Construction Project Manager

Project Manager

Project Leadership & Delivery

• Lead multiple design-build and CM projects from preconstruction through commissioning and final turnover.
• Develop project execution plans, schedules, budgets, staffing plans, and risk mitigation strategies.
• Provide leadership and direction to internal project teams, engineers, superintendents, and support staff.
• Ensure projects are completed safely, on time, within budget, and to client expectations.

Client Relationship Management

• Act as the primary point of contact for project owners and key stakeholders.
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with life sciences, biotech, pharmaceutical, and industrial clients.
• Lead client meetings and provide regular project updates, forecasts, and strategic recommendations.
• Identify opportunities for additional services and future project engagements.

Technical Project Oversight

• Manage complex facility projects including laboratories, cleanrooms, manufacturing facilities, pilot plants, GMP environments, and advanced industrial spaces.
• Coordinate multidisciplinary engineering and design teams throughout project development.
• Review technical drawings, specifications, and design documents to ensure constructability and compliance.
• Drive solutions to technical, operational, and facility-related challenges.

Financial & Commercial Management

• Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, and cost-control measures.
• Review and negotiate contracts, change orders, subcontractor agreements, and procurement packages.
• Monitor project financial performance, profitability, and resource utilization.
• Prepare executive-level project reporting for leadership and clients.

Construction Management

• Oversee field operations and coordinate with Superintendents and subcontractors.
• Monitor construction progress, productivity, quality, and safety performance.
• Ensure compliance with project schedules and contractual milestones.
• Lead issue resolution and corrective action initiatives when challenges arise.

Risk, Safety & Compliance

• Promote and enforce a strong safety culture across all projects.
• Manage project risks related to scope, schedule, procurement, safety, and facility operations.
• Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, regulatory requirements, industry standards, and client-specific protocols.
• Support commissioning, validation, qualification, and turnover activities where applicable.

Team Development & Leadership

• Mentor and develop Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, and project staff.
• Foster a collaborative, high-performance project environment.
• Participate in strategic planning, resource allocation, and process improvement initiatives.
• Contribute to business growth and operational excellence initiatives across the organization.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, Building Science, or a related discipline.
• 8-15+ years of progressive experience managing complex construction, design-build, engineering, or industrial projects.
• Proven experience managing projects ranging from $10 million to $50 million or greater.
• Strong understanding of design-build delivery methods and construction management best practices.
• Experience managing mechanical, process, electrical, and critical utility systems.
• Excellent knowledge of project scheduling, procurement, budgeting, cost control, and contract administration.
• Proficiency with Procore, Bluebeam, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, and Microsoft Office Suite.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience supporting pharmaceutical, biotech, life sciences, laboratory, GMP, cleanroom, manufacturing, or industrial facility projects.
• Familiarity with FDA-regulated or highly regulated environments.
• PMP, CCM, LEED, PE, or other relevant professional certifications.
• Experience with commissioning, validation, qualification, and startup activities.

Leadership Competencies

• Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence teams and stakeholders at all levels.
• Exceptional communication and relationship-management skills.
• Highly organized with excellent attention to detail.
• Strategic thinker who can balance technical, operational, and financial priorities.
• Proactive problem solver capable of managing competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset with a commitment to client satisfaction and business growth.

What's on Offer

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary of $125,000 - $175,000 based on experience and qualifications.
• Annual performance bonus opportunities.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company matching contributions.
• Paid time off, company holidays, and wellness initiatives.
• Professional development, certification reimbursement, and leadership training.
• Opportunity to lead cutting-edge life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, and industrial projects.
• Exposure to diverse project types and advanced facility technologies.
• Collaborative and employee-focused culture with direct access to senior leadership.
• Clear opportunities for career growth within a respected and rapidly expanding design-build organization.
• The ability to make a tangible impact on projects that support innovation, scientific advancement, and industrial growth.

Interested? Apply today.