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Construction Project Manager

Legend Biotech USA, Piscataway, NJ, United States


Job Title:

Construction Project Manager

Location:

Piscataway, NJ (Fully onsite)

Reports to:

Director of US Site Operations

Compensation:

The estimated salary range is $120,000 - $150,000, based on experience.

Overview
GenScript is seeking a talented, detail oriented and self‑driven individual to join the Operations Department, contributing 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
Project Planning and Execution

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.

Procurement 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

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.

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.

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.

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