Life Science Capital Projects Lead

barrywehmiller; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Barry-Wehmiller Design Group in Pasadena, CA seeks a Sr. Project Manager to lead capital projects across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced technology sectors.

You’ll work with a team of industry experts to drive design development, coordination, and CQV activities from concept through start-up. You will manage scope, budget, schedules, and client relationships, collaborate with engineers, architects, and contractors, ensure code compliance, and deliver high-quality solutions for

Qualifications

• 12+ years of project management and engineering experience.
• Experience delivering capital projects from design development through construction.
• Knowledge of facility systems, clean rooms, and process utilities.
• Experience with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device projects is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage facility MEP design/bid/build projects for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, advanced technology, food & beverage and other industrial operations.
• Lead project and design efforts from concept design through start-up.
• Oversee the preparation of plans, specifications, and contract documents.
• Collaborate with clients, engineers, architects, designers, and other technical professionals.
• Facilitate site, building, and infrastructure design and construction; proactively solve design problems.
• Manage all client communications and client expectations.
• Manage project timelines, budget, scope, change, and risk.
• Coordinate with AHJs; ensure compliance with building codes.
• Interface with the construction manager and site manager to resolve design coordination and constructability issues; assist with value engineering efforts.
• Prepare proposals and participate in sales presentations.
• Make an impact day‑to‑day with your skills and expertise, strengthening relationships with clients and team.

Skills

Project management

Capital projects

Design coordination

Client relations

Pharmaceutical/biotech

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

Barry-Wehmiller Design Group in Pasadena, CA seeks a Sr. Project Manager to lead capital projects across pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and advanced technology sectors.

You’ll work with a team of industry experts to drive design development, coordination, and CQV activities from concept through start-up. You will manage scope, budget, schedules, and client relationships, collaborate with engineers, architects, and contractors, ensure code compliance, and deliver high-quality solutions for