Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CRB is an AEC firm serving the life sciences and food and beverage industries. The Design Project Manager will lead multidisciplinary teams delivering compliant and efficient facility solutions for life sciences, biotechnology, and pharmaceutical clients, managing client relationships, budgets, coordination, regulatory compliance, innovation, and design risks.
Responsibilities
- **Project Leadership:** Manage the design phase of complex facility projects from concept through construction documentation, ensuring alignment with client goals, regulatory requirements, and CRB’s quality standards
- **Client Engagement:** Serve as the primary design liaison with clients, facilitating clear communication, managing expectations, and ensuring satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle
- **Team Coordination:** Lead and coordinate internal design teams (architects, engineers, consultants) and external partners to deliver integrated solutions on schedule and within budget
- **Scope & Budget Management:** Define project scope, develop design budgets, and monitor progress to ensure financial and operational targets are met
- **Regulatory Compliance:** Ensure all designs meet applicable codes, standards, and industry regulations, including GMP, FDA, and EU Annex 1 requirements
- **Innovation & Sustainability:** Promote the use of cutting-edge technologies and sustainable design practices, including CFD modeling, energy-efficient systems, and modular construction strategies
- **Risk Management:** Identify design risks early and implement mitigation strategies to avoid delays or cost overruns
Skills
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field
- 7+ years of experience in design project management, preferably in pharmaceutical or biotech facility design
- Strong understanding of GMP, cleanroom design, and regulatory environments
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
- Proficiency in design software (Bluebeam, Navisworks) and project management platforms
- PMP or similar project management certification
- Familiarity with progressive contracting and integrated project delivery (IPD) models
Benefits
- Remote option available - open to Savannah, GA, Tampa, FL, Miami, FL, Orlando, FL, Tallahassee, FL
- CRB offers a complete and competitive benefit package designed to meet individual and family needs.
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