Construction Quality Lead - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Job Title: Construction Quality Lead Location: Indianapolis, IN Work Arrangement: 100% on-site, 5 days per week (40+ hours/week). No remote option.About the Role We are seeking a Construction Quality Lead to serve as the independent construction quality authority on a major capital pharmaceutical project. This is a quality verification role, not a construction management role. You will not direct means, methods, or sequencing. You will be the person in the field confirming that what is being built matches approved drawings, specifications, and GMP requirements, with the authority to flag issues before they become costly problems.You will work across every discipline on site (civil/structural/architectural, mechanical, piping, HVAC, electrical, instrumentation, and process equipment). You will be the primary quality interface between construction teams, engineering, CQV, contractor quality teams, and client quality representatives.What You'll Do Field Quality OversightProvide independent construction quality verification across all disciplines on siteConfirm installed systems align with approved IFC design documentation, technical specs, validated submittals, and GMP/regulatory standardsWitness selected inspections and testing activities to confirm complianceNon-Conformance & Risk ManagementIdentify, document, and escalate construction quality issues or compliance risks that could affect system integrity, regulatory compliance, or turnover readinessMaintain detailed records of field quality observations and communicate findings to project leadershipDocumentation & ReadinessVerify contractor quality inspections and documentation are completed per approved Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs)Review contractor inspection records, test reports, and turnover documentation for completeness and traceabilitySupport Mechanical Completion readiness by confirming required inspections and quality documentation are completeSupport system walkdowns, readiness reviews, and punch list verificationCollaborationParticipate in construction coordination meetings, representing quality observations and risksOperate within a clear governance model: the Main Contractor executes construction, Construction System Owners provide technical oversight, and you independently verify complianceWhat You'll Bring (Required)Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related technical discipline10+ years of construction quality oversight on large capital projects. This is a field-based construction quality authority role, not general QA/QCStrong understanding of GMP construction environments and regulatory compliance. This is a compliance-authority role, not solely technical oversightHands-on experience with Inspection and Test Plans (ITPs), non-conformance management, and quality documentation programsAbility to work on-site 5 days per week, 40+ hours per weekNice to HavePharmaceutical / GMP-regulated industry experience (preferred)Familiarity with industry codes and standards such as ASME, ASTM, NFPA, and ISOExperience supporting Mechanical Completion, commissioning readiness, and turnover documentation Impellam Group and its brands are equal-opportunity employers committed to diversity and inclusion. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, pregnancy or maternity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other factor determined to be unlawful under applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application, interview process, pre-employment activity, and the performance of crucial job functions. If you require additional disability considerations, modifications, or adjustments please let us know by contacting HR-InfoImpellamNA@impellam.com or fill out this form to request accommodations.