10+ years of experience in Life Science or relevant Science & Technology projects, preferably as a Project Manager.
Demonstrated lab planning experience.
Experience overseeing full life cycle of S&T projects from planning through construction administration and commissioning.
In-depth knowledge of applicable building codes and ability to resolve complex code issues.
Proficient in designing wet and dry laboratories, as well as clean rooms, with knowledge of clean room ISO standards.
Familiarity with hazardous material containment and control in life sciences, pharmaceuticals, and manufacturing environments.
Understanding of GMP and FDA regulations regarding clean room classifications and validations.
Excellent communication skills and a strong work ethic.
Responsibilities
Plan, schedule, and coordinate all phases of projects from conceptual design to construction.
Prepare and maintain detailed project schedules.
Discuss project health with operations leadership.
Alert office leadership to any changing project conditions.
Maintain and update project planner weekly for studio leadership.
Issue and obtain approvals for additional services before starting new project scopes.
Coordinate with resource groups for design and construction documentation.
Represent the firm at public design review or development approval meetings as needed.
Assemble project consultant teams and manage contracts.
Support and mentor junior project members in the office.
Assist in proposal writing and consultant coordination with studio leadership.
Coordinate with accounting on accounts receivable, payables, and invoicing procedures.
Benefits
Collaborative and team-oriented culture.
Opportunity to work on large-scale, complex projects with global technology leaders.
Engagement with the community and the industry.
Long-term career growth opportunities.
Health and wellness programs tailored for employee satisfaction.
Full Job Description
As a Senior Project Manager at Ware Malcomb, you will deliver innovative design projects to diverse clients through all phases. You will lead internal and external teams, be financially responsible for projects by adhering to budgets and workplans and oversee the development of contract documents. As the primary client contact, your leadership and exceptional client service ensures project success.
You will work on a specialized team focused on some of the most complex, large-scale advanced manufacturing projects in the world. This team partners with global technology leaders-including work on high-profile semiconductor fabrication-where precision, speed, and innovation are critical. It's a unique opportunity to contribute to highly visible, technically demanding projects that are shaping the future of advanced industries.
Your Role
Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate phases of the project (Typical: Conceptual, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Document, and Construction services).
Preparation of project schedules.
Discusses their project health both administratively and technically with their operations leader.
Alerts the Business Operations Manager to any changing project conditions that need to be elevated to office leadership.
Maintains project planner for all phases of their projects and updates them each week to discuss during their weekly staffing meetings with studio leadership.
Issues add services and gets them approved in a timely manner prior to starting work on additional scope for any of their projects.
Utilize the company's resource groups for design, preparation of design and construction documents. Provide construction services (Site visits, review shop drawings, etc.).
Coordinates with the contracts team for the successful execution of the project contract.
Represent WM at required jurisdiction public design review or development approval meetings and project presentations when required.
Assembles the consultant team for the project (Identify scope of work, collect fees, select consultants, and facilitate contracts) as required.
Assists the studio leader and is a resource and mentor to junior project members within the office.
Assists in writing and reviewing proposals and the consultant team with the studio leader.
Coordinates with the accounting team regarding accounts receivable, consultants payable, and invoicing.
Coordinates the project consultants through all phases of the project.
Works with the QC studio, peer reviewer, or dedicated Project Architect to review all phases of the contract documents prior to issuance.
Qualifications
10+ years of experience on Life Science or other relevant Science & Technology projects; prior Project Manager experience preferred.
Demonstrated lab planning experience.
Experience overseeing the full life cycle of an S&T project, from programming and planning through CA and commissioning.
Knowledge of applicable building codes. Individual should be able to interact with code officials and other design professionals to resolve complex code issues.
Knowledge and experience designing wet and dry laboratories, and clean rooms.
Knowledge of clean room ISO standards.
Hazardous material containment and control area knowledge with respect to life science, pharmaceutical and manufacturing environments.
GMP and FDA regulatory understanding with respect to Cleanroom classifications and validations.
Excellent communication skills, a great personality and a strong work ethic.
Experience in the use of Revit, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and Deltek Vantagepoint experience is preferred.
Experience working with clients, as part of a team and be able to work independently.
Proven ability to manage schedule and budget for multiple projects of various sizes.
This is a full-time, long-term position.
About Ware Malcomb
Ware Malcomb is an architecture and design firm that specializes in commercial and industrial projects. The company was founded in 1972 and is based in Irvine, California. Ware Malcomb has completed a wide range of projects, including office buildings, retail centers, industrial facilities, and healthcare facilities. The company is committed to sustainability and has completed several LEED-certified projects. Ware Malcomb is also committed to innovation and uses the latest technology and design techniques to create functional and aesthetically pleasing spaces.
