Project Manager- Life Science (Design and Construction)

Brailsford & Dunlavey; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical, prescription, and dental insurance

Flexible spending accounts

401(k) contributions

Flextime and telecommuting

Parental leave

Vacation, sick, and holiday pay

Professional development reimbursement

Job summary

Brailsford & Dunlavey is seeking a Project Manager for their Life Sciences team in the San Francisco Bay Area. The role involves managing planning, design, and construction for critical facilities in biotech and pharmaceutical sectors.

Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in the construction industry with a strong background in civil engineering. This position supports a hybrid work model and offers a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in the design, development, or construction industry.
• Strong background in civil engineering and site development.
• Experience managing budgets, contracts, and reporting systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage planning, design, and construction activities.
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients and project teams.
• Analyze budget impacts and provide recommendations for financial objectives.

Skills

Client liaison

Project lifecycle management

Planning and design expertise

Budget management

Civil engineering coordination

Strong communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, or related field

Job description

Project Manager – Life Science (Design and Construction)

San Francisco Bay Area – Hybrid work model.

Bridges & Dunlavey (B&D), now including Project Management Advisors (PMA), is seeking a Project Manager for our Life Sciences team. You will manage planning, design, and construction for laboratory, research, biotech, pharmaceutical, and mission‑critical facilities.

How You'll Contribute

• Serve as the primary liaison between clients and project teams throughout the full project lifecycle
• Manage planning, design, and construction activities for life sciences, laboratory, campus development, and mission‑critical projects
• Review and evaluate program requirements to ensure alignment with project goals, operational needs, and client objectives
• Develop, monitor, and maintain project budgets, schedules, and reporting tools to support successful project delivery
• Analyze budget and schedule impacts and provide recommendations to support project financial objectives
• Coordinate procurement of design, construction, and consultant services
• Support contract development, negotiation, review, and administration for design and construction agreements
• Oversee and review architectural, civil, structural, and engineering drawings, specifications, and bid documents
• Facilitate project meetings, prepare agendas, document minutes, and track action items
• Collaborate with clients, city officials, architects, engineers, contractors, consultants, and utility providers to communicate project status and proactively address issues
• Manage site development and civil engineering coordination activities, including infrastructure planning, entitlement support, and utility coordination
• Evaluate potential budget and schedule changes and recommend solutions to mitigate project risks
• Lead value engineering discussions and review alternatives with clients and project teams
• Coordinate peer reviews and specialty consultants as required for project success
• Provide guidance and oversight to Assistant Project Managers and other internal team members as needed
• Monitor construction activities to verify compliance with contract requirements, design intent, schedules, and quality standards
• Support the issuance of contracts, purchase orders, and progress payment applications
• Observe and report on construction progress, project risks, and field‑related issues
• Manage project closeout activities to ensure successful completion and turnover
• Contribute to business development efforts, including networking, proposal development, and client presentations

What We're Looking For

• 5+ years of experience in the real estate design, development, or construction industry
• Experience supporting large‑scale life sciences, laboratory, campus development, and/or mission‑critical projects
• Strong background in civil engineering, site development, infrastructure coordination, and project delivery
• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Urban Planning, Real Estate, or a related field
• Demonstrated ability to successfully manage projects while consistently meeting client expectations, schedules, and budgets
• Strong understanding of planning, design, entitlement, and construction processes
• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, and reporting systems
• Ability to interpret and evaluate architectural, civil, and engineering documentation
• Experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams across planning, design, and construction phases
• Strong communication and relationship management skills with clients, consultants, contractors, and public agencies
• Experience supporting procurement, contract administration, and consultant management activities
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced, deadline‑driven environment

What Sets You Apart

• You are a proactive self‑starter who takes ownership of outcomes
• You bring strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to client and team interactions
• You are confident operating in complex, fast‑moving project environments
• You are highly organized and detail‑oriented, particularly when managing budgets, schedules, and project documentation
• You approach challenges with curiosity and a solution‑oriented mindset
• You are comfortable engaging with senior stakeholders, public agencies, and technical project teams
• You demonstrate integrity, professionalism, and sound judgment in all interactions
• You are motivated by delivering impactful projects that support scientific innovation and technological advancement
• You are interested in supporting team development and contributing to business growth initiatives

Benefits

• 100% company‑paid medical, prescription, and dental insurance premiums for employees and their children
• Flexible spending accounts for medical and dependent care expenses
• Company‑paid contributions to 401(k) retirement accounts
• Flextime and telecommuting
• Parental leave
• Voluntary vision insurance
• Company‑paid disability and life insurance
• Vacation, sick, and holiday pay
• Adoption assistance program
• Reimbursement for professional memberships/certifications
• Learning & Development department dedicated to in‑house training
• Employee assistance program
• Corporate fitness center access at most locations
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Wellness Committee and wellness‑based programming

Salary range: $100,000-150,000 annually (role, level, location, and market data considered).

Brailsford & Dunlavey Inc. is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

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