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Veristas 700 experts team up with the worlds most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. Whether its compliance, quality management, verification, validation, automation, IT infrastructure, data analysis, manufacturing, or packaging, we deliver solutions that are right the first time.

Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.

Company Culture Guidelines & Values:

• We empower and support our colleagues
• We commit to client success at every turn
• We have the courage to do the right thing
• We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged
• We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Typical Responsibilities of a Utilities Project Manager

• Coordinate assigned engineering capital projects and lead projects through all phases of project delivery including initiation, planning execution and close out.
• Experience with Water for injection, clean steam, HVAC, Compressed Air and Electrical in Pharmaceutical industry.
• Achieve quality, schedule and budget on assigned projects.
• Create detailed and accurate project schedules and execute projects according to GProject Management Methodology.
• Maintain good working relationships with architects, engineers, contractors, suppliers and municipal authorities.
• Inspect construction and installation progress to ensure that the projects are constructed in accordance with the contract requirements and specifications within quality control parameters and the approved budget.
• Identify and resolve issues that may jeopardize project schedules or improve project time. Keep manager fully informed in a timely manner with regard to any and all potential problems on a project.
• Lead and actively participate in project planning, design, construction and closeout meetings. Provide written meeting minutes.
• Monitor or track the review and approval of RFIs and Submittals.
• Develop project controls and monitor project budgets. Prepare, review and negotiate change orders. Issue change orders to contractors and others and prepare revisions to the project budget.
• Develop project cost estimates and secures properly executed contract and purchase order agreements, insurance certificates, bonds and other documents as required to protect the interests of the Corporation.
• Oversee preparation and approve documents for bid, construction drawings, specifications, turnover packages, as-built drawings, and commissioning protocols.
• Develop and conduct Requests for Proposals (RFPs), solicit and obtain bids from contractor and vendors. Issues contracts and purchase orders after appropriate approvals.
• Gains consensus for optimal solution by effectively organizing and presenting proposals to stakeholders.
• Must work closely with internal and external team members to ensure for a safe work environment of all projects and activities. Responsible for the performance of the contractors in providing a safe jobsite.
• Work closely with internal stakeholders; lab leads, EH&S, maintenance, engineering and site services.

Specific Responsibilities:

The PM will manage budget, schedule and safety aspects for a portfolio of multiple (small to medium) capital projects on site. More specifically, the position will manage facilities and lab renovation projects by writing RFPs, bidding out to GCs, job walks, contract award, holding weekly project meetings, and managing safety and coordination with the site. The person will be the primary interface between Architect, GC, and internal stakeholders. They will manage technical issues, budget, track PCOs, (submits asset recognition, TOP, etc.). The job will also require documenting and manage the project to closure. Some light scheduling may be required but the General Contractor typically manages the schedule.

Requirements

• 5+ years of project management experience in utilities operations and an engineering degree or; 3+ years of industry experience. Water for injection, clean steam, HVAC, Compressed Air and Electrical experience.
• Project management skills.
• Experience in managing a portfolio of small projects.
• Experience in pharmaceutical/biotech industry involving cGMP a plus.
• Experience and training in reading construction drawings (Architectural, Mechanical, Electrical, Process, Plumbing, Structural, Fire) and construction specifications.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills required.
• Effective in multitasking, managing time and prioritizing projects to meet established deadlines.
• Demonstrated knowledge and active use of Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook, Word, Excel, Power Point, Project).

Benefits

Why Verista?

• High growth potential and fast paced organization with a people-focused culture
• Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
• Company paid medical premiums for Employee option.
• Company paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability insurances
• Dental & Vision insurances
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
• Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
• Leadership development training, career planning, and tuition reimbursement
• Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Maternity, Parental Leave and Bereavement

Verista is a leading business, technology and compliance company that enables clients to improve health and improve lives. We help clients solve their most critical and complex challenges across the GxP lifecycle, from preclinical and clinical to commercialization, manufacturing, and distribution. This experience brings together decades of knowledge, the most advanced engagement platforms, as well as transformative technologies. This allows clients to benefit from the ease, efficiency, and trust that results from working with one partner who excels across specialties.

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*Verista is an equal-opportunity employer.

For US geography, the salary range for this position is shown below. The actual salary is dependent upon a variety of job-related factors such as professional background, training, work experience, location, business needs, market demand, and competitive market practice. Therefore, in some circumstances, the actual salary could fall outside of this expected range. This salary range is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

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