OFCI Process Equipment Manager - Pharma

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a OFCI Process Equipment Manager - Pharma to assist with the coordination of Owner Furnished Contractor Installed Electrical & Mechanical equipment and materials, ensuring timely communication, tracking and documentation throughout all project phases. This position will be on the job site every day and will fill a key role on the project team.

Who are we?

As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more!

We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Who are you?

You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual.

You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane's business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future.

Your core values match Gilbane's: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

What's in it for you?

Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to the project, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you will with experienced Sr. Project Managers and Project Executives on each job site which provides you with opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader.

Support the tracking and coordination of OFCI equipment throughout procurement, delivery and turnover
• Communicate with owners, vendors, and subcontractors to ensure equipment readiness and delivery aligns with project needs
• Maintain accurate logs, datasets and documentation for all OFCI items
• Review equipment submittals and vendor documentation to confirm scope delineation and interface alignment between base-building systems and vendor-furnished equipment packages
• Coordinate cross-trade execution (piping, electrical, I&C/automation, structural, clean utilities) to ensure equipment installation sequencing and access constraints are resolved.
• Manage receiving, storage, and logistics for inbound OFCI equipment: coordinate inbound shipments with vendors/procurement, establish receipt/storage procedures, and maintain documentation
• Assist with receipt, inspection, and onsite storage coordination of Electrical and Mechanical equipment
• Support the field team to ensure handling and installation meet manufacturer requirements and project specifications
• Identify and escalate issues related to delivery delays, damage, or installation conflicts
• Manages workload and performance of direct reports, ensuring alignment with overall company standards
• Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members
• Aids in communicating company and department strategy to direct reports

EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Engineering or Construction Management
• Pharma cGMP facility design and/or construction experience
• Equipment coordination experience specifically formulation skids, and filling and packaging lines
• A minimum of 5-10 years of experience
• Experience performing constructability reviews to plan for proper equipment handling on site
• Field leadership skills; planning, coordinating, and execution; supporting daily field activities of trade contractors specific to equipment handling
• OSHA 30-hour construction outreach certification is preferred
• Or equivalent combination of education and experience

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Strong technical and communication skills are critical
• Ability to work in a team environment
• Knowledge of industry standard software, Microsoft Office (preferred)

Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team.

For Illinois this ranges from $110,000-$165,000 plus benefits and retirement program.

Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees' education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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