseeing contractors, ensuring quality of work, and maintaining strict adherence to project scope and specifications.
• Stakeholder Meetings: Lead weekly progress meetings with construction teams and senior stakeholders, providing clear updates on schedule, cost, risks, and action items.
• RFI, Submittal & Change Order Management: Manage and maintain RFI, submittal, and change order logs throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring timely resolution and documentation.
• Change Control Process: Oversee and manage the formal change control process, ensuring all modifications are properly evaluated, approved, and documented per regulatory requirements.
• Cash Flow Management: Develop and continuously update project cash flow forecasts, ensuring financial visibility for project leadership and procurement teams.
• Integrated Project Schedule: Develop, maintain, and update the integrated project schedule, monitoring critical path and proactively managing schedule risks.

REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Civil, Mechanical, Electrical), Architecture, Construction Management, or a closely related technical field.
• Minimum 5 years of proven experience as a Project Manager overseeing construction, facility modifications, or capital projects in regulated environments (Life Sciences, Pharmaceuticals, or complex industrial facilities).
• Demonstrated experience managing the full project lifecycle, including Design Management, Construction, and Commissioning & Qualification (C&Q) phases.
• Strong background in RFP development for Construction and C&Q, with proven experience managing RFI processes, submittals, and change order logs.
• Proficiency in developing, tracking, and updating integrated project schedules and managing project financials (cash flow development and forecasting).
• Direct experience navigating formal Change Control processes in regulated pharmaceutical environments.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish (oral and written).

Preferred

• PMP certification or equivalent project management credential.
• Experience with capital appropriation request (CAR) processes in pharmaceutical or biotech settings.
• Familiarity with cGMP, GEP, and FDA regulatory requirements applicable to facility construction and modifications.
• Experience using Smartsheet, MS Project, or Primavera P6 for schedule management.

SKILLS

Technical Skills

• Full project lifecycle management — design through construction closeout
• RFP development for Construction and C&Q activities
• RFI, submittal, and change order log management
• Integrated project schedule development and maintenance
• Cash flow development and financial forecasting
• Change Control process management in regulated environments
• cGMP and GEP compliance for pharmaceutical facility projects
• Microsoft Office 365 — Project, Excel, Word, Teams; Smartsheet or Primavera P6

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership and ability to drive accountability across cross-functional teams
• Clear and structured communication with technical and executive stakeholders
• Proactive risk identification and escalation
• Financial discipline and cost ownership mindset
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail in documentation
• Calm and decisive under pressure in fast-paced project environments