Construction Manager
Overview
GenScript is seeking a Construction Project Manager to contribute to the planning, design, construction, commissioning, validation, and engineering process systems development for our facilities in Piscataway, NJ. This position is valid for at least 1-2 years with the opportunity to transition to facility manager after the construction projects are done.
Job Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive project plans ensuring projects proceed according to set objectives, including requirement gathering, feasibility analysis, risk assessment, and solution formulation.
Manage cost estimation for all project phases and create cost control plans.
Procure and contract management. Oversee bidding and procurement for project design, construction, and long-lead equipment. Manage contract signing and execution with suppliers and contractors, ensuring compliance with terms, quality, and deadlines.
Compliance and regulatory affairs. Plan and execute government and third-party procedures to ensure project compliance with US regulations. Plan and manage government permits applications.
Project management. Manage technical, quality, safety, and timeline aspects of projects, ensuring timely resolution of technical issues, compliance with quality standards, and implementation of safety measures. Coordinate with construction firms, supervisory, and contracting units to manage internal and external project relationships.
Commissioning and validation. Organize factory acceptance tests, commissioning, and validation to ensure systems meet user requirements.
Project completion. Lead the final inspection, handover, documentation review, and project settlement activities, ensuring successful project completion and handover.
Reporting and improvement. Regularly report project progress, compile project reports, analyze lessons learned, and suggest improvements.
Qualifications and Requirements
Education and experience: Bachelor's degree or higher in Mechanical/Electrical, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, or related fields. 10+ years of experience in biopharmaceuticals with substantial project management and facility operations experience. Hands-on experience in managing construction, experience in executing projects from business requirement collection through to design, construction, commissioning, validation, and final settlement is preferred.
Skills: Strong management and reporting capabilities, clear management vision, able to handle high-pressure work environments. Solid technical expertise combined with engineering knowledge. Demonstrated skills in problem solving, root cause analysis with result-driven thought process.
Additional considerations: Proficient in project management software (e.g., Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6). Familiarity with construction estimating and scheduling tools. Understanding of US building codes, zoning laws, safety regulations, and biopharmaceutical industry standards.
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one
Paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment
Paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays
Flexible spending and health savings accounts
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability coverage
Legal assistance
Supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
Commuter benefits
Well-being initiatives
Peer-to-peer recognition programs
#GS Benefits
Benefits include medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as a 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one. We offer paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment, and a paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays. Additional benefits include flexible spending and health savings accounts, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability coverage, legal assistance, and supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance. We also provide commuter benefits, well-being initiatives, and peer-to-peer recognition programs; demonstrating our ongoing commitment to building a culture where our people feel empowered, supported, and inspired to do their best work.