Job Information
Novo Nordisk Construction Manager - IFP in Clayton, North Carolina
About the Department
At Novo Nordisk, we want to make a difference. For more than 100 years, we have led the way in diabetes care. Being part of Novo Nordisk allows our employees to embark on life-changing careers, and the opportunity to help improve the quality of life for millions of people around the world.
In NC, we operate three pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are responsible for fulfilling different steps in our injectable and oral treatment supply chains. Our legacy Injectable Finished Products (IFP) facility in Clayton, NC is a 457,000 square foot aseptic "fill and finish" site that is responsible for producing innovative, injectable diabetes and obesity treatments. At IFP, you’ll join a global network of manufacturing professionals who are passionate about what they do.
What we offer you:
Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
Family Focused Benefits including 12 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
Tuition Assistance
Life & Disability Insurance
Employee Referral Awards
At Novo Nordisk, you will find opportunities, resources, and mentorship to help grow and build your career. Are you ready to realize your potential? Join Team Novo Nordisk and help us make what matters.
The Position
Direct project execution based on input from Project Manager(s) (PM). Coordinate all onsite project related activities in compliance with Novo Nordisk Quality Management System & Environmental, Health & Safety Management system. Ensure project execution activities are delivered within scope, cost, quality & schedule requirements.
Relationships
Senior Project Manager/Sr Manager/Manager.
Essential Functions
Manage the identification & qualifications of the various sub-contractors required for project execution, including all civil & building trades
Develop initial project specific cost estimates & scheduling as it relates to project execution
Create & develop the daily activity project plans in alignment with overall project plans provided by the PM(s)
Create effective & transparent communication systems to drive the project & provide daily status, challenges, mitigation, & next-day activities
Negotiate project resources with LOB management & manage these resources during project execution
Oversees construction site, general contractors, & workers to ensure a high level of quality & safety assuring that the site is safe & secure prior to departure daily
Liaison in matters associated with Federal, State, & Municipal matters, including the City's permitting & inspection requirements
Ensures that the project is constructed & documented in accordance with the contract documents & good engineering practices
Provides technical support to project managers
Assists the Project Manager(s) in change order negotiations
Manage & review the progress of contractors’ construction schedules
Reviews weekly & monthly reports on the status & progress of the contracts, including project costs & potential changes
Close & evaluate the project execution
Complete any other tasks or duties assigned
Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
Other accountabilities, as assigned
Physical Requirements
May move equipment &/or supplies weighing up to 33 pounds within the facility using various body positions. May be required to be on your feet for up to a 12-hour shift. May required corrected vision to 20/20 or 20/25 based on role. May require color vision based on role. May require the ability to work in loud noise environments with hearing protections.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Building Science/Construction Management or equivalent combination of education & experience required
Minimum of five (5) years proven construction management skills in a manufacturing facility, including capital investment projects with major projects in excess of $10M required
Ability to read/review design drawings (CAD) P&ID, HVAC & Electrical systems required
Thorough understanding of technical documents such as URS, SAT, FAT & Validation Protocols required
Proven construction management experience with direct management of multiple projects simultaneously required
Proven expertise in mentoring/development, planning/organizing, managing execution & revising the work plan for complex problems required
Change Management Projects required
Experience with directing the activities of contractors & crews for mechanical, electrical, civil, & structural construction in industrial & process settings required
Initiative & ability to function independently or within a team required
Good judgment in decision making as well as good leadership skills required
Ability to create & manage work plans & detailed project schedules required
Strong analytical/reasoning, organizational & multi-tasking skills required
Demonstrated ability to communicate with key stakeholders in a cross-cultural environment & demonstrates superior written & oral communication skills required
Develops & maintains strong internal & external relationships required
Proficient in basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office required
Strong planning skills preferred
Ability to develop & execute work plan & adapt to changes in the schedule rapidly preferred
Be self-motivated & ability to work with little direct supervision preferred
We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.
At Novo Nordisk we recognize that it is no longer good enough to aspire to be the best company in the world. We need to aspire to be the best company for the world and we know that this is only possible with talented employees with diverse perspectives, backgrounds and cultures. We are therefore committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates the diversity of our employees, the patients we serve and communities we operate in. Together, we’re life changing.
Novo Nordisk is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by local, state or federal laws, rules or regulations.
If you are interested in applying to Novo Nordisk and need special assistance or an accommodation to apply, please call us at 1-855-411-5290. This contact is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications.