Construction Manager

Company Description

Veranova is a global leader in the development and manufacturing of complex active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs) for pharma and biotech customers. With deep technical expertise and impressive flexibility, we develop solutions and processes that support and accelerate innovation.

Job Description

This position is responsible for the safe coordination and execution of all construction activities associated with capital projects in our Devens and North Andover facilities.

Key Responsibilities / Accountabilities

• Direct and supervise all construction activity related to capital projects to ensure safe and efficient implementation, minimizing interruption to production activities.
• Ensure construction work is carried out to the highest level of safety and quality per design documentation, OSHA and cGMP.
• Review project drawings (P&IDs, equipment arrangements, structural designs) to ensure constructability.
• Review job specifications to determine appropriate construction methods and participate in selection of contractors.
• Coordinate with Project Managers, Production and contractors to establish timelines for all construction activities.
• Schedule all construction activities in logical steps and prepare construction schedules and tracking reports.
• Take actions to deal with the results of delays, production schedule changes, bad weather, or emergencies impacting construction projects.
• Investigate damage, accidents, near misses or delays associated with construction projects to ensure root cause has been identified and corrective and preventative measures are being carried out.
• Obtain appropriate permits both internal (permit to work, hot work, confined space, elevated work plan, etc) and external (building permits, etc) as appropriate.
• Carry out any other duties which are within the employee’s skills and abilities whenever reasonably instructed.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in sciences/construction/engineering or 10+ years industry experience in construction project management required.
• Must have completed OSHA 30 Hour Training
• 5-10 years of experience in construction in an industrial setting or as a Foreman.
• Must have experience in multiple construction trades and methods including pipe fabrication/installation, rigging, equipment setting, excavation, electrical installations, etc.
• Must be a Certified Rigging Competent Person
• Proficiency in scheduling software such as MS Project is needed.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential.
• Must be able to work independently with minimal supervision with the ability to influence others to safely achieve quality results.
• Ability to read and understand operation and maintenances manuals, specifications, drawings, and schematic diagrams.

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Veranova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Veranova to provide equal employment access and opportunity to all persons regardless of age, race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, physical or mental disability, genetic information, citizenship, marital status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

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