Project Manager, Design and Construction – R&D/Lab Buildouts

OpenAI

. Provide project management and leadership for mission-critical construction projects supporting research, scaling, and manufacturing activities .

Posted 10/26/2026full-timeSan Francisco • California • United StatesSeniorLead💰 $205,000 - $225,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management for infrastructure and facilities build-out projects, with a strong focus on budgeting, financial analysis, and technical coordination across multiple engineering disciplines. Proven ability to lead complex projects while fostering collaboration among diverse stakeholders and managing vendor relationships.

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Infrastructure Project ManagementConstruction BudgetingTechnical CoordinationVendor ManagementStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

Project EstimatingFinancial AnalysisConstruction ManagementTechnical Due DiligenceDesign ReviewMEP CoordinationBuilding Systems ExpertiseCost ForecastingFeasibility StudiesArchitecture Background

Soft Skills

LeadershipCollaborationCommunication SkillsRelationship ManagementAccountability

Industry Keywords

Construction ProjectsHyper-Scaling EnvironmentStakeholder EngagementContract AdministrationHigh-Performance Culture

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Provide project management and leadership for mission-critical construction projects supporting research, scaling, and manufacturing activities
Own technical coordination across MEP, civil/structural, and architectural scopes
Deliver complex build-outs on time and on budget
Lead full lifecycle execution of infrastructure and facilities build-out projects, including advanced compute facilities, labs, testing environments, and production spaces
Own project estimating, budgeting, financial analysis, and capital funding
Engage, contract, and manage architects, contractors, construction managers, and consultants
Collaborate with Real Estate, Operations, Corporate Security, IT/AV, EH&S, stakeholder teams, and Finance
Partner with Leasing on site selection, due diligence, and cost forecasting
Manage relationships with internal clients and executives, driving engagement, alignment, and decision-making
Develop and oversee technical due diligence, including technical assessments, AHJ coordination, utility requirements, and feasibility studies
Develop and review concept designs and stakeholder-aligned programming
Review and contribute to design drawings, mechanical and electrical layouts, utility diagrams, specifications, and technical documentation

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience delivering infrastructure projects in a fast-paced, hyper-scaling environment
Background in architecture, interior design, or construction project management
Experience collaborating with engineering disciplines, including MEP, structural, and building systems
Deep expertise in construction budgeting, forecasting, and financial analysis
Ability to communicate cost drivers to non-technical stakeholders
Experience building and leveraging relationships with external vendors, consultants, GCs, and internal teams
Ability to drive accountability across disciplines
Leadership, ownership, and collaboration skills
Vendor management and contract administration, including sourcing, negotiating, and managing agreements
Exceptional written, verbal, and large-group presentation communication skills
Experience communicating with senior executives and high-level stakeholders
Experience leading multiple concurrent projects across geographies
Track record of delivering projects on time, within budget, and to a high design standard
Ability to thrive in a high-performance, fast-paced culture with multiple priorities and projects

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equity
Performance-related bonuses for eligible employees
Medical, dental, and vision insurance for you and your family, with employer contributions to Health Savings Accounts
Pre-tax accounts for Health FSA, Dependent Care FSA, and commuter expenses (parking and transit)
401(k) retirement plan with employer match
Paid parental leave (up to 24 weeks for birth parents and 20 weeks for non-birthing parents)
Paid medical and caregiver leave (up to 8 weeks)
Flexible PTO for exempt employees and up to 15 days annually for non-exempt employees
13+ paid company holidays
Multiple paid coordinated company office closures throughout the year for focus and recharge
Paid sick or safe time (1 hour per 30 hours worked, or more, as required by applicable state or local law)
Mental health and wellness support
Employer-paid basic life and disability coverage
Annual learning and development stipend
Daily meals in offices and meal delivery credits as eligible
Relocation support for eligible employees
Additional taxable fringe benefits, such as charitable donation matching and wellness stipends, may also be provided