Capital Project Manager - Interior Renovation & Facility Fit-Out

Legend Biotech USA; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan with company 1:

Job summary

GenScript is seeking a skilled Construction Project Manager to lead interior renovations and facility fit-outs in Piscataway, NJ. The role focuses on planning, design coordination, execution, commissioning, and validation of renovations within occupied facilities, with emphasis on minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in renovation project management, experience with HVAC and laboratory environments, and strong leadership in fast-paced settings.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Biomedical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, interior renovations, and facility fit-outs.
• Direct hands-on experience with project design coordination, test-fits, cost evaluation, and MEP studies.
• Experience with HVAC renovations and biopharmaceutical/lab environments is highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate renovation projects from pre-construction through completion.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and design firms to define requirements and cost estimates.
• Manage bidding, contracting, and administration for design services and construction.
• Ensure compliance with permits, inspections, and regulatory standards; oversee FATs, commissioning, and validation.
• Provide weekly progress reports and escalate issues for timely resolution.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or Construction Management

Tools

Procore

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

About GenScript

Founded in 2002 in New Jersey, GenScript Biotech Corporation accelerates innovation in biotech and healthcare by providing researchers and companies with the building blocks needed to develop groundbreaking treatments and products. Guided by its mission to Make People and Nature Healthier Through Biotechnology, and its role as a well-recognized biotechnology company, GenScript has a team of approximately 6,165 employees and has served more than 200,000 customers across over 100 countries and regions.

Job Title: Construction Project Manager - Interior Renovation & Facility Fit-Out 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 Construction Project Manager to join the Operations Department in Piscataway, NJ. The primary focus of this role is the planning, design coordination, execution, commissioning, and validation of internal renovations, interior fit-outs, and facility upgrades within existing buildings. The ideal candidate will have experience managing complex renovations in including occupied laboratory or logistics operation environment , with a strong emphasis on minimizing operational disruption.

Job Responsibilities

Project Planning & Pre-Construction

• Visit potential sites to evaluate technical feasibility, constraints, and cost implications of proposed renovation projects.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external design firms to define requirements, develop and optimize test fits, prepare detailed cost estimates, and establish realistic project timelines.
• Work with the procurement team to manage bidding and contracting for design services, construction, and long-lead equipment specific to interior renovation scopes.
• Manage contract negotiation, execution, and administration with consultants, contractors, and suppliers, ensuring compliance with terms, quality standards, and schedules.

Project Execution & Management

• Actively manage technical, quality, safety, and schedule performance of interior renovation and fit-out projects, with particular attention to work in occupied or partially occupied facilities.
• Coordinate communication between design teams, construction contractors, and internal stakeholders; document decisions and drive timely resolution of issues.
• Plan and manage all required government permits, inspections, and approvals for renovation work (either directly or through the contractor).
• Provide clear weekly progress reports to management, identify bottlenecks and root causes, and escalat ion issues promptly for resolution.
• Organize and oversee factory acceptance tests (FAT), commissioning, and validation activities to ensure renovated spaces and systems meet user requirements and regulatory standards.

Qualifications and Requirements

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, with a strong preference for interior renovations, facility fit-outs, and upgrades rather than new-shell construction.
• Direct hands‑on experience with project design coordination, test‑fits, cost evaluation, and MEP system studies is required.
• Experience managing projects involving HVAC systems is required; experience with interior renovation of laboratories, cleanrooms, or biopharmaceutical spaces is highly desired.
• Proven ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical and communication issues in a renovation project.

Skills

• Strong project management, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proactive, self‑motivated, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem‑solving and root‑cause analysis capabilities with a results-driven approach.
• Ability to manage multiple renovation projects while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.

Additional Considerations

• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6).
• Familiarity with construction estimating and scheduling tools.
• Solid understanding of U.S. building codes, local permitting processes for renovations, safety regulations, and biopharmaceutical industry standards (cGMP, etc.) are all plus

Benefits

• Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one.
• We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays.
• Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance.
• We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.

GenScript USA Inc/ProBio Inc. is a proud equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to attracting, retaining, and maximizing the performance of a diverse and inclusive workforce. It is the Company's policy to ensure equal employment opportunity without discrimination or harassment based on race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, national origin, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, genetic information, citizenship status, uniformed service member or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

GenScript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. maintains a drug‑free workplace.

Please note: Genscript USA Inc./ProBio Inc. will only contact candidates through verified application sources. GenScript/Probio does not request personal information from candidates through individual email or any other platform.

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