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PM Group places Project Leads across infrastructure, life sciences, and industrial sectors, where engineering credentials and cross-functional delivery experience drive hiring. The company has sponsored work visas for this function, including employment-based Green Card pathways and OPT extensions, making it a viable target for international candidates with project management backgrounds.
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Overview
The CQV Project Manager position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group’s quickly growing Philadelphia area Outsourced Technical Services (OTS) team at a client site in Philadelphia. Outsourced Technical Services (OTS) is an integral part of PM Group’s ability to support clients across the complete project life cycle. We have over 50 years’ industry experience, strong technical knowledge and integrated resources. Clients look to us to provide experienced technical professionals that complement their project teams. Together we are sharing knowledge, learning, growing and continuing to be an integral part of supporting PM Group’s ongoing expansion in the US. This is an advanced level career position and we are looking for a professional who enjoys client interaction as well as the technical aspects of the position. This position requires an understanding of the technical aspects of commissioning (Cx), qualification and validation (CQV). The ability to successfully handle multiple real-time complex projects while maintaining a strong work ethic, and drive to deliver for clients, as a collaborative colleague, is necessary for this role. Understanding and applying the principals of good documentation practices (CGDP) is essential to performing in this position. The CQV Project Manager is mentored by more senior level CQV team members, provides guidance to less experienced CQV staff, and will report to the Director of CQV. Their responsibilities will include document development as well as testing execution to meet client qualification needs. Expect project work to include all levels of qualification from design to completion. Project sizes will vary and the duties of the role require periodic travel to client sites. PM Group is an employee owned, international project delivery firm with a team of 4,000+ people. We are world leaders in the pharma, food, biotech, medical technology and mission critical sectors. From our network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US, we work with the world's leading organizations. We are focused on growing a sustainable business centered on our people, our clients and trade partners.
Responsibilities
- Performs work in compliance with PM Group’s Service Delivery Platforms and Quality Management System (QMS)
- Safe execution of all project deliverables
- Overall responsibility for the CQV technical/commercial delivery and project execution
- Simultaneously manage multiple CQV projects, teams, cross-functional teams and technology transfer teams to successfully deliver projects within scope, schedule and budget. Coordinate the CQV activities between all disciplines
- Draft project proposals based on client RFPs identifying CQV resource needs, including equipment, staff and timelines
- Develop and maintain good Customer relationships and set up appropriate communications and reporting structures (meeting, reports etc.)
- Independently assess the qualification needs of equipment, facilities, utilities, and systems while tracking progress on all Customer complaints. Monitor project execution strategy effectiveness and implement controls to mitigate risk
- Provide technical guidance to less experienced CQV team members
- Monitor and enforce regulatory compliance with PM Group and Customer procedures
- Lead factory site acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT) activities
- Direct commissioning pre-functional checklist (PFC) development, and commissioning functional performance testing (FPT) activities
- Proactively assist in determining client needs related to the development of user requirements specifications (URS)
- Perform system impact analysis (SIA) and develop tractability matrices
- Perform facility CGMP Design Reviews
- Manage the validation change control process and lead the document review and approval process
- Ensure the implementation of current good manufacturing practices (CGMP), good engineering practices (GEP) including documentation practices (CGDP)
- Close out of projects including certification, handover, close-out review/report, project metrics, capturing “Lessons Learned” and filing/archiving
- Special projects as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree is required; an engineering degree is preferred
- 7-10 Years of CQV experience in CGMP Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Biotech and/or Cell & Gene Therapy industries
- Thorough understanding of current good engineering practices (GEP) and CGMP
- Familiarity with earned value management systems; PMP and or Agile Project Management certification is preferred
- Demonstrated excellent team leadership skills
- Excellent verbal communication, written communication, technical report writing, presentation skills and the ability to author technical and scientific reports
- Fluent in the review of basic design drawings
- The ability to travel as needed for client development and project execution
All of your information is confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Why PM Group?
As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2025 business strategy. 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.
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Overview
The CQV Project Manager position is an exciting opportunity to join PM Group’s quickly growing Philadelphia area Outsourced Technical Services (OTS) team at a client site in Philadelphia. Outsourced Technical Services (OTS) is an integral part of PM Group’s ability to support clients across the complete project life cycle. We have over 50 years’ industry experience, strong technical knowledge and integrated resources. Clients look to us to provide experienced technical professionals that complement their project teams. Together we are sharing knowledge, learning, growing and continuing to be an integral part of supporting PM Group’s ongoing expansion in the US. This is an advanced level career position and we are looking for a professional who enjoys client interaction as well as the technical aspects of the position. This position requires an understanding of the technical aspects of commissioning (Cx), qualification and validation (CQV). The ability to successfully handle multiple real-time complex projects while maintaining a strong work ethic, and drive to deliver for clients, as a collaborative colleague, is necessary for this role. Understanding and applying the principals of good documentation practices (CGDP) is essential to performing in this position. The CQV Project Manager is mentored by more senior level CQV team members, provides guidance to less experienced CQV staff, and will report to the Director of CQV. Their responsibilities will include document development as well as testing execution to meet client qualification needs. Expect project work to include all levels of qualification from design to completion. Project sizes will vary and the duties of the role require periodic travel to client sites. PM Group is an employee owned, international project delivery firm with a team of 4,000+ people. We are world leaders in the pharma, food, biotech, medical technology and mission critical sectors. From our network of offices in Europe, Asia and the US, we work with the world's leading organizations. We are focused on growing a sustainable business centered on our people, our clients and trade partners.
Responsibilities
- Performs work in compliance with PM Group’s Service Delivery Platforms and Quality Management System (QMS)
- Safe execution of all project deliverables
- Overall responsibility for the CQV technical/commercial delivery and project execution
- Simultaneously manage multiple CQV projects, teams, cross-functional teams and technology transfer teams to successfully deliver projects within scope, schedule and budget. Coordinate the CQV activities between all disciplines
- Draft project proposals based on client RFPs identifying CQV resource needs, including equipment, staff and timelines
- Develop and maintain good Customer relationships and set up appropriate communications and reporting structures (meeting, reports etc.)
- Independently assess the qualification needs of equipment, facilities, utilities, and systems while tracking progress on all Customer complaints. Monitor project execution strategy effectiveness and implement controls to mitigate risk
- Provide technical guidance to less experienced CQV team members
- Monitor and enforce regulatory compliance with PM Group and Customer procedures
- Lead factory site acceptance testing (FAT) and site acceptance testing (SAT) activities
- Direct commissioning pre-functional checklist (PFC) development, and commissioning functional performance testing (FPT) activities
- Proactively assist in determining client needs related to the development of user requirements specifications (URS)
- Perform system impact analysis (SIA) and develop tractability matrices
- Perform facility CGMP Design Reviews
- Manage the validation change control process and lead the document review and approval process
- Ensure the implementation of current good manufacturing practices (CGMP), good engineering practices (GEP) including documentation practices (CGDP)
- Close out of projects including certification, handover, close-out review/report, project metrics, capturing “Lessons Learned” and filing/archiving
- Special projects as assigned
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree is required; an engineering degree is preferred
- 7-10 Years of CQV experience in CGMP Pharmaceutical, Life Sciences, Biotech and/or Cell & Gene Therapy industries
- Thorough understanding of current good engineering practices (GEP) and CGMP
- Familiarity with earned value management systems; PMP and or Agile Project Management certification is preferred
- Demonstrated excellent team leadership skills
- Excellent verbal communication, written communication, technical report writing, presentation skills and the ability to author technical and scientific reports
- Fluent in the review of basic design drawings
- The ability to travel as needed for client development and project execution
All of your information is confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Why PM Group?
As an employee-owned company, we are inclusive, committed and driven. Corporate Responsibility and Sustainability are the heart of our new 2025 business strategy. 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.
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Align your credentials to PM Group's sectors
PM Group focuses on life sciences, food and beverage, and advanced manufacturing. Frame your project management experience around regulated-industry delivery, commissioning, or capital project execution before you apply, since generic PM credentials get screened out early.
Target open Project Lead roles by practice area
PM Group posts Project Lead roles across multiple engineering disciplines. Use Migrate Mate to filter open positions by visa type and practice area so you're applying to the roles most aligned with your sponsorship pathway, not blanket-applying across all openings.
Understand the TN pathway for Canadian and Mexican applicants
TN status covers engineers and management consultants in specific classifications. If your Project Lead role falls under a qualifying TN category, you can enter status at the border without USCIS filing, which eliminates PERM processing timelines from your planning.
Request PERM timeline clarity at the offer stage
For EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship, PERM labor certification is the first step and typically takes 12 to 18 months with DOL. Ask your recruiter which priority date PM Group uses for backlogged nationals, specifically India-born applicants in EB-2 or EB-3 categories.
Document cross-functional leadership with measurable outcomes
PM Group's Project Lead roles require demonstrated ownership of multi-discipline teams and client deliverables. Build a portfolio of project outcomes tied to schedule and scope performance. Sponsorship conversations move faster when you can show delivery track record in capital project environments.
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Does PM Group sponsor H-1B visas for Project Leads?
PM Group's documented sponsorship activity for Project Lead roles has focused primarily on employment-based Green Card pathways such as EB-2 and EB-3, along with F-1 OPT and TN status. H-1B sponsorship is not prominently reflected in their recent filing history for this function, so it's worth asking your recruiter directly whether the specific role qualifies for H-1B consideration.
Which visa types are commonly used for Project Lead roles at PM Group?
PM Group has sponsored F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, TN, and employment-based Green Cards including EB-2 and EB-3 classifications for roles in this function. TN is the fastest pathway for Canadian and Mexican nationals whose roles fall under qualifying engineering or management consultant categories. EB-2 and EB-3 require PERM labor certification through DOL before USCIS petition filing.
What qualifications or experience are expected for Project Lead roles at PM Group?
PM Group typically seeks Project Leads with an engineering degree and hands-on experience managing capital projects in regulated sectors like pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, food and beverage, or advanced manufacturing. Familiarity with commissioning processes, multi-discipline team coordination, and client-facing delivery in a consulting environment strengthens your candidacy significantly over generalist project management backgrounds.
How do I apply for Project Lead jobs at PM Group?
You can browse and apply for open Project Lead positions at PM Group through Migrate Mate, which filters listings by visa sponsorship type so you can identify roles aligned with your immigration status. Before applying, tailor your application to PM Group's sector focus, whether life sciences, industrial, or infrastructure, and be prepared to discuss your authorization timeline during screening.
How do I plan my timeline if PM Group offers EB-3 sponsorship for a Project Lead role?
EB-3 sponsorship begins with PERM labor certification filed with DOL, which takes roughly 12 to 18 months under standard processing. After PERM approval, PM Group files an I-140 petition with USCIS. Applicants born in India face significantly longer waits for visa number availability due to per-country backlogs, so factor current priority dates from the State Department Visa Bulletin into your planning from the offer stage.
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