Project Manager – Capital Projects & Procurement
About the role
PACIV is a 30-year-old engineering and instrumentation services partner trusted to support leading manufacturing, wastewater, utilities, pharmaceutical, and life sciences companies. We deliver high-impact solutions across process systems and regulated manufacturing environments. We are currently seeking a Project Manager to join our Indianapolis team.
Key Responsibilities
End-to-End Project Leadership: Lead full capital project lifecycle delivery from planning through completion
Manage scope, budget, schedule, and quality objectives
Develop project plans, execution strategies, and resource allocation models
Technical Oversight: Define and validate technical scope and equipment specifications
Review engineering documentation for accuracy, completeness, and constructability
Oversee instrumentation systems, including: Valves, transmitters, and analyzers, Control systems and manufacturing components
Procurement & Vendor Management: Lead procurement strategy and execution, including: RFQs, vendor selection, and bid analysis
Contract negotiation and purchase order management
Partner with suppliers to ensure specifications, lead times, and quality standards
Track equipment from fabrication through delivery and installation
Stakeholder & Client Engagement: Serve as the primary client-facing project manager
Cross-team coordination: Coordinate across engineering, procurement, and vendor teams
Lead project meetings, reporting, and performance tracking
Risk, Compliance & Improvement: Identify and mitigate project risks, delays, and cost impacts
Ensure compliance with GxP, regulatory, and quality standards
Drive improvements in project delivery and procurement processes
Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical field (preferred)
8+ years of experience in project management for capital projects
Strong ability to interpret technical specifications and engineering documentation
Proven experience with: Vendor coordination and procurement processes, Complex, multi-stakeholder project environments
Proficiency with ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and Microsoft Office
Strong communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated industries preferred
Preferred: PMP (Project Management Professional) certification