Senior Project Executive: Life Sciences Facilities

Yates Construction; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Yates Construction in Raleigh, NC seeks a Project Executive to provide executive leadership for complex life science facilities, overseeing acquisition, contract negotiations, client relations, budget management, and trade partner strategy. You will guide multiple departments and ensure compliance with safety and cGMP/cleanroom standards.

You will lead senior teams, drive strategic contracts, manage P&L, and build long-term client relationships with pharmaceutical and biotech clients, while

Qualifications

• 15+ years in general construction; 10+ years in leadership of life science projects or complex lab facilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering.
• Strong negotiation, analytical skills, and CQV/cGMP expertise.

Responsibilities

• Executive leadership and team recruitment for high-performing project teams.
• Drive project acquisition, client relations, and contract negotiations.
• Oversee pre-construction and start-up alignment with budgets and schedules.
• Govern P&L, financial forecasting, and site visits for performance and safety compliance.
• Lead client relationships with pharmaceutical, biotech clients to secure repeat business.

Skills

Leadership

Project controls

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management or Engineering

Tools

Primavera P6

MS Project

ProjectSight

Job description

Yates Construction in Raleigh, NC seeks a Project Executive to provide executive leadership for complex life science facilities, overseeing acquisition, contract negotiations, client relations, budget management, and trade partner strategy. You will guide multiple departments and ensure compliance with safety and cGMP/cleanroom standards.

You will lead senior teams, drive strategic contracts, manage P&L, and build long-term client relationships with pharmaceutical and biotech clients, while