Mechanical Supervisor - Peak Periods & Passivation

Overview

We are seeking an experienced Mechanical Supervisor to join a major pharmaceutical construction project in Geel, Belgium. This is a high-profile opportunity to work on a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility for a leading global pharmaceutical client.

Who we are

PM Group is an employee owned, international project delivery firm with a team of 4,000+ people. We are focused on growing a sustainable business centred around our people, our clients and trade partners

We are a leading international engineering, architecture, project and construction management firm with a network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US. We have a multi-discipline team of over 4,000 people and we deliver complex, capital projects in the life sciences, mission critical/ICT, advanced manufacturing, energy and food and beverage sectors.

Our Vision is to be a highly valued and creative delivery partner, building a more sustainable world with our clients. To do this our people are key and is where you can play a part. We are continually looking for experienced professionals to join our team.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical installation teams for process equipment and mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry standards (GMP, FDA, EMA) and project specifications.
• Coordinate with construction teams, engineering, commissioning, and project management.
• Monitor installation quality and adherence to approved drawings and technical specifications.
• Manage mechanical contractors and subcontractors to meet safety, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Conduct safety briefings and enforce HSE procedures and permit-to-work requirements.
• Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, and work permits.
• Oversee testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and mechanical system turnover.
• Coordinate preservation and passivation activities to ensure equipment and systems are protected and ready for commissioning.
• Maintain project schedules and provide progress updates to senior management.

Scope

• Be fully familiar with the contract scope, technical documentation package, contract price details and fabrication/supply/construction programme

Coordination

• Monitors the day-to-day site activities of the Contractors, to ensure they complete their contracts in terms of safety, quality, schedule, cost and documentation. Is fully informed on planned activities, work methods and resources.
• Run and minute the contractor weekly meeting. Review and reply where necessary to contractor weekly reports
• Participate in 4-week lookahead meeting and ensure contractors planned work is fully communicate and coordinated with others
• Works closely with other CMT personnel to ensure that interfaces between contractors (co-activity) is well coordinated and that all stakeholders are fully informed.
• Participates in morning planning meeting at workface (‘Whiteboard meetings’)
• Participates in the weekly Coordination Meeting.

Quality

• Monitors the implementation of the Contractors’ Quality plan; carries out daily inspections of the works to ensure the required standards are achieved; witnesses any tests or inspections required under the Inspection and Test Plan.
• Keeps the CM & QA/QC manager informed on all quality matters; advises QA/QC manager of any potential deviations from the IFC documentation and ensures that only approved changes are implemented.
• Track and reviews all contractors’ technical RFI’s, submittals, purchases etc and refers to QA/QC manager or Field Engineering team for input / resolution / approvals
• Ensure First of Kind (FOK) register is in place and the FOK are approved
• Ensure Sample List is in place and all required samples are approved
• Complete a minimum of one specific inspection daily and record in the QIR report
• Liaise with Construction Superintendent and material Controller on free-issue Equipment deliveries, receipt and inspections.
• In conjunction with the QA/QC/Turnover Manager, reviews and approves test packs; provides information to the database controller so that status reports are up-to-date and accurate.
• Participates in system walkdowns, punch-list management, construction close-out and turnover of systems to client and/or the C&Q team.
• Reviews contractors' red-line mark-ups for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintains all documentation Project filing requirements.
• Ensure construction IFC’s are Red-Lined showing progress achieved and accuracy of installation.
• Expedites the close out of punchlists

Commercial

• Be familiar with the contents of the contract, pricing agreement and scope of work
• Advises Construction Superintendent and Contracts Manager in relation to any field variations, scope changes or potential additional costs
• Ensures that any correspondence received from contractors which may have a contractual significance (e.g. cost, quality, and schedule) is copied to the Construction Manager, Area Owner and Contracts Manager.
• Reviews any claims, extra costs against the contract scope and advises the contract administrator for the package.
• Tracks the contractor manpower loading, sequence of working, coordination plan to determine if the contract is working efficiently on the contract and provides feedback to the contract administrator.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in mechanical installations
• Pharmaceutical or cleanroom construction experience preferred
• Knowledge of process piping, HVAC, and utility systems
• Understanding of GMP and validation requirements
• Relevant mechanical engineering qualification or equivalent
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Fluent English required; Dutch / Belgian language skills advantageous
• Valid EU work authorization
• Flexibility to work evening shifts on site

D&I

Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future.

PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.

For more company information visit our company website > Meet Our Team - careers | PM Group

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Responsibilities

• Supervise mechanical installation teams for process equipment and mechanical systems.
• Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry standards (GMP, FDA, EMA) and project specifications.
• Coordinate with construction teams, engineering, commissioning, and project management.
• Monitor installation quality and adherence to approved drawings and technical specifications.
• Manage mechanical contractors and subcontractors to meet safety, quality, and schedule requirements.
• Conduct safety briefings and enforce HSE procedures and permit-to-work requirements.
• Review and approve method statements, risk assessments, and work permits.
• Oversee testing, pre-commissioning, commissioning, and mechanical system turnover.
• Coordinate preservation and passivation activities to ensure equipment and systems are protected and ready for commissioning.
• Maintain project schedules and provide progress updates to senior management.

Scope

• Be fully familiar with the contract scope, technical documentation package, contract price details and fabrication/supply/construction programme

Coordination

• Monitors the day-to-day site activities of the Contractors, to ensure they complete their contracts in terms of safety, quality, schedule, cost and documentation. Is fully informed on planned activities, work methods and resources.
• Run and minute the contractor weekly meeting. Review and reply where necessary to contractor weekly reports
• Participate in 4-week lookahead meeting and ensure contractors planned work is fully communicate and coordinated with others
• Works closely with other CMT personnel to ensure that interfaces between contractors (co-activity) is well coordinated and that all stakeholders are fully informed.
• Participates in morning planning meeting at workface (‘Whiteboard meetings’)
• Participates in the weekly Coordination Meeting.

Quality

• Monitors the implementation of the Contractors’ Quality plan; carries out daily inspections of the works to ensure the required standards are achieved; witnesses any tests or inspections required under the Inspection and Test Plan.
• Keeps the CM & QA/QC manager informed on all quality matters; advises QA/QC manager of any potential deviations from the IFC documentation and ensures that only approved changes are implemented.
• Track and reviews all contractors’ technical RFI’s, submittals, purchases etc and refers to QA/QC manager or Field Engineering team for input / resolution / approvals
• Ensure First of Kind (FOK) register is in place and the FOK are approved
• Ensure Sample List is in place and all required samples are approved
• Complete a minimum of one specific inspection daily and record in the QIR report
• Liaise with Construction Superintendent and material Controller on free-issue Equipment deliveries, receipt and inspections.
• In conjunction with the QA/QC/Turnover Manager, reviews and approves test packs; provides information to the database controller so that status reports are up-to-date and accurate.
• Participates in system walkdowns, punch-list management, construction close-out and turnover of systems to client and/or the C&Q team.
• Reviews contractors' red-line mark-ups for completeness and accuracy.
• Maintains all documentation Project filing requirements.
• Ensure construction IFC’s are Red-Lined showing progress achieved and accuracy of installation.
• Expedites the close out of punchlists

Commercial

• Be familiar with the contents of the contract, pricing agreement and scope of work
• Advises Construction Superintendent and Contracts Manager in relation to any field variations, scope changes or potential additional costs
• Ensures that any correspondence received from contractors which may have a contractual significance (e.g. cost, quality, and schedule) is copied to the Construction Manager, Area Owner and Contracts Manager.
• Reviews any claims, extra costs against the contract scope and advises the contract administrator for the package.
• Tracks the contractor manpower loading, sequence of working, coordination plan to determine if the contract is working efficiently on the contract and provides feedback to the contract administrator.
• Minimum 5 years supervisory experience in mechanical installations
• Pharmaceutical or cleanroom construction experience preferred
• Knowledge of process piping, HVAC, and utility systems
• Understanding of GMP and validation requirements
• Relevant mechanical engineering qualification or equivalent
• Strong leadership and communication skills
• Fluent English required; Dutch / Belgian language skills advantageous
• Valid EU work authorization
• Flexibility to work evening shifts on site

D&I

Inclusion and Diversity are core to our culture and values. Wherever we work, we commit to a culture of mutual respect and belonging by building a truly inclusive workplace rich in diverse people, talents and ideas. Valuing the contributions of all our people and respecting individual differences will sustain our growth into the future.

PM Group is committed to ensuring our hiring process is fair and accessible to all and will provide candidates with disabilities with reasonable accommodations required to participate in the recruitment process. If you require any assistance in this regard, please let us know.

For more company information visit our company website > Meet Our Team - careers | PM Group

#LI-EB1