Central Jersey Life Science Project Manager

Michael Page; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Project Manager to oversee pharmaceutical and life science construction projects across Central New Jersey. You will guide projects from preconstruction through closeout, coordinating with clients, design teams, and field execution to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires extensive experience in construction management, especially in regulated environments, with a strong grasp of MEP systems and coordination.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction project management experience.
• Experience with a General Contractor or Construction Manager.
• Pharmaceutical, life science, healthcare, or technical construction experience preferred.
• Experience working in active or occupied facilities is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and technically complex construction.
• Proficiency with Procore or similar construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage pharmaceutical and life science projects from planning through closeout.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and overall execution.
• Lead project meetings with clients, design teams, and trade partners.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Review drawings and specifications for constructability and coordination.
• Monitor project costs and provide forecasting throughout the project.
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents and field teams.
• Manage subcontractor scopes, contracts, and change orders.
• Maintain project schedules and identify potential delays.
• Ensure projects meet client safety, quality, and operational requirements.
• Manage construction activities within active and occupied facilities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
• Support project turnover, punch list, commissioning, and closeout.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing communications

MEP systems knowledge

Procore

Stakeholder coordination

Budgeting & scheduling

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Procore

Job description

A well-established construction management firm is seeking a Project Manager to oversee pharmaceutical and life science construction projects throughout Central New Jersey. This individual will manage projects from preconstruction through closeout while working closely with clients, subcontractors, field teams, and internal leadership.

Our client is an established construction management firm specializing in life sciences, pharmaceutical, healthcare, and technically complex construction projects throughout New Jersey and the Mid-Atlantic. The company has built strong relationships with major clients and offers a stable project pipeline, collaborative culture, and opportunities for employees to grow into senior-level positions.

Description

• Manage pharmaceutical and life science projects from planning through closeout.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and overall execution.
• Lead project meetings with clients, design teams, and trade partners.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Review drawings and specifications for constructability and coordination.
• Monitor project costs and provide forecasting throughout the project.
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents and field teams.
• Manage subcontractor scopes, contracts, and change orders.
• Maintain project schedules and identify potential delays.
• Ensure projects meet client safety, quality, and operational requirements.
• Manage construction activities within active and occupied facilities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
• Support project turnover, punch list, commissioning, and closeout.

Profile

• 8+ years of construction project management experience.
• Experience with a General Contractor or Construction Manager.
• Pharmaceutical, life science, healthcare, or technical construction experience preferred.
• Experience working in active or occupied facilities is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and technically complex construction.
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, and subcontractors.
• Proficiency with Procore or similar construction management software.
• Strong communication and client-facing skills.
• Ability to read and understand architectural and MEP drawings.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

Job Offer

• Competitive base salary based on experience.
• Stable pipeline of life science and pharmaceutical work.
• Opportunity for advancement into Senior Project Manager and leadership roles.
• Long-term projects throughout Central New Jersey.
• Work with experienced construction and field leadership teams.

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.