[CONTRACT] Construction Project Manager - Facility Renovation & Fit-Out

GenScript; Piscataway Township (NJ); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) company match (vests day one)

Paid parental leave

Job summary

GenScript is seeking a Construction Project Manager to lead interior renovations and fit-outs at its Piscataway, NJ site on a 12-18 month contract. The role emphasizes planning, design coordination, execution, commissioning, and validation while minimizing disruption in occupied facilities.

Qualifications include 5+ years in construction project management, a relevant engineering/management degree, and hands-on experience with design coordination and MEP studies.

Qualifications

• 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 focus on interior renovations, facility fit-outs, and upgrades.
• Direct hands-on experience with project design coordination, test-fits, cost evaluation, and MEP system studies.
• Experience managing HVAC projects; prior labs/biopharma renovation experience is highly desirable.
• Ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical and communication issues in renovation projects.

Responsibilities

• Visit potential sites to evaluate feasibility, constraints, and cost implications of renovation projects.
• Coordinate with stakeholders and design firms to define requirements, develop test fits, cost estimates, and timelines.
• Manage bidding and contracting for design, construction, and long-lead equipment for interiors.
• Oversee coordination between design teams, contractors, and stakeholders; document decisions and resolve issues.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical/Electrical/Chemical/Biomedical Engineering, Construction Management, or related field

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 - Facility Renovation & Fit-Out

Location: Piscataway, NJ (Fully onsite)

Reports to: Director of US Site Operations

Compensation: The estimated hourly rate $60-80/ hour 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 on a contract basis (12-18 months). 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 elevate 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.