Deputy Construction Manager (Pharmaceutical, Copenhagen)

Job summary

An experienced Deputy Construction Manager is needed to assist in the successful delivery of a significant pharmaceutical project in Copenhagen, Denmark. This role involves collaborating with the Construction Manager to coordinate site activities, ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, and drive project delivery.

Qualifications

• Degree or equivalent in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field.
• Proven experience in construction management or senior site management within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or regulated industrial projects.
• Strong understanding of GMP environments and challenges related to laboratory and cleanroom construction.
• Experience managing multidisciplinary teams across Mechanical, Electrical, and CSA scopes.
• Ability to coordinate complex retrofit projects in live operational facilities.
• Excellent knowledge of construction planning, quality management, and contractor coordination.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with experience in international project teams.
• Proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong organizational and leadership skills.
• Fluent in English; additional Scandinavian language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Construction Manager in planning, coordinating, and executing construction activities within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Lead multidisciplinary construction teams, including Mechanical, Electrical, and CSA package leads.
• Coordinate with Safety, Contracts, Quality, and Commissioning teams for seamless project execution.
• Ensure compliance with GMP requirements, industry standards, and building regulations.
• Develop and update detailed construction schedules, coordinating retrofit works to minimize disruption.
• Drive quality assurance and control processes, ensuring adherence to approved specifications.
• Manage interfaces between client representatives, design teams, contractors, and regulatory bodies.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Monitor site productivity and escalate issues for timely resolution.
• Prepare regular project reports on status, performance, risks, and recovery actions.
• Promote a strong safety culture in line with project HSE standards.

Skills

• Strong organizational and leadership capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proactive and solutions-focused mindset.

Education

• Degree or equivalent qualification in a relevant field.

Tools

• Familiarity with construction management software and tools relevant to project planning and execution.