Sr. Specialist, Construction & Project Management

About the Role:

Responsible for delivering construction projects across a life sciences real estate portfolio, supporting both laboratory and office environments. Supports projects from inception through completion, ensuring delivery is on time, within budget, and aligned with operational, safety, and regulatory requirements. Independently leads multiple concurrent projects of varying scope and complexity, applying construction and project management expertise to coordinate design, permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning and occupancy activities.

Identifies and resolves project risks, supports process improvements within the project delivery lifecycle and serves as a resource to stakeholders on construction execution and facility readiness. Reporting to Global Real Estate & Construction, this position partners cross-functionally with Facilities/Engineering, EH&S, Security, Space Planning, IT, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality, compliant, and functional spaces that support research, development, and corporate operations.

• Project & Program Management

  • Support delivery of assigned construction projects through all phases of the construction project lifecycle including planning, design, permitting, construction, commissioning, and turnover, in accordance with established project delivery processes

  • Lead pre-construction planning activities including scope development, constructability reviews, cost estimating, schedule development, and risk assessments

  • Deliver assigned laboratory and office construction projects, including buildouts, renovations, and facility improvements, in accordance with approved scope, schedule, and budget

  • Coordinate all phases of delivery including design, permitting, procurement, construction, commissioning, and closeout

  • Provide clear, consistent reporting on project status, risks, schedules and budget performance, to project sponsors and functional leadership. Ensure projects are executed in accordance with established project delivery standards, templates, and procedures

  • Develop and implement project-specific construction execution plans, phasing strategies, and site logistics plans in alignment with approved project requirements

  • Monitor project risks and communicate concerns to leadership while supporting mitigation activities

  • Provide project-related guidance and updates to internal stakeholders regarding construction activities and facility readiness

• Vendor & Partner Management

  • Coordinate activities of Construction Managers, Contractors, Architectural & Engineering consultants/firms, and vendors

  • Support RFP processes, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and vendor selection

  • Monitor vendor performance and communicate issues related to cost, schedule, quality, and safety to leadership

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

  • Partner with Facilities/Engineering, EH&S, Security, IT, Space Planning, and other functional stakeholders to achieve project objectives and ensure alignment with operational requirements

  • Ensure alignment with operational readiness and handoff to Facilities teams

  • Integrate EH&S requirements and safety standards into all project phases

  • Collaborate with Security to incorporate physical security requirements

  • Ensure successful project turnover including commissioning, documentation, and stakeholder transition

  • Support move-in coordination and readiness for lab and office operations

  • Ensure constructability alignment between design teams and Facilities/Engineering requirements prior to construction start

• Construction Oversight & Compliance

  • Manage RFIs, submittals, change orders, and construction documentation

  • Conduct site visits to monitor safety, quality, and construction progress

  • Ensure compliance with local codes, regulatory requirements, and company standards

  • Lead field oversight activities including site walks, quality inspections, and safety observations

• Permitting & Regulatory Coordination

  • Manage permit approvals and regulatory coordination, including AHJ and local jurisdictions

  • Ensure compliance with zoning, building codes, and regulatory requirements

  • Proactively identify and mitigate permitting risks and timelines

• Financial Management & Cap Ex Reporting

  • Track and manage project budgets, forecasts, and Cap Ex reporting

  • Monitor change orders and support cost controls to ensure budget adherence

  • Prepare financial reporting and assist with variance analysis

  • Track project budgets, forecasts, and expenditures, and provide financial updates to support capital planning and reporting activities

  • Monitor construction payment processes including review and approval of pay applications, ensuring receipt of appropriate conditional and unconditional lien waivers, and compliance with contractual and legal requirements prior to payment release

• Other duties as assigned

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field AND 4+ years of construction and project management, preferably within life…