Life Sciences Construction Manager | Lead Projects & Teams

GBA; Broomfield (CO); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

GBA is seeking a Construction Manager for projects in the Denver area, based in Broomfield. You’ll own projects from start to finish, lead field teams and coordinate with clients, design partners, and vendors to deliver on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The role requires a BS in Engineering or Construction Management and 3+ years in life sciences or related construction. OSHA-30, strong scheduling, cost control, and excellent communication are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field and 3+ years of relevant experience.
• Life Sciences industry experience preferred.
• Hands-on experience supervising trade construction activities.
• Estimating and subcontractor buyout experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction scheduling (Microsoft Project) and ability to develop schedules from start to finish.
• Solid understanding of construction project accounting and cost control.
• OSHA-30 certification required.
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and general comfort with technology.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all aspects of project performance — including budget, schedule, scope, safety, and quality.
• Develop and maintain project schedules and manage resources to meet deadlines.
• Collaborate with estimating and marketing teams to develop pricing, proposals, schedules, and subcontractor buyout strategies during preconstruction.
• Review plans and specifications to identify conflicts or missing information.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, consultants, subcontractors, and internal teams.
• Conduct site visits to assess progress, safety, and quality.
• Track financial performance — including forecasting, profitability, pay applications, and reporting.
• Manage change orders, requests for proposals, and scope modifications.
• Lead progress meetings, issue meeting minutes, and oversee project closeout.
• Support the professional growth of project engineers, assistant project managers, and other team members.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

Teamwork

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Project

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

GBA is seeking a Construction Manager for projects in the Denver area, based in Broomfield. You’ll own projects from start to finish, lead field teams and coordinate with clients, design partners, and vendors to deliver on time, on budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The role requires a BS in Engineering or Construction Management and 3+ years in life sciences or related construction. OSHA-30, strong scheduling, cost control, and excellent communication are essential.