PACE Systems Project Manager – Advanced Facilities & Controlled Environments

PACE SYSTEMS

a Commercial Contracting Corporation Company

WE ARE AN EMPLOYEE-OWNED COMPANY

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WHO WE ARE

PACE Systems a Commercial Contracting Corporation company specializes in the construction of advanced facilities and controlled environments throughout the United States. Our expertise includes cleanrooms dry rooms semiconductor facilities advanced manufacturing plants life sciences and pharmaceutical facilities and hyperscale data center hot aisle containment systems.

PACE self-performs its work nationwide with its own highly skilled workforce and partners with many of the worlds most recognized technology manufacturing and mission-critical organizations. Our projects utilize cutting-edge technology including BIM/VDC robotics in-house design capabilities and prefabrication strategies to drive safety quality and efficiency.

Our projects range from $1 million to over $100 million and include some of the most technically advanced construction projects in the country. From coast to coast PACE Systems delivers innovative solutions in industries shaping the future of manufacturing technology energy and critical infrastructure.

OUR MISSION

TO DELIVER OUR CLIENTS AND PROJECT PARTNERS A SUPERIOR BUILDING EXPERIENCE FROM DESIGN THROUGH DELIVERY WITH AN UNCOMPROMISING FOCUS ON SAFETY QUALITY AND DEPENDABILITY. TO IDENTIFY HIRE AND RETAIN THE VERY BEST PEOPLE.

OUR CORE VALUES

KEEP PEOPLE SAFE We strive to protect our most valuable asset each and every day.

INTEGRITY Were one team made up of people who are dependable and act with integrity.

HUMILITY We are humble team players who prioritize the mission over personal ego.

DRIVE Our people are passionate about their work relationships and success.

LOYALTY We are dedicated to achieving the mission of each project and the overall company.

ATTITUDE We inspire others to stay positive and overcome daily challenges to achieve our mission.

JOB DESCRIPTION

TITLE: Project Manager Advanced Facilities & Controlled Environments

LOCATION: Hybrid

JOB SUMMARY

The Project Manager Advanced Facilities & Controlled Environments is responsible for the successful execution and delivery of technically complex construction projects from project award through closeout. This position manages project budgets schedules contracts procurement field coordination client relationships and overall project performance to ensure successful outcomes.

The Project Manager works closely with clients field leadership subcontractors suppliers engineering teams and company leadership to safely deliver projects that meet quality schedule and financial objectives.

A strong background in Metal Studs and Drywall Commercial construction is a plus and translatable to this position - candidates from highly reputable Commercial Construction Self-Perform Interiors Companies are encouraged to apply.

TRAVEL REQUIREMENT

Limited travel may be required for client meetings site visits bid walks project reviews and industry events.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

Project Execution & Leadership

• Lead projects from award through closeout.
• Develop and maintain project execution plans.
• Manage project schedules budgets forecasts and financial performance.
• Coordinate procurement activities and long-lead material strategies.
• Manage project documentation and contract compliance.
• Lead project turnover commissioning and closeout activities.

Financial Management

• Monitor project profitability and financial performance.
• Manage cost controls forecasting and budget reporting.
• Review and approve subcontractor invoices and payment applications.
• Manage change orders claims and project risk mitigation efforts.
• Maintain accurate project financial records and reporting.

Field Coordination

• Coordinate activities between field supervision subcontractors suppliers and clients.
• Support construction planning and work sequencing.
• Monitor productivity and project progress.
• Develop corrective action and recovery plans when necessary.
• Ensure resources are effectively deployed to support project success.

Advanced Facilities & Controlled Environments

• Manage projects involving cleanrooms controlled environments advanced manufacturing facilities semiconductor facilities pharmaceutical facilities life sciences facilities mission critical infrastructure and data centers.
• Coordinate architectural structural mechanical electrical plumbing process utility and specialty systems.
• Ensure compliance with project specifications and technical requirements.
• Facilitate coordination between engineering construction procurement and commissioning teams.

Client Relations & Communication

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and project stakeholders.
• Lead project meetings and executive-level project reviews.
• Communicate project status risks opportunities and financial performance.
• Maintain strong client relationships and support repeat business opportunities.

Safety & Quality

• Promote and support all company and project-specific safety initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with company and customer safety requirements.
• Support quality management processes and inspections.
• Verify project execution aligns with contract documents and quality standards.
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives.

CORE COMPETENCIES

Experience & Technical Knowledge

• Minimum 5-10 years of construction project management experience.
• Experience managing commercial industrial manufacturing mission critical or specialty construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling budgeting procurement contracts and cost controls.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings specifications and contract documents.

Software & Technology Skills

• Minimum 5-10 years of construction project management experience.
• Experience managing commercial industrial manufacturing mission critical or specialty construction projects.
• Strong knowledge of project scheduling budgeting procurement contracts and cost controls.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings specifications and contract documents.

Preferred

• Autodesk Construction Cloud (ACC).
• Primavera P6.
• Microsoft Project.
• Procore Financials.
• Viewpoint Vista.
• Spectrum.
• Sage 300 CRE.
• CMiC.
• BIM 360.
• Revit.
• Navisworks.
• Power BI.
• Smartsheet.
• DocuSign and contract workflow management platforms.

Advanced Facilities Experience

• Experience managing cleanroom semiconductor pharmaceutical life sciences data center manufacturing or mission critical projects preferred.
• Understanding of highly technical and controlled construction environments.

Leadership & Problem Solving

• Proven ability to lead multiple projects and project teams.
• Strong decision-making organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to proactively identify and resolve project challenges.
• Commitment to accountability execution excellence and continuous improvement.

Communication & Collaboration

• Excellent client-facing communication skills.
• Strong collaboration with field operations engineering teams subcontractors and executive leadership.
• Effective meeting management and reporting capabilities.

Safety & Certifications

• OSHA 30 preferred.
• Construction management certifications such as PMP CCM CM-Lean or equivalent are a plus.
• Demonstrated commitment to safety and risk management.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Professional office environment and active commercial/industrial construction sites.
• Advanced manufacturing semiconductor pharmaceutical life sciences mission critical controlled environment and cleanroom facilities.
• Combination of office-based planning estimating and field-based project management responsibilities.
• Occasional travel and site visits required based on project assignments.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to travel to project locations as required.
• Ability to walk active construction jobsites for extended periods.
• Ability to climb stairs ladders and navigate construction environments.
• Ability to inspect construction work and project conditions in the field.
• Ability to communicate effectively with project teams clients and stakeholders.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS

PACE Systems offers a competitive total compensation package designed to support employees and their families including:

• Competitive salary based on experience qualifications and industry expertise.
• 100% Company-Paid Medical and Dental Coverage (Day One Eligibility).
• 401(k) Program with Company Match.
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays.
• Career development and advancement opportunities.
• Employee ownership participation in a growing organization.

APPLY TODAY

Experience in commercial construction particularly with metal stud framing and drywall systems is highly valued and directly applicable to this role. Professionals from well-regarded self-performing interior construction contractors are strongly encouraged to apply.

Join PACE Systems and become part of an employee-owned organization delivering some of the most technically advanced construction projects in North America.

If you are interested in leading projects from estimating through execution while contributing to the future of advanced manufacturing technology life sciences and mission-critical infrastructure we encourage you to apply today.

PACE Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Required Experience:

Senior IC