Facilities Project Manager​/Project Manager

Location: Newark, DE

Description

Verista’s 500 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision‑making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities.

Our ability to grow is driven by world‑class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day.

Company Culture Guidelines & Values:

• We empower and support our colleagues
• We commit to client success at every turn
• We have the courage to do the right thing
• We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged.
• We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Facilities Project Manager

Job Responsibilities:

• Lead full lifecycle capital projects with a focus on pharmaceutical utilities and facilities systems (HVAC, clean utilities, WFI, clean steam), ensuring delivery on scope, schedule, and budget
• Manage concurrent engineering projects including facility upgrades, infrastructure improvements, packaging, and inspection systems
• Provide technical leadership for GMP‑regulated facility and utility projects, ensuring compliance with CQV and validation requirements
• Develop and control capital budgets and forecasts, track spend, and manage financial performance across projects
• Oversee construction activities and contractor execution (preferred), including bid evaluation, field coordination, and safety compliance
• Ensure adherence to project governance, design reviews, change control, and validation documentation (IQ/OQ/PQ)
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with Facilities, Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and EHS to support site readiness and operational reliability
• Manage external vendors, contractors, and engineering firms to ensure quality, safety, and timely project delivery

Job Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering required; strong project scheduling, budgeting, and leadership skills expected
• 7–10+ years of experience in pharmaceutical/biotech environments with a focus on utilities, facilities, and capital projects
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Project or similar tools for complex project scheduling
• Strong experience in capital budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, particularly for facility and construction projects
• Strong knowledge of GMP requirements and equipment qualification
• Deep understanding of pharmaceutical utility systems (HVAC, clean rooms, WFI, clean steam, process gases, building management systems)
• Experience with facility design, equipment layout, and infrastructure integration
• Knowledge of GMP requirements, equipment qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ), and validation lifecycle
• 100% on‑site presence required (Newark, DE)

* Verista is an equal opportunity employer.

National (US) Range

$87,780 - $128,750 USD

Why Choose Verista?

• High growth potential and fast‑paced organization with a people‑focused culture
• Competitive pay plus performance‑based incentive programs
• Company‑paid Life, Short‑Term, and Long‑Term Disability Insurance.
• Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
• As Needed Sick Time
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
• Employee Recognition
• Employee Referral Program
• Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement