Senior Project Manager - Pharmaceutical Construction

ISPE International; Village of Tarrytown (NY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

ISPE International seeks a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale pharmaceutical construction projects in a GMP-regulated environment. You will oversee from planning and design through construction, commissioning, validation, and final delivery, while serving as a key client-facing leader.

You have 10+ years of PM experience on capital builds, 5+ years in pharma or life sciences, and experience managing $20M+ projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience leading capital construction projects.
• 5+ years supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences facilities.
• Experience managing projects valued at $20M+.
• Strong knowledge of GMP environments, FDA regulations, validation, and compliance requirements.
• PMP certification and CQV experience are highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead large-scale pharmaceutical and life sciences construction projects from planning through commissioning.
• Oversee design, construction, validation, and final delivery while coordinating with clients.
• Manage budgets, schedules, contractors, and project risks to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Serve as a key client-facing leader for high-profile projects.

Job description

Senior Project Manager - Pharmaceutical Construction

Location: Tarrytown, NY

Schedule: Hybrid / Onsite

Compensation: $140,000 - $200,000 + Benefits

We're conducting a confidential search for an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale pharmaceutical and life sciences construction projects. This individual will oversee projects from planning and design through construction, commissioning, validation, and final delivery while serving as a key client-facing leader.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with experience managing complex projects in FDA-regulated, GMP-compliant environments who thrives in a fast-paced, highly technical setting.

Key Requirements:

• 10+ years of project management experience leading capital construction projects
• 5+ years supporting pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or life sciences facilities
• Experience managing projects valued at $20M+
• Strong knowledge of GMP environments, FDA regulations, validation, and compliance requirements
• Proven ability to manage contractors, consultants, budgets, schedules, and project risks
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field
• PMP certification and CQV experience are highly preferred

Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

High-profile pharmaceutical and life sciences projects

Hybrid work environment in Tarrytown, NY