Mechanical Construction Team Leader

Our client is currently seeking aMechanical Construction Team Leaderto join their team in Austin, Texas. This position offers a competitive salary range of $160,000 to $190,000 per year and plays a critical role in overseeing the mechanical construction of a bio-pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in the United States. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience in managing the installation of mechanical systems, including HVAC, clean utilities, and process piping, while ensuring strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements. This leadership role requires not only deep technical knowledge and construction management expertise but also strong collaboration with internal teams, subcontractors, and external stakeholders. The Day-to-Day: • Analyze and interpret client requirements and reflect the company’s technical strengths in the mechanical design process. • Conduct in-depth reviews of RFPs, F&IDs, and related documentation to accurately identify technical requirements for key production equipment such as purification systems and sterilizers, ensuring their integration into the overall process and facility design. • Provide technical support during the early design phase, including mechanical layout planning, equipment arrangement, and utility load estimation. • Propose mechanical system solutions optimized for the client’s production process and operational efficiency. • Support the detailed design review and approval process for mechanical systems, ensuring alignment with client expectations and project specifications. • Lead and manage all mechanical construction activities on bio-pharmaceutical plant sites, including HVAC systems, clean utilities (WFI, PW, Clean Steam), and process piping. • Supervise subcontractors and mechanical field crews, ensuring safety, schedule adherence, quality standards, and regulatory compliance. • Coordinate with project managers, engineering/design teams, and QA/QC personnel to ensure integrated project execution. • Monitor project timelines, budgets, construction quality, and work progress; proactively identify and resolve issues impacting performance or compliance. • Provide technical input during design and construction phases, including constructability reviews and value engineering. • Ensure strict adherence to cGMP, FDA, and local building codes throughout mechanical construction phases. • Support validation and commissioning activities for mechanical systems to ensure compliance with project and regulatory requirements. • Maintain detailed project records, construction documentation, and reporting. • Represent the mechanical team in project meetings with clients, consultants, and regulatory bodies. Qualifications: • High School Diploma or GED required. • Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Construction Management, or a closely related field. • 15+ years of overall experience in mechanical construction or engineering, including at least 3 years of recent experience in bio-pharmaceutical or life science manufacturing facility projects. • Proven hands-on experience managing the installation and integration of cleanroom mechanical systems and clean utilities. • In-depth knowledge of cGMP, FDA, and industry-specific mechanical system requirements. • Strong ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, P&IDs, specifications, and schedules. • Excellent leadership and team coordination skills in multidisciplinary project environments. Preferred Qualifications: • Construction experience with facilities located in Texas. • Prior experience working with multinational construction firms or in multicultural environments (e.g., Asia-based clients or general contractors). • Prior experience with EPC or EPCM projects in the bio-pharmaceutical, biotech, or high-tech manufacturing sectors. • Familiarity with ISPE Baseline Guides, ASME BPE, and FDA/EMA regulatory frameworks. • Professional Engineer (PE) license or PMP certification is a plus. • Working knowledge of BIM coordination tools (e.g., Revit, Navisworks) and construction management software. • Strong professional network in the bio-pharmaceutical construction and EPC industries. Pay Rate: • $160k to $190k /per yr Job Type: Full-time Pay: $160,000.00 - $190,000.00 per year Benefits: • Health insurance Application Question(s): • How many total years of experience do you have in construction? Experience: • Pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing facilities: 5 years (Preferred) Work Location: In person