Construction

Sr Construction Project Manager – Laboratory (R+D) project

$200K/yr - $240K/yr
Newark, NJ (On-site)
Full Time

Our client is a well known global company offering Design, Strategy, and Construction services for a variety of clients representing diverse industries like Education, Life Sciences, and Consumer Goods.

They have grown to 45+ offices across 20+ countries thanks to strong client partnerships cultivated by engaged and motivated employees. The company’s continued focus on career development, well-being, and recognition/awards are a few reasons tenured employees highlight as reasons they have stuck around so long.

The Sr PM will be joining a well established team yet play an integral part in the leadership of a key project while aiding in the growth of their Life Sciences division.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the Preconstruction team on preparation of the budget and schedule
  • Participate in all Bidding and Contracting Procedures
  • Manage subcontractor and bid process
  • Manage contract descoping and establishing scope of work for all trades
  • Work with subcontractors and vendors to enhance the value of construction while identifying opportunities to reduce costs
  • Work with contractors to develop and implement a mobilization plan prior to the arrival of labor and materials on the jobsite
  • Work with contractors to establish and maintain a safe working environment on the jobsite
  • Establish project controls
  • Keep Project Director apprised of the status of the budget and schedule in a timely manner
  • Maintain project records
  • Schedule and observe all inspections, tests, commissioning, validating, and certification procedures

Experience

  • Minimum 10 years of prior experience managing the construction of laboratories including R&D or process development in the NY/NJ area
  • Familiar with construction Accounting principles, job cost controls, and management systems in addition to maintaining detailed Project Controls and records
  • Experience constructing clean environments
  • Strong knowledge of commissioning and validation of Lab facilities
  • Knowledge of isolating and protecting areas from new construction activities
  • Experience with GMP contracts and lump sum contracts
  • Ability to work independently while maintaining strong communication with leadership teams
  • Highly collaborative with a dedicated commitment to providing superior client service
  • Demonstrated ability to manage team and project meetings

Offer

  • Competitive base salary from $200k to $240k+
  • Strong performance bonuses
  • 401k w/ company match, Health Benefits
  • Continued growth and development opportunities
  • Flexible work environment