Who are we?
Amaris Consulting is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade – this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here's what our recruitment process looks like:
Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!
Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 - the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!
Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.
As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.
We look forward to meeting you!
Job description
Location: Gent, Belgium
Company: Amaris Consulting (part of Mantu Group)
Client Site: Leading Global Pharmaceutical Company
About Amaris Consulting:
Amaris Consulting is a global technology and management consulting firm. We connect talented professionals with exciting projects at leading companies worldwide. We are currently seeking an experienced Construction Manager to join our team and work on-site at one of our prestigious clients in the pharmaceutical sector in Gent.
Role Overview:
As a Construction Manager, you will act as a technical expert in the design, construction, safety, verification, and startup of facilities for cell and gene therapy capital construction projects. You will develop and implement project-specific construction approaches in alignment with global and regional strategies, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of complex projects such as manufacturing sites, warehouses, office buildings, and laboratories.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide expertise throughout the execution of assigned capital construction projects, ensuring alignment with client strategies.
- Develop and implement construction approaches tailored to each project.
- Facilitate safe building design and construction, protecting contractors and ensuring compliance with all safety standards.
- Collaborate with project leaders and cross-functional teams to select and qualify external construction partners.
- Ensure adherence to policies, procedures, and programs related to construction safety, quality, and performance.
- Track and report on goals, KPIs, and project progress.
- Conduct regular assessments and reviews, identifying areas for improvement and leading the development of action plans.
- Support contract development and negotiations, schedule adherence, and change order management.
- Drive continuous improvement by capturing and leveraging lessons learned.
- Develop and deliver construction management communications, and participate in management and project meetings.
- Provide technical solutions and cost-effective strategies across all functional project areas.
Profile Requirements:
Education:
- University/Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
- Degree in Science, Engineering, Architecture, or a related Construction Management field is highly desirable.
Experience and Skills:
- 8-10 years of progressive experience in Construction Management.
- Demonstrated expertise in identifying, mitigating, and controlling risks in capital construction projects.
- Strong understanding of contract development, enforcement, and negotiations.
- Experience managing construction labor forces and field activities.
- Proven track record in construction safety, quality, cost, and schedule management.
- Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills.
Preferred:
- FPX or PMP certification.
- Experience with tracking technology and industry trends.
What We Offer:
- Opportunity to work on-site at a leading global pharmaceutical company in Gent.
- Dynamic and innovative work environment.
- Professional growth and development opportunities.
- Ongoing support from Amaris Consulting throughout your assignment.
Amaris Consulting is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to promoting diversity within the workforce and creating an inclusive working environment. For this purpose, we welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or other characteristics.