Construction Manager

Construction Manager

Location: Gent, Belgium - Full time on site

Duration: Until December 2026

Hours: Full time

The Construction Manager is an experienced and recognized technical expert in the Design, Construction, Safety, Verification and Startup of facilities. The principal role is to provide expertise during the execution of assigned cell and gene therapy capital construction project. They will develop and implement a project-specific construction approach in alignment with J&J global and regional construction management strategies. They will facilitate safe building design and construction while protecting contractors who construct our facilities. The diversity and complexity of facilities requires knowledge and technical specialization to recognize and control risks posed by all construction activities and related works in the construction and renovation of manufacturing sites, warehouses, office buildings and laboratories.

The Construction Manager must work with leaders in all parts of our business and in all cultures to implement effective solutions. They must follow a consistent, scalable and harmonized approach across the enterprise to improve efficiency and effectiveness in diverse cultures and regions. In pursuit of this vision, they will collaborate with the Project Team on implementing appropriate contracting strategies and associated contracts and in identification of regional vendor expertise to execute construction. They will support the Project Team in making most prudent execution and contracting decisions during:

Contract development in alignment with Legal, Risk Management and Procurement expertise; construction safety, constructability, owner/contractor negotiations, change orders, schedule adherence and contingency utilization.

roles and responsibilities

• Front End Loading – build on existing FEL practices while identifying and focusing on key practices within FEL that drive best results.

• Qualification Construction Partners - Effectively engage with Project Leaders, CCFS, EHS, Construction Safety to select the appropriate external partners for construction in our various regions of project execution.

• Policies & procedures – Understand, deploy and offer improvements to policies, procedures and programs crafted to promote FEL, vendor selection, construction labor, safety, constructability, quality construction and on time performance as well as ensure compliance with applicable global and local laws. Work with management and project teams to evaluate and to implement policy conformance.

• Goals and Reporting - Track goals and targets for Construction Management deployment including reporting frequency and KPI’s.

• Reviews/Assessments – Regularly conduct assessments and reviews in close collaboration with Project Team. Discuss positive observations, areas for improvement and lead the development of required action plans. Partner with Construction Safety to conduct similar assessments and reviews focused on the safety of project.

• Demonstrates a proven track record of safe & efficient project delivery along with excellent leadership, interpersonal and communication skills.

• Continuous Improvement – Ensure Construction Management records and leverages lessons learned and key findings adoption.

• Communication- Develop Construction Management related communications for the project. Participate and present in management meetings, project meetings and staff meetings. Collaborate across all functional areas within project to provide technical solutions on cost effective strategies in the Construction Management area.

how to succeed

Education:

• University/Bachelor’s or equivalent degree is required. Science, Engineering, Architecture or related Construction Management field/degree is a strong desire. 

Experience and Skills:

Required: 

• A minimum of eight to ten (8-10) years of related work experience. 

• Progressive experience in Construction Management.

• Demonstrated knowledge and experience identifying, mitigating and controlling the broad spectrum of risks in capital construction projects, including contract understanding and enforcement.

• Interactions with construction labor force and related field activities in enforcement of contract terms and conditions.

• Construction safety and sub-contractor responsibilities to handle risk, drive cost, schedule, quality and safety expectations.

Preferred:

• FPX or PMP Certified

• Experience tracking technology and industry trends

Other:

• Significant experience leading construction professionals in project collaborative relationships (indirect/dotted-line reporting). Experience controlling a comprehensive array of construction risks.

• Strong communicator & influencer who is credible, self-assured and highly capable of negotiating successful outcomes with key business leaders.

• Ability to lead multiple demands simultaneously and to collaborate in a team-oriented environment.

• Highly developed interpersonal and cross-cultural skills are required to partner well with associates at all levels and functions across our global enterprise. 

• Strong written and oral English communication skills are required. 

• Fluent in Dutch & English.

• Excellent proven Construction Project Management skills, including the capability to lead and influence teams, produce and maintain project schedules and budgets, create dashboards and track metrics, and assemble project information into clearly written reports that document findings & recommendations and communicate progress.

benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for until December 2026

you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine

Patients inform and inspire our science-based innovations, which continue to change and save lives. Applying rigorous science and compassion, we confidently address some of the most complex diseases of our time and unlock the potential medicines of tomorrow.

Our diverse portfolio spans multiple therapeutic areas — Oncology, Immunology, Neuroscience, Cardiovascular, Pulmonary Hypertension, and Retina.

We are continuously working to develop treatments, aspiring to find cures, pioneering the path from lab to life, and championing patients every step of the way.

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. 

The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.