Senior Project Manager - Life Science, Advanced Tech, Healthcare

Job Description

Job DescriptionThe Opportunity

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, technically demanding construction projects across advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, and other specialized markets.

This is an opportunity for an established construction leader who enjoys taking ownership of challenging projects, leading high-performing teams, building strong client relationships, and delivering exceptional results. Ideal candidates will bring experience managing large-scale projects or multiple smaller projects in environments such as advanced technology facilities, semiconductor manufacturing, data centers, life sciences laboratories, pharmaceutical facilities, hospitals, medical centers, and other complex institutional or technical projects.

As a Senior Project Manager, you will have direct responsibility for all aspects of one large, complex project or multiple small-to-mid-sized projects. You will lead projects through every phase of the construction lifecycle, including estimating, purchasing, engineering, accounting, construction, safety, and quality assurance.

This role requires strong technical knowledge, sound business judgment, advanced problem-solving abilities, and the ability to identify and mitigate project risks. Equally important is the ability to develop, mentor, and lead project teams while building lasting relationships with clients, design partners, and key trade partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead new project pursuits, including the development and management of proposals, schedules, and cost estimates. Play an active role in business development activities.

• Provide leadership and expertise in design-build, design-assist, and other alternative project delivery methods.

• Plan and execute the bidding process for new projects, ensuring thorough subcontractor coverage, accurate pricing, and effective risk assessment and mitigation.

• Develop and manage conceptual and detailed estimates throughout preconstruction and construction, including GMP estimates and internal project budgets.

• Negotiate and develop contracts that protect the company's interests, minimize unnecessary risk, and maximize fee opportunities.

• Lead subcontractor selection, buyout, and contract negotiations, including the development and execution of subcontract agreements.

• Oversee all aspects of project management across complex or multiple projects, including estimating, preconstruction, procurement, submittals, change orders, RFIs, budgeting, financial reporting, cost forecasting, billing, scheduling, quality control, and project closeout.

• Proactively identify challenges, resolve project issues, and implement solutions that keep projects on track.

• Ensure permits, inspections, testing, and procurement activities are properly coordinated to prevent schedule delays.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, owners' representatives, design teams, subcontractors, and project stakeholders. Lead owner, architect, and contractor (OAC) meetings and maintain consistent communication throughout the project.

• Identify and implement opportunities to improve project efficiency through construction technology, sustainability, Lean practices, and self-perform work.

• Collaborate closely with Superintendents and field management to plan, organize, and direct site activities while resolving field challenges.

• Supervise, mentor, and develop project staff, supporting their professional growth and overall team performance.

• Uphold company values, policies, procedures, ethics, and professionalism.

• Champion project safety by reinforcing safety policies, participating in safety meetings, and ensuring safety standards and practices are consistently maintained.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent relevant construction experience.

• 10+ years of progressive construction project management experience.

• Strong project portfolio within one or more of the following sectors: advanced technology, semiconductor, data centers, mission-critical facilities, healthcare, hospitals, OSHPD/HCAI, life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, laboratories, GMP, BSL, process piping, operating rooms, surgery centers, or medical centers.

• Experience managing technically complex, MEP-intensive construction projects.

• Proficiency with construction scheduling, budgeting, estimating, and project management software.

• Ability to develop, manage, and maintain detailed project schedules.

• OSHA 10 certification required. LEED AP and/or DBIA certifications preferred.

• Experience negotiating and developing contracts that protect the company's interests.

• Experience overseeing complex construction projects from preconstruction through completion.

• Demonstrated success delivering projects on schedule, within budget, and in accordance with quality standards and client expectations.

• Strong interpersonal, communication, leadership, and team development skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with conceptual estimating, budgeting, and unit cost development.

• Experience leading subcontractor selection, buyout, and contract negotiations.

• Experience managing complex or multiple construction projects, including estimating, procurement, submittals, RFIs, change orders, financial reporting, scheduling, quality control, and closeout.

• Experience with construction technology, sustainability, Lean practices, and self-perform work.

• Demonstrated ability to lead project teams and effectively manage client, subcontractor, and stakeholder relationships.

• Experience working in occupied facilities or around active operations.

• Experience coordinating architects, engineers, owners, subcontractors, and specialty vendors.

• Experience with constructability reviews and value engineering.

• LEED AP and/or DBIA certification.

Compensation

The anticipated base salary range for this position is $158,000–$250,000 annually, depending on experience, education, qualifications, and alignment with the scope of the role.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

• Opportunity to lead complex, high-profile construction projects.

• Work across some of the most technically demanding and specialized construction markets.

• Significant ownership and involvement throughout the entire project lifecycle.

• Opportunity to influence project strategy, business development, and client relationships.

• Leadership role with the ability to mentor and develop the next generation of construction professionals.