Project Manager II

Fluor•Greenville, SC

About The Position

Fluor is seeking a Project Manager II to join their team. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to cutting-edge pharmaceutical and biotechnology capital projects, providing exposure to advanced manufacturing, research, and cleanroom facilities. The position is within a high-growth sector and involves collaboration with leading clients, EPC partners, and multidisciplinary teams, with a clear path for career progression into senior project leadership roles. The primary objective is to establish an execution framework that complies with the contract and ensures the safety, quality, value, timeliness, and Fluor profitability of the completed project. This position performs project management responsibilities on small to moderate-risk engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) projects, or on an assigned segment of a larger project, including coordination of design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup activities. The Project Manager II will support pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences capital projects, including manufacturing facilities, laboratories, and cleanroom environments, requiring an understanding of working within regulated environments and coordinating multidisciplinary teams. When assigned to only a segment of a larger project, this role develops a complete understanding of the contract and relevant subcontracts to provide full support to the project management team.

Requirements

Accredited four (4) year degree or global equivalent in engineering, construction management, or applicable field of study, and seven (7) years of work-related experience; or a combination of education and directly related experience equal to eleven (11) years if non-degreed
Ability to communicate effectively with management, coworkers, clients, vendors, contractors, and other stakeholders
Demonstrated knowledge of project management principles (scope, cost, schedule, risk, and change management)
Working knowledge of applicable local, state/province, and federal/national regulations
Ability to work in a time-conscious and detail-oriented manner
Familiarity with project management and project controls tools (e.g., Primavera P6, MS Project, cost management systems)
Must be authorized to work in the country where the position is located.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences capital projects, including manufacturing, laboratory, or cleanroom facilities
Familiarity with GMP, FDA regulations, GAMP, and quality systems used in regulated industries
Understanding of commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) processes, including IQ/OQ/PQ
Experience working with pharmaceutical clients, engineering firms, or EPC contractors
Demonstrated success managing cross-functional teams including QA, validation, engineering, and construction
Jobsite experience and knowledge of construction safety programs
Experience as a Project Engineer, Project Controls Lead, Contracts Lead, or similar role with increasing responsibility
Demonstrated success as a Project Manager on small projects or significant contributor on medium-sized EPFC/CM projects
Strong understanding of engineering, procurement, and construction processes
Strong understanding of material management and construction sequencing
Strong understanding of commissioning, startup, and turnover processes
Project Controls and Finance experience including scheduling, progress measurement, risk assessment, WBS, change management, cost control, estimating, and reporting
Appreciation of contract law and understanding of when to engage legal support
Knowledge of permitting and regulatory requirements
Basic understanding of project funding structures
Proactive, goal-oriented mindset with the ability to influence positive outcomes
Strong problem-solving skills in complex project environments
Ability to maintain high standards of performance, accountability, and execution
Willingness to travel or relocate to project sites as required
Certification in project management preferred (e.g., PMP)

Responsibilities

Perform project management responsibilities on small to moderate-risk engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM) projects, or on an assigned segment of a larger project.
Coordinate design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and startup activities.
Support pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences capital projects, including manufacturing facilities, laboratories, and cleanroom environments.
Understand and support implementation of GMP, FDA, and other regulatory compliance requirements applicable to pharmaceutical projects.
Review the Fluor contract and any relevant subcontracts.
Collaborate in the preparation of documents required for execution of all aspects of the project in accordance with contractual obligations, Fluor’s Operating System Requirements (OSR), and the Operating System Implementation Plan (OSIP).
Prepare draft for PD approval of the project baseline, ensuring documentation is complete, maintained, and communicated to stakeholders.
Support execution of commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) activities, including coordination of IQ/OQ/PQ deliverables where applicable.
Lead coordination across engineering, procurement, construction, quality, validation, and regulatory teams.
Identify and manage project risks, issues, and changes in a controlled and compliant manner.
Support the PD in delivering the project in accordance with execution and commercial baselines.
Ensure effective communication with clients, contractors, and internal stakeholders in a regulated environment.
Participate in Fluor University and other development programs for continued professional growth.
Utilize Knowledge Management processes to capture and share lessons learned and best practices.
Foster an environment that supports the development and advancement of project personnel.
Support projects by providing on-the-job mentoring, training, and leadership.
Participate in sales and marketing efforts and support proposal development when requested.