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Project Manager – Instrumentation Service Provider (ISP)

PACIV

Indianapolis, IN

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JOB DETAILS
JOB TYPE
Full-time
SKILLS
Automation, Bid Analysis, Biology, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Budgeting, Channel Support, Communication Skills, Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Control Systems, Cross-Functional, Customer Relations, Documentation, ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), Equipment Specification, GxP, Healthcare, Industrial Management, Instrumentation, Instrumentation Engineering, Internet Service Providers, Leadership, Maintain Compliance, Manufacturing, Manufacturing Systems, Manufacturing/Industrial Processes, Mentoring, Microsoft Office, NetSuite, Performance Analysis, Problem Solving Skills, Process Engineering, Process Improvement, Process Management, Procurement Management, Procurement Strategy, Project Execution, Project Lifecycle, Project Management Certification, Project Management Professional (PMP), Project Planning, Project/Program Management, Purchase Orders, Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Metrics, Recruiting/Staffing Agency, Regulatory Compliance, Request for Proposals (RFP), Resource Management, Risk, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Systems Administration/Management, Systems Engineering, Team Player, Vendor/Supplier Management, Vendor/Supplier Selection
LOCATION
Indianapolis, IN
POSTED
4 days ago
Project Manager – Instrumentation Service Provider (ISP)
Location: Indianapolis, IN
Company: PACIV
Employment Type: Full-Time | Direct Hire
PACIV stands for Process Automation, Controls, Instrumentation, & Validation.

We are a trusted engineering and instrumentation services partner supporting many leading manufacturing, wastewater, utilities, pharmaceutical, and life sciences companies. We deliver high-impact solutions in instrumentation, process systems, and regulated manufacturing environments.

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our Indianapolis, IN team and lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects involving industrial equipment, process instrumentation, and engineered systems.

If you are a technical project leader with strong experience in process equipment, procurement, and project execution, this is an opportunity to drive mission-critical work in a fast-growing industry.
 
Key Responsibilities

End-to-End Project Leadership
  • Lead full project lifecycle delivery (planning through closeout) for ISP projects
  • Ensure success across scope, budget, schedule, and quality targets
  • Develop execution strategies, project plans, and resource allocation models
Technical & Engineering Oversight
  • Define and validate technical scope and equipment specifications
  • Review engineering documents for accuracy, completeness, and constructability
  • Manage instrumentation systems including:
    • Valves, transmitters, analyzers
    • Control systems and process equipment
    • Critical manufacturing components
Procurement & Vendor Management
  • Own procurement strategy and execution, including:
    • RFQs, vendor selection, and bid analysis
    • Contract negotiations and purchase order management
  • Partner with suppliers to ensure spec accuracy, lead times, and quality standards
  • Track equipment lifecycle from fabrication through delivery and installation
Stakeholder & Client Engagement
  • Serve as the primary client-facing project leader
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams across engineering, procurement, and vendors
  • Lead project meetings, reporting, and performance tracking
Risk, Compliance & Continuous 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
Leadership & Mentorship
  • Mentor junior project staff
  • Foster a collaborative, high-performance team environment
Qualifications
  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a technical discipline (preferred)
  • 9+ years of experience in project management for instrumentation, industrial equipment, or process systems
  • 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
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and problem-solving skills
  • Experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or regulated industries strongly preferred
Preferred: PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
Why Join PACIV?
  • Managing high-impact, technically complex projects
  • Direct involvement with instrumentation and critical process equipment
  • A collaborative, growth-focused environment with strong career progression potential
  • The ability to directly influence project success and client outcomes
  • Make a measurable impact on projects that support life-saving manufacturing
Compensation & Benefits
  • Competitive base salary
  • 90% employer-paid healthcare premiums
  • 401(k) with 4% company match + immediate vesting
  • Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contributions
  • Generous PTO and recognized company holidays
Additional Information
  • This is a full-time, direct hire position (no C2C or 1099)
  • PACIV does not engage with external recruitment agencies
  • Employment is contingent upon background screening
PACIV is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to building an inclusive workplace.

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