Life Science & Advanced Tech Project Manager

IA Interior Architects

Boston (MA)

On-site

USD 120,000 - 170,000

Full time

9 days ago

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Job summary

IA Interior Architects Boston Studio seeks an experienced Project Manager (PM) or Project Architect (PA) focused on Science and Technology. You will lead planning, design, coordination, and execution of complex life science and advanced technology environments.

The candidate combines technical leadership with client management to deliver projects on schedule and within budget, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams and stakeholders for high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, or related discipline.
8+ years of professional experience managing complex life science or advanced technology projects.
Experience leading projects through all phases of design and construction.
Strong understanding of laboratory planning principles, technical building systems, and interdisciplinary coordination.
Familiarity with Revit, BIM workflows, and construction documentation.
Excellent communication, presentation, and client management skills.
Strong organizational, problem-solving, and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

Lead life science and advanced technology projects from programming through construction administration and occupancy.
Manage project scope, schedule, budget, resources, and risk throughout the project lifecycle.
Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, contractors, and internal project teams.
Facilitate project meetings and coordinate stakeholder engagement.
Ensure project objectives, performance requirements, and client expectations are clearly defined and achieved.
Lead the development and coordination of design documentation, specifications, and technical deliverables.
Coordinate laboratory planning, equipment integration, engineering systems, and specialty consultant requirements.
Ensure compliance with applicable building codes, life safety regulations, laboratory standards, and client protocols.
Review drawings and documents for quality, constructability, and technical accuracy.
Support design teams in integrating workplace, laboratory, and technology requirements into cohesive project solutions.
Build and maintain trusted relationships with clients, end users, and project stakeholders.
Lead presentations, workshops, and programming sessions.
Understand client operational requirements and translate them into effective design strategies.
Identify opportunities for additional services and future project engagements.
Mentor and guide project team members.
Foster collaboration among designers, architects, engineers, laboratory planners, and consultants.
Support studio initiatives, knowledge sharing, and best practices.
Contribute to recruitment, professional development, and team growth efforts.
Participate in contractor coordination, submittal reviews, RFIs, and site observations.
Monitor construction progress and assist in resolving field issues.
Support project closeout activities and post-occupancy evaluations.