Senior Project Manager, Life Science

Barry-Wehmiller

. Manage facility MEP design/bid/build projects for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, advanced technology, food and beverage, and other industrial operations .

Posted 10/23/2026full-timePasadena • California • United StatesSenior💰 $161,000 - $207,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

Role fit

Core Competencies

Use this summary to align your resume positioning with the role.

Demonstrates extensive project management and engineering expertise in executing capital projects within the pharmaceutical and biotechnology sectors, with a strong focus on facility MEP design and compliance. Proven ability to manage client relationships, oversee project timelines, and ensure adherence to budget and scope.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management ExperienceFacility MEP DesignBudget ManagementClient Relationship ManagementProfessional Engineer (PE) License

ATS Keywords

Tailor your resume

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills

Project ExecutionDesign DevelopmentCost EstimationChange Control ManagementConstruction AdministrationCQVFacility Utility DesignClean Room DesignAutomation DesignSpecifications Development

Soft Skills

Problem SolvingClient CommunicationTeam CollaborationPresentation SkillsExpectation Management

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft Project

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in EngineeringRegistered Architect (RA) License

Industry Keywords

Pharmaceutical ProjectsBiotechnology ProjectsMedical Device ProjectsA/E/C Design Firm ExperienceBuilding-Code CompliancePlant EngineeringConstruction CoordinationSite ManagementInfrastructure DesignValue Engineering

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage facility MEP design/bid/build projects for pharmaceutical, biotechnology, advanced technology, food and beverage, and other industrial operations
Lead project and design efforts from concept design through start-up
Oversee preparation of plans, specifications, and contract documents
Collaborate with clients, engineers, architects, designers, and other technical professionals
Facilitate site, building, and infrastructure design and construction
Proactively solve design problems
Manage client communications and expectations
Manage project timelines, budget, scope, change, and risk
Evaluate project progress and adjust critical paths for scope completion and budget adherence
Coordinate with authorities having jurisdiction and ensure building-code compliance
Interface with construction and site managers to resolve design coordination and constructability issues
Assist with value engineering efforts
Prepare proposals and participate in sales presentations
Support capital projects and implement client solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum of 12 years of relevant project management and engineering experience executing capital projects
Experience covering design development and coordination, specifications development, cost estimation, budget management, change control management, plan check and permit acquisition, construction and contract documents, CQV, and construction administration
Project management experience overseeing facility systems, clean rooms, clean utilities, plant utilities, process systems, and automation design projects
Experience with pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical device projects preferred
Working knowledge of civil/site work, structural, architectural, mechanical systems, and electrical power distribution
Plant engineering experience preferred
Project execution experience within an A/E/C design firm
Experience with facility utility design projects for manufacturing and distribution clients
Ability to execute presentations, manage client relationships, and interact successfully with team members
Solid skills in Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, and Microsoft Project
Willingness to travel for project requirements, installation and start-up activities, meetings, trainings, seminars, forums, and conventions
Bachelor of Science in mechanical, civil, structural, or architectural engineering
Professional Engineer (PE) or Registered Architect (RA) licensure preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Professional development resources and mentorships
First Year Experience program
Individual Development Plans
Career Path resources and tools
Highly flexible career path
Reasonable accommodations during the interview process