Remote Design Project Lead: Life Sciences & Biotech

CRB; Town of Gates (NY); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

CRB, a leading design and construction firm, is seeking a Design Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams delivering facility solutions for life sciences, biotech, and pharma clients. The role emphasizes design excellence, client satisfaction, and integration across architecture, engineering, and construction.

Remote-friendly with openings across Savannah, GA and several Florida cities; requires 7+ years in design project management, GMP knowledge, and PMP is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field.
• 7+ years of experience in design project management, preferably in pharmaceutical or biotech facility design.
• Strong understanding of GMP, cleanroom design, and regulatory environments.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Manage the design phase of complex facility projects from concept through construction documentation, ensuring alignment with client goals, regulatory requirements, and CRB’s quality standards.
• Client Engagement: Serve as the primary design liaison with clients, facilitating clear communication, managing expectations, and ensuring satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle.
• Team Coordination: Lead and coordinate internal design teams (architects, engineers, consultants) and external partners to deliver integrated solutions on schedule and within budget.
• Scope & Budget Management: Define project scope, develop design budgets, and monitor progress to ensure financial and operational targets are met.
• Regulatory Compliance: Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, standards, and industry regulations, including GMP, FDA, and EU Annex 1 requirements.
• Innovation & Sustainability: Promote the use of cutting-edge technologies and sustainable design practices, including CFD modeling, energy-efficient systems, and modular construction strategies.
• Risk Management: Identify design risks early and implement mitigation strategies to avoid delays or cost overruns.

Skills

Project leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Budget management

Education

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

Tools

Bluebeam

Navisworks

Job description

CRB, a leading design and construction firm, is seeking a Design Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams delivering facility solutions for life sciences, biotech, and pharma clients. The role emphasizes design excellence, client satisfaction, and integration across architecture, engineering, and construction.

Remote-friendly with openings across Savannah, GA and several Florida cities; requires 7+ years in design project management, GMP knowledge, and PMP is a plus.