Senior Life Science Construction PM – Central NJ

Michael Page; Woodbridge Township (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a Project Manager to oversee pharmaceutical and life science construction projects across Central New Jersey. You will guide projects from preconstruction through closeout, coordinating with clients, design teams, and field execution to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires extensive experience in construction management, especially in regulated environments, with a strong grasp of MEP systems and coordination.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of construction project management experience.
• Experience with a General Contractor or Construction Manager.
• Pharmaceutical, life science, healthcare, or technical construction experience preferred.
• Experience working in active or occupied facilities is highly desirable.
• Strong understanding of MEP systems and technically complex construction.
• Proficiency with Procore or similar construction management software.

Responsibilities

• Manage pharmaceutical and life science projects from planning through closeout.
• Oversee project budgets, schedules, subcontractors, and overall execution.
• Lead project meetings with clients, design teams, and trade partners.
• Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, procurement, and project documentation.
• Review drawings and specifications for constructability and coordination.
• Monitor project costs and provide forecasting throughout the project.
• Coordinate closely with Superintendents and field teams.
• Manage subcontractor scopes, contracts, and change orders.
• Maintain project schedules and identify potential delays.
• Ensure projects meet client safety, quality, and operational requirements.
• Manage construction activities within active and occupied facilities.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients and project stakeholders.
• Support project turnover, punch list, commissioning, and closeout.

Skills

Project management

Client-facing communications

MEP systems knowledge

Procore

Stakeholder coordination

Budgeting & scheduling

Education

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

Tools

Procore

Job description

Michael Page is seeking a Project Manager to oversee pharmaceutical and life science construction projects across Central New Jersey. You will guide projects from preconstruction through closeout, coordinating with clients, design teams, and field execution to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.

The role requires extensive experience in construction management, especially in regulated environments, with a strong grasp of MEP systems and coordination.