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Project Manager

At Salas O’Brien we tell our clients that we’re engineered for impact. This passion for making a difference applies just as much to our team as it does to our projects. That’s why we are committed to living our values every day: inspiring, achieving, and connecting as shared owners of our success with a focus on a sustainable future.

Building for the long-term means that all our team members can expect to work on amazing projects with a people-first approach to problem solving. It also means that each member of our team has truly limitless potential to build a unique, meaningful, and high-impact career—and they’ll receive great total rewards along the way.

About Us:

Founded in 1975, Salas O’Brien is an employee-owned engineering and professional services firm focused on achieving impact for our clients, our team, and the world. We know that tomorrow’s requirements are today’s opportunities, and we are here to design lasting solutions for pressing challenges.

We work across a variety of industries providing integrated engineering and consulting services. Our specialized experience includes design for data centers, healthcare, science and technology, high-rise buildings, clean energy, education, and other building types as well as structural and building sciences, infrastructure asset management, advanced robotics, and more.

Our technical expertise is paired with an exceptional team of business development, human resources, finance and accounting, information technology, and marketing professionals, all of whom play a key role in bringing our commitments to life every day.

Job Summary: The candidate will provide project management support to execute small and large capital projects within a cGMP environment. They will determine project scoping strategies with client groups and other stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle including, but not limited to conceptual and detailed design, equipment selection, procurement efforts, commissioning, validation, and project turnover. They will support equipment and site construction activities by drafting technical documentation, including RFP forms, specifications, data sheets, and User Requirement Specifications (URS). Additional responsibilities include leading project related meetings, documenting meeting minutes, and documenting all decisions/action items to progress project efforts. The candidate must oversee all project communications to appropriate stakeholders and responsible trades and subcontractors. The Project Manager will be responsible for maintaining key project performance indicators including milestone schedules, weekly status reports, and project objectives/goals.

Responsibilities:

• Project Oversight: Oversee project teams in various phases of project development, from concept design to implementation, testing, and turnover.
• Collaboration: Work independently but be quick to ask questions and draw upon the best internal, customer, and industry resources to meet customer requirements accurately and efficiently. Build and maintain healthy, long term, professional relationships with coworkers, customers, suppliers, and industry partners. Maintain excellent composure, especially under pressure.
• Documentation: Maintain accurate and comprehensive project documentation, including user requirements, schedules, and progress Collect, record, transcribe, and analyze data and document analytical results in reports
• Communication: Communicate effectively in person and in writing to keep customers, contractors, and project team well informed of pertinent information in a timely manner. Assumes responsibility for filling in gaps in customer communication.
• Innovation: Foster an environment where new ideas are discussed and developed collaboratively. They will help others overcome resistance to change. The candidate will be dedicated to creating solutions to customers' problems.

Qualifications and Experience:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, or equivalent preferred).
• Experience: 5-10 years of Relevant Industry Experience supporting Capital Engineering Projects regulated in cGMP manufacturing environment
• Technical Skills:
  • General Engineering
  • Knowledge of GMP Change Control Process
  • Basic understanding of Capital Project Lifecycles.
  • Technical Documentation and Writing including URS generation
  • Good verbal and written communication skills
• Adaptability: Flexibility and willingness to work on various projects and tasks, embracing new challenges with enthusiasm.
• Initiative: Demonstrated ability to work independently and take initiative to lead projects forward on time and within budget.
• Nice to Have:
  • MBA, Business Management, or equivalent

Location: Raleigh, NC or Houston, TX

Travel: Flexibility and willingness for occasional travel based on project needs.

Compensation & Benefits:

Actual compensation will be determined based on a number of factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and location. This role is also eligible for performance-based bonuses, and a comprehensive U.S. based benefits package, including:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Wellness programs and employee assistance resources
• Professional development support

For more information, visit our full benefits overview here.

Equal Opportunity Employment Statement

Salas O’Brien provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, colour, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/provincial, or local laws. Salas O’Brien will accommodate the disability-related needs of applicants as required by law.

Third-Party Agency Notice
Salas O’Brien does not accept unsolicited resumes from external recruiters or agencies. We only work with approved partners engaged directly by our Talent Acquisition team for specific searches. Unsolicited submissions will not be eligible for placement fees.