Valdes Architecture & Engineering

Project Manager

Valdes Architecture & Engineering  •  Charles City, IA (Onsite)  •  22 hours ago
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Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to support complex industrial construction projects within the pharmaceutical and chemical manufacturing industries. This role will oversee projects involving major piping systems, electrical infrastructure, building construction, and reactor installation while ensuring projects are completed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with industry standards.

The ideal candidate has a strong background managing construction projects in highly regulated industrial environments and is experienced coordinating multidisciplinary teams through all phases of project execution.

Responsibilities

    • Manage industrial construction projects from planning and design through construction, commissioning, and project closeout
    • Lead projects involving process piping, electrical systems, structural/building construction, equipment setting, and reactor installation
    • Develop and manage project schedules, budgets, forecasts, and resource plans
    • Oversee construction activities to ensure compliance with safety standards, quality requirements, and applicable industry regulations
    • Monitor project progress and proactively identify and mitigate risks related to schedule, scope, cost, and constructability
    • Facilitate project meetings, provide status updates, and maintain clear communication with clients and project teams
    • Review and coordinate construction drawings, specifications, RFIs, submittals, and change orders
    • Support commissioning, startup, and turnover activities for process and facility systems
    • Ensure adherence to company procedures, GMP requirements, OSHA standards, and site-specific safety protocols

Qualifications

    • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field required
    • 5+ years of project management experience supporting pharmaceutical, chemical, or industrial construction projects
    • Strong background managing projects involving piping systems, electrical construction, building/facility construction, and heavy industrial equipment installation
    • Experience with reactor installation and process system integration
    • Knowledge of industrial construction practices, scheduling, budgeting, and project controls
    • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and project management software
    • Must possess exceptional interpersonal and organizational skills
    • Must be able to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future
Valdes Architecture & Engineering

About Valdes Architecture & Engineering

Valdes Architecture & Engineering is a 200-person, multidisciplinary, engineering, architecture, and project management company with an expert focus on technical excellence. Every client project is assigned a dedicated team of professionals who provide personalized services and solutions. The Valdes success model consists of streamlined work processes, attention to detail, technical expertise, and an unyielding commitment to client satisfaction, safety and quality. Since 1992, we have provided quality deliverables and superior customer service to our valued business partners.

Valdes provides a complete range of services to the Oil & Gas, Utilities, Chemicals, Life Sciences, Buildings, and Transportation markets. With vast experience in our specialized industries, our experts provide timely and cost-effective solutions to your capital project needs, regardless of size, complexity or location. We provide both short-term and long-term, on-site, technical and project management staff augmentation.

Valdes is a certified Minority-Owned Business Enterprise (MBE). We proudly execute all work in the United States to maintain the utmost quality for our clients.

Industry
Creative & Design
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Lombard, IL
Year Founded
1992
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