GenScript

Construction Project Manager

GenScript$120K — $150K *
Real Estate & Construction
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields
  • 10+ years of experience in biopharmaceuticals with project management in facility operations
  • Hands-on construction management experience from start to finish
  • Proficiency in project management software such as Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6
  • Understanding of US building codes, zoning laws, and biopharmaceutical industry regulations

Responsibilities

  • Develop project plans to meet objectives such as requirement gathering and risk assessment
  • Manage cost estimation and control plans for all project phases
  • Oversee procurement and contract management tasks
  • Coordinate internal and external project relationships with construction firms
  • Lead commissioning processes including factory acceptance tests and validations
  • Conduct final inspections, documentation review, and project handover
  • Regularly report on project progress and suggest operational improvements

Benefits

  • Opportunity for transition to facility manager role after project completion
  • Access to a dynamic and innovative work environment
  • Gain experience in a rapidly growing sector
  • Contribute to cutting-edge facility operations and engineering
  • Work closely with a collaborative team of professionals
Full Job Description
Job Title: Construction Project Manager

Location: Piscataway, NJ (Fully onsite)

Reports to: Director of US Site Operations

Compensation: The estimated salary range is $120,000 - $150,000, based on experience.

Overview:

GenScript is seeking a talented, detail oriented and self-driven individual to join the Operations Department, contributing to the planning, design, construction, commissioning, validation, and engineering process systems development for our facilities in Piscataway, NJ. This position is valid for at least 1-2 years with the opportunity to transition to facility manager after the construction projects are done.

Job Responsibilities:

Project Planning and Execution:
  • Develop comprehensive project plans ensuring projects proceed according to set objectives, including requirement gathering, feasibility analysis, risk assessment, and solution formulation.
  • Manage cost estimation for all project phases and create cost control plans.
  • Procurement and Contract Management.
  • Oversee bidding and procurement for project design, construction, and long-lead equipment.
  • Manage contract signing and execution with suppliers and contractors, ensuring compliance with terms, quality, and deadlines.

Compliance and Regulatory Affairs:
  • Plan and execute government and third-party procedures to ensure project compliance with US regulations.
  • Plan and manage government permits applications.

Project Management:
  • Manage technical, quality, safety, and timeline aspects of projects, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues, compliance with quality standards, and implementation of safety measures.
  • Coordinate with construction firms, supervisory, and contracting units to manage internal and external project relationships.
  • Commissioning and Validation:
  • Organize factory acceptance tests, commissioning, and validation to ensure systems meet user requirements.

Project Completion:
  • Lead the final inspection, handover, documentation review, and project settlement activities, ensuring successful project completion and handover.
  • Reporting and Improvement:
  • Regularly report project progress, compile project reports, analyze lessons learned, and suggest improvements.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical/Electrical, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields.
  • 10+ years of experience in biopharmaceuticals with substantial project management and facility operations experience.
  • Hands on experience in managing construction, experience in executing projects from business requirement collection through to design, construction, commissioning, validation, and final settlement is preferred.

Skills:
  • Strong management and reporting capabilities, clear management vision, able to handle high-pressure work environments.
  • Solid technical expertise combined with engineering knowledge.
  • Demonstrated skills in problem solving, root cause analysis with result driven thought process.

Additional Considerations:
  • Proficient in project management software (e.g., Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6).
  • Familiarity with construction estimating and scheduling tools.
  • Understanding of US building codes, zoning laws, safety regulations, and biopharmaceutical industry standards.

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About GenScript

GenScript Biotech Corporation is a global biotechnology group headquartered in Piscataway, New Jersey, United States. The company provides biological research services and products to scientists in pharmaceutical, biotechnology, agricultural, and academic settings. The company's services include gene synthesis, peptide synthesis, protein expression, antibody development, and in vitro and in vivo pharmacology studies. The company's products include molecular biology reagents, peptides, proteins, antibodies, and cell line development services. The company has subsidiaries in the United States, Europe, Japan, and China. GenScript was founded in 2002 by Frank Zhang and has grown to become a leading provider of gene synthesis services and other biotechnology products and services.
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3,000 employees
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Founded
2002

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