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Senior Project Manager – Mission Critical

Role Overview

• Senior Project Manager responsible for leading large-scale industrial and mission-critical construction projects.

• Accountable for project performance, profitability, schedule adherence, and client satisfaction across complex builds.

• Projects typically involve electrical infrastructure, systems integration, and manufacturing or industrial environments.

Target Project Experience

• Experience managing projects with $30M–$50M+ total project scope

• 7+ years of experience in industrial, manufacturing, or mission-critical environments (such as data centers, electrical infrastructure, modular builds, or similar complex facilities)

• Familiarity with electrical scope and systems integration

• Experience coordinating cross-functional teams including engineering, field operations, subcontractors, and client stakeholders

Key Success Indicators

Strong candidates should be able to demonstrate experience with:

• Driving cost savings on projects

o Improving efficiencies, reducing waste, or optimizing project scope

• Improving gross margin or project profitability

o Ability to explain how decisions impacted financial performance

• Managing large and complex project scopes

o Leading detailed schedules, subcontractor coordination, and technical delivery

• Client and stakeholder communication

o Navigating complex customer conversations while maintaining strong relationships

Work Location & Schedule

• Location: Aurora, Colorado

• Schedule: Full-time, on-site

• Role requires daily on-site presence to support field coordination, project teams, and operational execution

Compensation

• Base Salary: $125,000 – $165,000 (depending on experience)

• Bonus eligibility

Lightwave Logic: (Nasdaq: LWLG) is a publicly traded materials and device development company that is conducting cutting-edge work to commercialize its proprietary organic nonlinear polymers for a variety of electro-optic devices and pushing the state of the art in high-speed fiber-optic telecom and data communications. Our development roadmap is geared to disrupt the industry by introducing organic modulators and related photonic integrated circuits that have superior speed, lower power consumption, and smaller size than current technologies. Our materials and devices are extendable into other applications, including sensors and instrumentation.

Job Description

We are seeking a Process Chemist to join our team in Englewood, CO. The Process Chemist designs, develops, optimizes, and scales chemical processes for the pilot to large-scale manufacturing of intermediate and finished products. The Process Chemist leverages their expertise in ensuring that chemical processes are developed so that the chemical reaction(s) is carried out efficiently, safely, and economically, and are within quality and regulatory compliance. By staying current with scientific literature and collaborating across teams, they drive innovation and efficiency. This role involves supporting IP development, maintaining safety standards, and contributing significantly to the team's success in achieving company goals.

Responsibilities

• Designing, developing, and optimizing chemical processes to improve efficiency, yield, and product quality.
• Conducts laboratory experiments to understand chemical reactions and improve process conditions.
• Ensure that chemical processes comply with regulatory requirements and safety standards.
• Conduct small, pilot, or large-scale manufacturing of intermediates and/or finished products.
• Write/execute technical reports, standard operating procedures, and batch records.
• Ability to work second shift, when needed.
• Remain current on relevant scientific literature.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues across the company; use this collaboration to support the company's goals and improve the chemistry team's output.
• Punctually and thoroughly record all work and data in e-notebook, as well as summarize and report ongoing work to the group regularly.
• Exhibit safety awareness, safe work practices, and common laboratory hygiene, and ensure that all members of the chemistry team abide by the safety policies of the company.
• Other duties and projects as assigned.

Qualifications

• BS/MS in chemistry, chemical engineering, or a related discipline.
• 1-3 years’ experience with process development, process optimization, and/or scale-up.
• An understanding and/or familiarity with regulatory compliance in chemical manufacturing.
• Knowledgeable in chemical reaction mechanisms, kinetics, and environmental health and safety practices.
• Ability to use analytical instrumentation (HPLC, GC-MS, DSC, pH meter, etc).
• Ability to operate pilot to large-scale chemistry equipment (chemical reactors, pumps, distillation equipment, etc).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to conduct literature searches for specific target molecules and reactions; ability to use the literature to design efficient synthetic routes, as well as troubleshoot problematic reactions.
• Thorough understanding of modern analytical and spectroscopic techniques and ability to interpret the corresponding data and spectra.
• Quality-first mindset, which leads to the production of highly pure final products.
• Ability to work independently and efficiently, as well as work across and within groups to support the goals of the company.
• Ability to organize work efficiently, carry out multiple operations in parallel, and successfully complete projects in a timely fashion.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.

Compensation

The salary range for this role is $75,000-$90,000.

Benefits

LightwaveLogic offers a highly competitive compensation package including stock options, as well as comprehensive benefits including fully paid medical, dental, and vision insurance coverage (employee and family). a generous PTO policy, $500/year(prorated) company contribution to your medical FSA, and a 401K (safeharbor, 4% match).

EEO Statement

Lightwave Logic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

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Manufacturing Maintenance Technician II (3rd Shift)

Location: Littleton, CO 80129

Full-Time Role

Shift: 3rd Shift (Mon–Fri)

We’re hiring a Manufacturing Maintenance Technician II for one of our clients to support critical production operations and ensure equipment runs safely, efficiently, and reliably.

What You’ll Do

• Perform preventive and corrective maintenance on manual, semi‑automated, and fully automated equipment.
• Troubleshoot and repair mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and controls/PLC systems.
• Diagnose problems, conduct root cause analysis, and implement permanent corrective actions.
• Support equipment upgrades, process validations, and continuous improvement projects.
• Reduce downtime, improve machine performance, and help drive key operational metrics.
• Collaborate with operations, engineering, and other teams to resolve issues quickly.
• Maintain safety compliance, cleanroom standards, and maintenance documentation.

What You Bring

• 2+ years of maintenance experience (5 years preferred).
• Strong skills with tools, test instruments, schematics, and technical drawings.
• Hands-on experience with:
• Electrical & mechanical systems
• PLC controls, logic, networks (Ethernet/DeviceNet)
• Pneumatics & hydraulics
• RF welding, ultrasonic welding, hot plate welding (preferred)
• Ability to work independently and troubleshoot complex issues with high accuracy.
• Effective communication, time management, and a proactive mindset.
• Willingness to pursue internal certifications (e.g., Electrical Safety, RF Welding).

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and move up to 500 lbs with carts/equipment.
• Comfortable working in a cleanroom environment.
• Ability to stand, walk, bend, and use fine motor skills throughout the shift.

About this Client:

This client is a leading Colorado-based heavy civil contractor specializing in asphalt paving, concrete, earthwork, and underground utilities. Known for delivering high-quality infrastructure projects for commercial and public-sector clients with a strong focus on safety, efficiency, and execution.

About this role:

The role oversees all aspects of heavy civil construction projects, serving as the primary liaison for clients and internal teams, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards. Responsible for financial management, contract administration, team leadership, and project coordination from initiation through closeout.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 5+ years’ experience as a Project Manager in heavy civil construction
• Strong understanding of construction financials, cost control, and job costing
• Proficient with construction management software (e.g., HCSS HeavyJob, Trimble Viewpoint Vista)
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines
• Experience with public and private sector projects preferred

Location:

This position is fully onsite in Englewood, CO.

Salary:

The budgeted salary is $130k-$160k.

Next Steps:

If you feel that your background and goals align with this role, please drop your resume here. If there is synergy, we will reach out ASAP.