Design Project Lead, Life Sciences Facilities

CRB; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Job summary

CRB is seeking a Design Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary design teams delivering compliant, efficient facility solutions for life sciences clients, including biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. You will manage scope, budgets, and schedules; coordinate architects, engineers, and contractors; and ensure GMP and regulatory requirements are met.

7+ years of design PM experience and proficiency with Bluebeam and Navisworks are required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of design project management experience, preferably in pharmaceutical or biotech facility design.
• Strong understanding of GMP, cleanroom design, and regulatory environments.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Proficiency in design software (Bluebeam, Navisworks) and project management platforms.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Manage the design phase of complex facility projects from concept through construction documentation, ensuring alignment with client goals, regulatory requirements, and CRB’s quality standards.
• Client Engagement: Serve as the primary design liaison with clients, facilitating clear communication, managing expectations, and ensuring satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Team Coordination: Lead and coordinate internal design teams (architects, engineers, consultants) and external partners to deliver integrated solutions on schedule and within budget.
• Scope & Budget Management: Define project scope, develop design budgets, and monitor progress to ensure financial and operational targets are met.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, standards, and industry regulations, including GMP, FDA, and EU Annex 1 requirements.
• Innovation & Sustainability: Promote the use of cutting-edge technologies and sustainable design practices, including CFD modeling, energy-efficient systems, and modular construction strategies.
• Risk Management: Identify design risks early and implement mitigation strategies to avoid delays or cost overruns.

Skills

Project leadership

Client engagement

Team coordination

Regulatory compliance

Communication

Budget management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture/Engineering

Tools

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Job description

CRB is seeking a Design Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary design teams delivering compliant, efficient facility solutions for life sciences clients, including biotechnology and pharmaceutical sectors. You will manage scope, budgets, and schedules; coordinate architects, engineers, and contractors; and ensure GMP and regulatory requirements are met.

7+ years of design PM experience and proficiency with Bluebeam and Navisworks are required.