When joining PerkinElmer, you select an experienced and trusted leader in scientific solutions, with the support of a global service network and distribution centers, providing the right solution, at the right time, to meet critical customer needs. With over an 80+ year legacy of advancing science and a mission of innovating for a healthier world, our dedicated team collaborates closely with commercial, government, academic and healthcare customers to deliver our broad portfolio of analytical solutions, and OneSource services.
Senior Construction Manager - Project Farma
Columbus, OH, Customer Site - IL, Customer Site - IN, Customer Site - OH, Indianapolis, IN
This is a full-time salaried position withProject Farma,a PerkinElmer company. The successful candidate willresidein one of Project Farma's primary markets and be willing to travel domesticallyto meet client project requests.
Project Farma’s purpose is to improve patient lives by accelerating the delivery of life-changing therapies.Weaccomplishthis through the successful execution of high-quality life sciences projects across the full project lifecycle. Project Farma (PF) team members collaborate with cross-functional teams to build trusted client relationships, deliver an exceptional customer experience, and contribute to business growth byidentifyingopportunities and applying data-driven insights to support project planning, cost, schedule, and performance management.
This role contributes to organizational success by supporting financial performance, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement, while also investing in people through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and professional development.
All team members are expected to embody Project Farma’s values by being curious, personable, and unselfish, whilemaintaininga strong commitment to a Patient Focused and People First mindset
The Manufacturing & Tech Ops–Manager Senior Managerisresponsible forleading aprojectteam and overseeing the execution of work aligned to project, client, and businessobjectives This role balancespeopleleadership with operational accountability, including coaching, performance management, resource planning, and ensuring high-quality delivery within defined scope, timelines, and budget.This positionplays a critical role in ensuring the reliability and performance of production and support equipment in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role involves executing reactive, preventive, and predictive maintenance, troubleshooting mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, and control systems, and supporting GMP-compliant operations.
Key Responsibilities
Perform maintenance activities in compliance withcGMPsandSOPs.
Assemble, disassemble, install, repair, andreplacecomponents for pharmaceutical-grade machinery and cleanroom equipment.
Troubleshoot and resolve issues in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and PLC-controlled systems.
Maintainaccuratedocumentation includingMaintenance andCalibrationRecordspercGMP standards.
Inspect equipment for wear, irregularities, and potential failures
Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Quality, Engineering, Production) to ensure equipment reliability and compliance.
Execute scheduled PMs and CMMS updates ina timelyandaccuratemanner.
Maintain tools and workspacesin accordance withcGMP housekeeping standards.
Adhere to OSHA, and site-specific safety protocols.
Participate in continuous improvement initiatives and equipment reliability programs.
Support audits and inspections by regulatory bodies and internal quality teams.
Lead, coach, and develop a team of technical professionals to deliver high‑quality work aligned with project, client, and businessobjectives
Provide day‑to‑daypeopleleadership, including onboarding, training, mentorship, and ongoing skills development, to build a strong and capable technical team.
Set clear performance expectations and provide regular feedback, coaching, and guidance to support individual growth and accountability.
Other duties as assigned.
Attributes for Success
Technical Delivery Applies advanced technical knowledge and professionalexpertise
Innovation & Continuous Improvement: Seeks better ways, adapts to change and championsnew ideas
Customer Focus & ProfessionalismRepresentsPF with consistent professionalism,appropriate escalationand respect for internal stakeholders, even during high stress delivery situations
Integrity & HumilityRepresentsPF with consistent professionalism,appropriate escalationand respect for internal stakeholders, even during high stress delivery situations
Collaboration & CommunicationRepresentsPF with consistent professionalism,appropriate escalationand respect for internal stakeholders, even during high stress delivery situations
Project Execution Delivers reliably, managesprioritiesand drives forhigh qualityoutcomes
Growth Mindset Shows openness tonew ideas,feedbackand change
Experience Required
7-13years of experience in mechanical maintenance within pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated manufacturing environments.
Strong mechanical aptitude with troubleshooting and critical thinking skills.
Familiarity with demands of performing maintenance activities in a cGMP environment.
Ability to interpret technical documentation and engineering drawings.
Strong communication, organizational, and analytical skills.
Comfortable working in confined spaces, heights, and around chemicals.
Ability to use basic hand tools, powertoolsand meters (DVM,Ampand Ohm).
Experience leading teams, projects,vendorsor technical workstreams.
Travel Willingness to travel as required for client project assignments.
Other Preferred
Certification in First AidorCPR,
Familiarity with ISO standards andFDAauditprocesses.
Experience supporting equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ).
Experience with aseptic processing, HVAC systems, and utility maintenance is a plus.
Technical diploma or degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
Proficiencyin troubleshooting PLCs, HMIs, and automated systems.
Skilled in using lathes, mills, grinders, and precision instruments.
Project Farmais committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
Applicants mustbe authorized towork in the United States on a full-time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs. We cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver's license.
The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $140,000 to $170,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will bedeterminedby factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
For 85 years, PerkinElmer has pushed the boundaries of science in our food, industrial, life science and environmental markets. In addition to innovative laboratory technologies, our OneSource services division delivers a highly trained, experienced, and collaborative team of service engineers with solutions scalable and customizable to serve laboratory needs.
We’ve always pursued science with a clear purpose – to help our customers achieve theirs. Our expert team brings technology and intangibles, like creativity, empathy, diligence, and a spirit of collaboration, in equal measure, to fulfill our customers’ desire to work better, innovate better, and create better.
PerkinElmer is a leading, global provider of technology and service solutions that help customers measure, quantify, detect, and report in ways that help ensure the quality, safety, and satisfaction of their products.
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