Construction Manager - Pharma/Food

The Resident Construction Manager will be responsible for managing and coordinating all mechanical construction activities at the pharmaceutical project site. The role requires strong experience in pharma project execution, mechanical installation, utility systems, contractor management, commissioning, and coordination with engineering, QA/QC, EHS, and project teams.
The incumbent will act as the key site representative for mechanical construction and ensure that the project is executed safely, on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with approved engineering documents, GMP requirements, specifications, and quality standards.
Key Responsibilities
1. Construction Management
Manage day-to-day mechanical construction activities at the project site.
Supervise installation of mechanical equipment, piping, utility systems, HVAC, and related systems.
Ensure construction activities are executed according to approved drawings, specifications, method statements, and project schedules.
Monitor progress against the baseline schedule and identify potential delays.
Coordinate with contractors and subcontractors to ensure timely completion of work.
Resolve site-related technical and construction issues.
2. Pharmaceutical/Food Utilities & Mechanical Systems
Experience/knowledge in installation and execution of systems such as:
HVAC and cleanroom systems
Chilled water and cooling water systems
Process and utility piping
Compressed air
Steam and clean steam systems
Boiler and utility system
ETP/STP and other utility equipment
Pumps, tanks, vessels, heat exchangers, and other mechanical equipment
3. Project Coordination
Coordinate closely with Civil, Electrical, Instrumentation, HVAC, Automation, QA/QC, Validation, EHS, and Engineering teams.
Participate in project review meetings and provide construction status updates.
Coordinate with design consultants, EPC contractors, vendors, and client representatives.
Review technical queries, RFIs, change requests, and site modifications.
4. Safety & EHS
Ensure all construction activities comply with site EHS requirements.
Conduct/participate in toolbox talks, safety inspections, and permit-to-work activities.
Ensure contractors follow approved safety procedures.
Identify and mitigate construction-related risks.
Stop unsafe work when necessary and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
5. Planning & Progress Monitoring
Develop and monitor detailed mechanical construction schedules.
Track manpower, materials, equipment, and contractor productivity.
Prepare daily/weekly/monthly progress reports.
Identify critical-path activities and recovery plans for delays.
Coordinate material availability and site requirements with procurement and stores.
6. Commissioning & Handover
Coordinate pre-commissioning and commissioning activities for mechanical systems.
Ensure completion of testing, flushing, cleaning, pressure testing, and functional checks.
Coordinate with commissioning and validation teams.
Ensure timely closure of mechanical punch lists.
Prepare and review as-built documentation and mechanical handover dossiers.
Required Skills
Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical/food plant construction and civil,mechanical project execution.
Excellent knowledge of mechanical equipment, piping, HVAC, and utility systems.
Strong understanding of GMP and clean utility requirements.
Ability to read and interpret P&IDs, GA drawings, isometrics, layouts, and equipment drawings.
Strong contractor and manpower management skills.
Good knowledge of project planning, scheduling, and progress monitoring.
Strong troubleshooting and decision-making ability.
Excellent coordination and communication skills.
Proficiency in MS Office and project reporting tools.
Ability to work independently and manage a large multidisciplinary construction team.
Preferred Experience
Candidates with experience in:
Greenfield and brownfield pharmaceutical projects
API / formulation / biotech facilities
Cleanrooms and controlled environments
Process and clean utility systems
Equipment erection and piping installation
EPC/EPCM project execution
Commissioning and qualification
Vendor and contractor management

Work arrangement
No