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Pharmaceutical Project Manager - New Jersey

Branchburg, New Jersey Permanent USD150,000 - USD170,000 per year View Job Description
Seeking an experienced Pharmaceutical Project Manager to oversee capital construction, infrastructure, and facility improvement projects at a major pharmaceutical manufacturing campus in New Jersey. This role requires a driven construction professional with 10+ years of experience managing complex projects within highly regulated environments while coordinating multiple stakeholders and maintaining strict safety and quality standards.
  • Opportunity for growth within a reputable Pharmaceutical contractor
  • Excellent compensation, benefits, work-life balance

About Our Client

Our client is a leading construction and project services firm with a strong reputation for delivering complex projects across the life sciences, pharmaceutical, industrial, and advanced manufacturing sectors. They have a long-standing presence within the New Jersey pharmaceutical market and partner with some of the world's most recognized life sciences organizations.

Job Description

  • Lead pharmaceutical construction projects from planning and preconstruction through commissioning and closeout.
  • Manage project budgets, schedules, procurement activities, and reporting requirements.
  • Coordinate with owners, facility managers, engineers, contractors, and regulatory stakeholders.
  • Oversee site logistics and construction activities within an active pharmaceutical campus environment.
  • Ensure compliance with GMP, safety, quality, and site-specific operating procedures.
  • Drive project execution while minimizing disruption to ongoing manufacturing and facility operations.
  • Review construction documents, project specifications, and change management requests.
  • Lead project meetings and communicate progress, risks, and mitigation strategies to stakeholders.
  • Manage subcontractors and field teams to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Support utility infrastructure, facility upgrades, and site improvement projects as required.

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The Successful Applicant

  • 10+ years of experience as a Project Manager within construction, engineering, or capital project delivery.
  • Experience managing projects within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, advanced manufacturing, or regulated industrial environments.
  • Strong understanding of project controls, budgeting, scheduling, procurement, and risk management.
  • Sitework and utility infrastructure experience is highly preferred, including work involving underground utilities, campus infrastructure, and related civil improvements.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders simultaneously.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and client-facing skills.
  • Knowledge of GMP-regulated environments and pharmaceutical facility requirements is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated career stability with reputable contractors, construction managers, or engineering firms.
  • Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field preferred.



What's on Offer

  • Compensation up to $185K+ depending upon experience level
  • Bonus potential
  • Vehicle allowance
  • Opportunity to lead impactful projects at a major pharmaceutical campus in New Jersey.
  • Exposure to high-profile life sciences and capital improvement projects.
  • Competitive compensation package and comprehensive benefits.
  • Long-term project pipeline with a stable and growing organization.
  • Collaborative team environment with strong leadership support.
  • Significant opportunities for career growth and advancement within the life sciences construction sector.



Contact
Frances Sudakin
Quote job ref
JN-082026-7093829

Job summary

Sector
Construction
Sub Sector
Project Manager
Industry
Property
Where
Branchburg
Contract Type
Permanent
Consultant name
Frances Sudakin
Job Reference
JN-082026-7093829
 

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