Facilities Project Manager

Our client, a Global Leader in the Medical Device Industry has an immediate opening for an Facilities Project Manager for a 12 month + Contract to Hire opportunity.  Our client offers results-driven people a place where they can make a difference - every day!  You will also have the opportunity to work with Nother like-minded, self-directed and detail-oriented Top Talents in an extremely collaborative and professional environment. 

The Facilities Project Manager is responsible for the management of the utility and infrastructure portion of manufacturing projects. This include but is not limited to management of vendors, equipment moves, construction, and utility infrastructure upgrades. This role focuses on overseeing large-scale utility/infrastructure and construction projects, such as roof replacements, manufacturing equipment moves/landings and building upgrades. The Facilities Project Manager collaborates with internal teams and external contractors to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, according to specifications, and most importantly projects are delivered safely.

Position Description (Principle Duties and Responsibilities)

• Vendor Management: Oversee and coordinate vendor activities needed for project executions. Including vendor trades assigned to complete utility and infrastructure upgrades, equipment riggers, crane operators, and construction. Perform safety walkthroughs, assessments, develop safety mitigation actions, and complete contractor briefings prior to starting the work. Ensure vendor compliance with company policies.
• Issue Resolution: Lead troubleshooting and resolution of project-related issues, particularly HVAC systems, electrical, plumbing, and utility infrastructure malfunctions and urgent building repairs.
• Project Management: Plan, execute, and oversee large-scale utility and infrastructure projects.
• Budget & Financial Oversight: Develop project budgets, track expenses, and manage vendor invoices, ensuring financial compliance.
• Purchasing and Orders: Use online/digital systems to facilitate the preparation and processing of project purchase orders, ensuring compliance with company policies and budget constraints.
• Documentation & Reporting: Maintain accurate records of project activities, vendor contracts, project milestones, and system performance metrics.
• Compliance & Safety: Ensure all facility activities comply with relevant safety, regulatory, and environmental standards.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including production operations, facilities team, and project engineers, to align facility upgrades with project needs and timelines.
• Contract Negotiation: Assist in negotiating vendor contracts, service agreements, and warranties to optimize service quality and cost savings.
• Growth mindset - ability to learn quickly and adapt to a changing environment

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in project management.
• Minimum 4 years of engineering experience in a manufacturing setting. 
• Experience in medical device industry, facilities utility/infrastructure, manufacturing equipment highly desired
• Experience managing capital projects, budgets, and cost tracking.
• Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project, OnePPM, or equivalent software.
• Strong risk assessment and mitigation planning skills.
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and drive alignment across multiple stakeholders.
• Excellent problem-solving, decision-making, and critical-thinking abilities.
• Strong communication and leadership skills with experience in leading teams and facilitating meetings.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment with shifting priorities.