Pharma Capital Construction Project Lead / PM – Instrumentation and Controls Lead at The Spear Group in Elm City, North Carolina

Job Description:

Position Title: Pharma Capital Construction Project Lead / PM – Instrumentation and Controls Lead

City: Elm City

State: NC

Department: Unassigned Department

Description:

The Spear Group Full-Time Opportunity w/ Benefits

Pharma Capital Construction Project Lead / PM – Instrumentation and Controls Lead

Location: Raleigh / Greenville, North Carolina Area

Position Summary:

The Spear Group has an exciting opportunity in the BioPharma industry major capital project space. We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Construction Lead for I&C Systems with over 15 years of experience in overseeing the design, installation, testing, and maintenance of I&C Systems on construction projects. The successful candidate will ensure all work is completed in accordance with project specifications, safety standards, and timelines while effectively managing a team of technicians and coordinating with other project disciplines. This role leads the collaboration with our EPCM prime contractor representative (Work Package Owner) to ensure scope designs are implemented safely, functionally, and compliantly. Responsibilities include reviewing Engineering and Project documents (P&IDs, specifications, procedures, scope), bids, and driving subcontractor engagement throughout the design and installation phases. The role supports the EPCM WPO in submittal and RFIs administration, procurement, value engineering, and construction, including multi-trade coordination, performance tracking, means and method deviation approvals, and change request reviews. Furthermore, this position involves system walkdowns, construction test pack reviews, and support for turnover, shakedown, and system startup as necessary.

Key Responsibilities:

• Review design drawings, specifications, and technical documents to ensure accuracy and feasibility.
• Provide technical expertise to resolve design and implementation challenges.
• Identify and resolve technical issues that arise during installation and operational phases.
• Develop and implement corrective actions to address system discrepancies.

• Enforce strict adherence to safety regulations and procedures in all aspects of electrical and instrumentation work.
• Act as the client's representative to review submittals from the AE for instrumentation and equipment designs.
• In early design phases provide guidance to the AE on site cabling infrastructure concepts.
• Ensure focus on the project's sustainability ambitions
• Ensure site wide coordination of cabling design solutions.
• Review and approve instrument specifications, instrument install specifications.
• Assist in determining best main cabling routes and electrical route philosophy for the facility, assist with clash detection via 3D model throughout the design phase. assist with system boundary definition for ease of commissioning
• Review and participate in 3D model reviews of facility and large equipment modules.
• Review space coordination and equipment routing plans into the facility during construction phase.
• Participate in constructability reviews with site construction team.
• Review SOWs and RFPs for tendering of instrument and Controls packages.
• Assist in review of selected contractor submittals and tendering advice in relation to the submittals from the main contracting engineering firm.
• Facilitate and provide oversight of the reviews on and after the transition phase between engineering designers and electrical contractor.
• Assist site construction teams and project controls teams for construction progress
• Ensure acceptable quality of design and installations.
• Drive progress and coordination to ensure schedule, cost and quality targets are met

Required Experience and Education:

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in electrical and instrumentation systems construction within industrial or engineering projects, preferably in pharmaceutical, oil and gas, or manufacturing sectors.
• Experience with DeltaV system is a must.
• Strong knowledge of electrical and instrumentation engineering principles and standards.
• Proficiency in reading and interpreting technical drawings, P&IDs, and specifications.
• Demonstrated leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Hands-on experience with troubleshooting and resolving technical issues in E&I systems.
• Familiarity with relevant safety regulations, codes, and standards (e.g., NFPA, NEC, OSHA).
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certification in electrical or instrumentation engineering, project management, or a related field.
• Experience with commissioning, validation, and startup activities for E&I systems.
• Knowledge of automation and control systems.

100% On Site

Compensation based on relevant experience

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The Spear Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employers. All personnel actions are affected without regard to race, color, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other protected status pursuant to law. As a responsible organization, we resolutely support the concept and practice of Equal Employment Opportunity. We uphold federal, state, and local civil rights laws and work to ensure that all of our personnel actions and policies are in compliance. Additionally, we recognize and value the importance and diversity of our workforce and support its various cultures. The Companies are dedicated to fostering an environment that respects the dignity, rights and contributions of our employees.

Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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