Project Manager, Construction

Abbott

24d • $99,300 - $198,700 • Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager, Construction will manage a campuswide portfolio of large-scale facility and utility maintenance, repair, and expansion projects in a highly regulated environment. This role encompasses strategic planning, execution, and delivery of GMP-compliant capital projects including new builds, retrofits, and utility installations. The Project Manager will ensure alignment with regulatory standards, safety protocols, and business objectives while managing cross-functional teams and external contractors.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• 10+ years of experience designing and managing capital projects in regulated industries (medical device, nutrition, pharmaceutical).
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale projects (> $2.5MM).
• Strong understanding of GMP regulations, construction codes, and validation processes.
• Experience in contractor selection, procurement, and performance management.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Proficiency in MS Project, AutoCAD, SAP, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Strong interpersonal and presentation skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in fast-paced environments.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and regulatory compliance.

Nice To Haves

• IL PE Certification is a plus.
• PMP Certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of complex facility expansion projects.
• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Manage internal engineering teams and external service providers (design firms, contractors, suppliers).
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, and documentation to ensure timely and compliant delivery.
• Conduct constructability reviews, risk assessments, and value engineering.
• Ensure adherence to GMP, safety, and quality standards throughout project lifecycle.
• Support commissioning, qualification, and turnover of facilities.
• Maintain effective communication with stakeholders and regulatory bodies.
• Drive continuous improvement and sustainability initiatives.
• Utilize tools such as MS Project, AutoCAD, SAP for project tracking and reporting.

Benefits

• Free medical coverage in our Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO medical plan in the next calendar year.
• An excellent retirement savings plan with high employer contribution
• Tuition reimbursement
• The Freedom 2 Save student debt program
• FreeU education benefit

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior