Equipment Construction Lead

Role OverviewThe Construction Lead - Equipment will oversee the execution, coordination, and turnover of large-scale pharmaceutical process and clean utility equipment on a major capital project. This is a senior-level construction leadership role serving as a critical interface between field execution teams, contractors, vendors, and executive leadership.Key ResponsibilitiesLead owner's-representative construction oversight for complex pharmaceutical process and clean utility equipment on a large capital projectOwn equipment execution from installation through mechanical completion and turnover to commissioningMaintain detailed understanding of project schedules, sequencing, and equipment readinessSupport and coordinate Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) and Site Acceptance Testing (SAT), including potential travel to vendor sitesConduct daily on-site field walkdowns to assess progress, resolve issues, and validate readinessIntegrate contractor and vendor updates into overall execution plans and reportingProvide accurate forecasting, risk identification, and proactive status reporting to senior leadershipEnsure all equipment installations meet GMP, safety, and project requirementsEquipment & Systems Experience (Highly Desired)Glass-lined reactorsCondensersDryersClean utility generation systemsFiltration systems and related process equipmentQualifications20+ years supporting pharmaceutical or life sciences capital projectsStrong preference for experience on large or "mega-project" environmentsBackground at the Construction Manager or Senior Construction Supervisor levelDeep knowledge of equipment installation, construction sequencing, and turnover processesProven ability to communicate clearly with executive leadership and senior stakeholdersExperience transitioning equipment from commissioning through operational handoverWork Environment & ExpectationsDaily on-site presence with consistent field engagementFast-paced, high-visibility capital project environmentRequires strong leadership, decisiveness, and comfort operating at the executive interface

Created: 2026-05-09