We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead the delivery of a new GMP-compliant facility, including warehouse, administration, and future manufacturing/QC space. The Project Manager will be responsible for end-to-end execution from design coordination through construction, fit-out, commissioning, and operational readiness.
Key Responsibilities
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Project Leadership & Delivery
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Act as owner’s representative Project Manager, accountable for full project lifecycle
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Lead the project from design coordination through construction, CQV, and operational readiness
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Ensure delivery aligned with scope, schedule, budget, and GMP requirements
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Design & Engineering Coordination
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Manage and coordinate the engineering partner (A/E firm)
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Ensure design meets:
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GMP warehouse standards (supporting cell culture manufacturing)
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Operational flows (materials, personnel, waste)
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Future phase readiness (manufacturing/QC)
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Construction & Contractor Management
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Oversee general contractor execution of TI scope
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Interface with property developer for core & shell coordination
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Manage construction integration, interfaces, and change control
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GMP & Operational Readiness
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Ensure facility design and execution supports:
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GMP warehousing (controlled environments, material handling, traceability)
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Integration with manufacturing supply chain
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Lead transition from construction to operational readiness, including:
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Commissioning & qualification coordination (as applicable)
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SOP readiness, layout finalization, and turnover
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Governance & Reporting
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Establish and manage:
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Project governance structure
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RAID logs, schedule tracking, and budget oversight
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Executive reporting and stakeholder communication
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Phasing Strategy & Future-Proofing
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Ensure Phase 1 delivery does not constrain:
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Future manufacturing build-out
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QC lab development
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Validate infrastructure capacity, layout provisions, and expansion strategy
Education & Qualification Requirements:
- 10–15+ years project management experience in pharmaceutical/biotech facilities
- Proven delivery of:
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GMP warehouses and/or manufacturing facilities
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Tenant improvement projects within developer-delivered buildings
- Experience working with:
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A/E firms and General Contractors
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Multi-party delivery structures (developer + tenant + contractors)
Technical Competence
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GMP requirements (FDA/EU)
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Warehouse operations supporting biologics manufacturing
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Facility design for material/personnel flows
- Familiarity with commissioning and qualification (CQV) and operational startup
Leadership & Delivery Skills
- Ability to operate as single point of accountability on the owner side
- Strong stakeholder management across:
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Internal technical teams
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External partners (developer, engineers, contractors)
- Experience managing phased projects and future expansion planning
Benefits
What We Offer:
Competitive Compensation: Attractive salary and comprehensive benefits package for full-time and part-time employees, including health, dental, vision, and life insurance, a 401(k) plan with employer match, a generous paid time off policy, and additional perks. Compensation is commensurate with professional experience.
Career Development: Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within a supportive and innovative environment.
Work-Life Balance: Flexible work arrangements and a commitment to maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
Eliquent Life Sciences is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to employee diversity.
