Sr. Project Manager (Pharma)

About the role

CHA Consulting, Inc. is seeking a Senior Project Manager (Pharma) to lead complex pharmaceutical and advanced manufacturing facility projects. The ideal candidate will drive operational excellence, technical precision, and long-term client success while mentoring project teams and contributing to strategic growth initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of complex pharmaceutical and advanced manufacturing facility projects, managing scope, schedule, project financials, budget, risk, and client relationships across all project phases
• Serve as a “seller/doer,” developing trusted client partnerships, identifying new opportunities within manufacturing and life sciences markets, and supporting marketing plan development for target market areas
• Oversee the development of proposals, project plans, schedules, cost controls, change management documentation, submittals, and closeout materials across multiple projects to ensure quality, compliance, and on-time execution
• Lead and mentor other Project Managers, setting vision and strategy, and supporting professional growth across the team
• Play a key role in client contract interpretation and relationship management, ensuring all client needs are met across all project phases

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, science, planning, engineering management, or related field required
• Minimum of 11 years of industry experience required; minimum of 8 years of project management experience required
• Consulting industry experience preferred; experience managing client relationships with investor owned utilities is highly preferred
• Proven ability to prepare proposals, schedules, budgets, and closeout documentation
• Strong background in client relationship management and interpreting client contract requirements
• Strong experience with project accounting processes and financial oversight
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required; familiarity with MS Project, Primavera P6, or Deltek Vision preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with proven collaboration experience
• Ability to manage multiple projects with strong judgment and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel as needed
• PMP certification, Professional Engineer (PE), or equivalent professional license preferred

Qualifications

• Proven ability to prepare proposals, schedules, budgets, and closeout documentation
• Strong background in client relationship management and interpreting client contract requirements
• Strong experience with project accounting processes and financial oversight
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office required; familiarity with MS Project, Primavera P6, or Deltek Vision preferred
• Excellent communication and leadership skills with proven collaboration experience
• Ability to manage multiple projects with strong judgment and problem-solving skills
• Ability to travel as needed

Skills

• Project management
• Client relationship management
• Financial oversight
• Proposal preparation
• Technical precision
• Operational excellence

Benefits

• Competitive salary range: $160,000 - $170,000
• Flexible work arrangements
• Professional development opportunities
• Health and wellness programs
• Employee recognition and rewards

Pay

• $160,000 - $170,000 annually

Schedule

• Full-time position

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement savings plan
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life and disability insurance
• Time off and paid holidays

Company Culture

• Inclusive and forward-leaning
• Values expertise, accountability, and continuous improvement
• Commitment to diversity and equal opportunity