CQV/CSV Senior Project Manager

Wunderlich-Malec Engineering (WM) is a 100% employee-owned ESOP and one of the largest and most well-established engineering companies in the United States. When you join WM you become part of a company that is:

– 100% employee-owned with 40+ years of industry history
– A Top 5 Systems Integrator Giant
– ENR Top 500 Firm

We have a CQV/CSV Senior Project Manager Opportunity in Portsmouth, NH. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience leading commissioning, qualification, validation, and computer system validation initiatives for capital projects in the life sciences industry.

YOU

When you become part of Wunderlich-Malec you:

• Are a 100% employee-owner
• Work with Fortune 500 clients
• Are part of an ENR (Engineering News Record) Top 500 firm

Right away you will notice the small company feel of Wunderlich-Malec with a strong focus on people.

Empowered Individuals – Employee owned, we hire the best and empower them to develop and deliver solutions.

Rewarded & Motivated – Investing in continuing education and world-class benefits keeps our staff motivated.

Positive Attitudes – Dedicated experts are committed in the long-run and bring a positive, can-do attitude to your project.

Knowledgeable – Recognized industry experts reinforced with ongoing training remain knowledgeable on the latest industry trends and directions.

The Job

WM is seeking a CQV/CSV Senior Project Manager in Portsmouth, NH. The ideal candidate will bring extensive experience leading commissioning, qualification, validation, and computer system validation initiatives for capital projects in the life sciences industry. This role requires strong technical expertise, project leadership, and the ability to deliver compliant, right-first-time solutions across facility, process, utility, and digital infrastructure projects.

Day-to-Day Responsibilities – CQV/CSV Focus

• Lead and manage the end-to-end lifecycle of CQV and CSV projects, from planning through execution and closure
• Develop and implement project execution plans, commissioning and validation master plans, and associated project documentation in alignment with cGMP requirements
• Oversee creation, review, and approval of user requirements, functional specifications, and test protocols (IQ, OQ, PQ)
• Manage project schedules, budgets, risks, and resource allocation to ensure delivery of milestones on time and within budget
• Direct and coordinate internal teams, contractors, and vendors in the execution of CQV/CSV activities
• Guide clients in strategic decision-making, balancing compliance, quality, cost, and schedule considerations
• Ensure project deliverables meet regulatory, business, and technical expectations
• Maintain consistent communication with clients and internal leadership on progress, issues, and resolutions
• Act as the client’s representative when required, managing third parties and ensuring alignment with project objectives

Leadership & Team Engagement – WME Employee-Owner Role

• Provide leadership and direction for small to large, highly complex, multi-disciplinary CQV and CSV projects
• Build and mentor high-performing project teams to deliver against goals and regulatory expectations
• Develop strong vendor and client relationships to ensure service excellence and trust
• Collaborate across engineering, automation, quality, and IT functions to ensure seamless project execution
• Uphold accountability for overall project and program success, driving both compliance and business value

WHAT WE NEED

• Bachelor’s degree (preferably Engineering, Construction Management or related field)
• 3+ years as a capital Project Manager within the Life Sciences industry
• 3+ years hands-on CQV/CSV execution experience
• Experience in life sciences required

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

• Exemplary communication skills
• Consistently maintains a positive and encouraging attitude
• Forward-looking and focused on the best resolution
• Proactively seeks and accepts new challenges
• Organized and prompt
• Servant leader, focused on leadership and advocating for their people before themselves
• PMP certification beneficial

position Demands

• Seeing, color perception, hearing, listening, clear speech, dexterity in hands, driving, ability to travel distances
• Travel – minimum 25% unless located nearby
  • Expectation is to be onsite during project execution 100%
• Standard office environment: frequent use of personal computer, facsimile and copy machines, along with miscellaneous office equipment.

*Job Descriptions are not exhaustive lists of all skills, responsibilities, or efforts associated with a job. They reflect principal job elements essential for performing the job and evaluating performance.

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