Project Manager- Life Science (Design and Construction)

Programmanagers; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

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

401(k) retirement contributions

Flextime and telecommuting

Vacation, sick, and holiday pay

Professional development reimbursements

Job summary

Programmanagers is seeking a Project Manager to join our Life Sciences team in San Francisco. This hybrid role involves managing planning, design, and construction activities for innovative projects that support scientific advancement.

The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of relevant experience and a strong background in civil engineering. Benefits include full medical coverage and contributions to retirement accounts.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in real estate design, development, or construction.
• Experience with large-scale life sciences projects.
• Strong understanding of planning, design, and construction processes.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between clients and project teams.
• Manage planning, design, and construction activities.
• Develop, monitor, and maintain project budgets and schedules.

Skills

Project management

Civil engineering

Client communication

Budget management

Team collaboration

Education

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

Job description

Project Manager – Life Science (Design and Construction)

Brailsford & Dunlavey (B&D), which now includes Project Management Advisors (PMA), is seeking a Project Manager to join our Life Sciences team in the San Francisco Bay Area.

This is a hybrid role based in the San Francisco Bay Area.

Opportunity

An opportunity for a driven project management professional who thrives in fast‑paced environments, enjoys collaborating with clients and project teams, and is motivated to deliver complex life sciences and mission‑critical projects that support innovation, research, and scientific advancement.

As a Project Manager, you will work directly with clients, architects, engineers, contractors, and consultants to manage planning, design, and construction activities for new facilities, tenant improvements, campus developments, and infrastructure projects within life sciences environments.

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

B&D provides a complete package to our full‑time employees.

• 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 providing in‑house training
• Employee assistance program
• Corporate fitness center access at most locations
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Wellness Committee and wellness‑based programming

Salary

Target base annual salary range is currently $100,000-150,000. Pay scales are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Brailsford & Dunlavey, Inc. participates in E-Verify.

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