Construction Senior Project Manager - Life Sciences

Raleigh, North Carolina Permanent USD140,000 - USD175,000 per year View Job Description
The Senior Project Manager will oversee a $30M life science manufacturing project in Benson, NC, managing project execution, budget, schedule, and coordination from design through turnover. This is a high‑impact role requiring technical expertise, strong leadership, and the ability to support a fast‑paced, high‑performance project team.
  • Lead a major $30M life science manufacturing project
  • High‑visibility role with top compensation & growth

About Our Client

A nationally recognized general contractor specializing in large‑scale manufacturing, industrial, mission‑critical, and life science facilities. With multiple U.S. offices, a strong reputation for design‑build delivery, and a high‑performance culture, the company offers above‑market compensation, career‑focused growth, and a competitive, team‑driven environment where top performers are rewarded and noticed quickly.

Job Description

  • Lead planning, execution, and delivery of a $30M life science manufacturing project
  • Manage project budgets, forecasts, contracts, procurement, and financial performance
  • Oversee scheduling, milestones, logistics, and trade partner coordination
  • Maintain strong collaboration with field leadership to ensure alignment between office and site
  • Drive design‑build coordination, value engineering, and constructability reviews
  • Ensure quality, safety, and compliance in accordance with company and client standards
  • Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and project documentation
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, design teams, subcontractors, and vendors
  • Mentor and lead junior project staff; contribute to the development of high‑performing teams
  • Represent the company professionally, demonstrating confidence, accountability, and ownership



MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Construction Senior Project Manager should have:

  • 10+ years of experience as a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager with a GC
  • Strong background in:
    • Manufacturing construction
    • Life science / pharma facilities
    • Technical or highly engineered projects
  • Solid understanding of MEP systems
  • Design‑Build experience strongly preferred
  • Stable career history
  • Cultural fit: competitive, hardworking, strong mentor, high accountability, confident
  • Software: AutoDesk or similar construction management platforms

What's on Offer

  • Base Salary: Up to $175,000
  • $850/month car allowance
  • Annual bonus: 30% target
  • Per diem for travelers
  • Full benefits package including health, dental, vision
  • Profit sharing (typically ~10%)
  • PTO, holidays, and additional perks depending on seniority
Contact
Lucía Candanedo
Quote job ref
JN-022026-6944297

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Location
Raleigh
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Lucía Candanedo
Job Reference
JN-022026-6944297