Onsite Senior Life Science Project Manager

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About the role

  • Senior Project Manager leading and supporting lab relocation projects within biotechnology environments. Responsible for managing full project lifecycle while coordinating with diverse teams for successful execution.

Responsibilities

  • Lead complex lab relocation projects from start to finish
  • Serve as primary client contact for projects ranging from small to multi-million-dollar transitions
  • Develop and manage detailed project schedules, budgets, and risk plans for projects in varied regulatory environments
  • Coordinate scientists, lab managers, facilities teams, general contractors, and specialty vendors
  • Deliver projects on time, on budget, and with minimal research disruption
  • Provide technical laboratory expertise
  • Inventory and validate lab equipment including power, HVAC, exhaust, plumbing, and specialty utilities
  • Interpret architectural and MEP drawings
  • Coordinate equipment placement, casework, and workflow planning
  • Plan shutdown and restart sequencing to protect equipment and research integrity
  • Drive financial and operational performance
  • Build and manage project budgets and forecasts
  • Negotiate vendor scopes and manage change orders
  • Maintain accurate documentation and reporting
  • Meet defined margin and KPI targets

Requirements

  • 7+ years of project management experience supporting laboratory relocations, life science facilities, clinical, and/or research environments
  • BA/BS in life sciences, engineering, construction management, or related field preferred
  • PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or equivalent project management credential strongly preferred
  • Experience coordinating with scientists, lab managers, technicians, facilities teams, architects, engineers, and vendors
  • Strong understanding of laboratory equipment, scientific instrumentation, and lab operational workflows
  • Experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders and competing priorities
  • Ability to review and interpret architectural, MEP, and laboratory equipment layout drawings
  • Familiarity with CAD drawings and/or Bluebeam for reviewing plans and tracking coordination items
  • Experience coordinating relocation logistics, vendor services, and specialized equipment moves
  • Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
  • Ability to manage project schedules, track deliverables, and ensure project milestones are met
  • Experience leading project meetings and communicating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders

Benefits

  • Flexible to support early mornings, evenings, or weekend move windows
  • Comfortable working in varied active lab environments following safety protocols
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development opportunities

Job title

Senior Life Science Project Manager

Job type

Experience level

Senior

Salary

Not specified

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

Tech skills

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