Project Manager – Director/Senior Director

PerkinElmer

. Lead the most complex, high-value capital projects and portfolios for Life Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing, typically exceeding $200M in total installed cost .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $170,000 - $230,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading complex capital projects in the life sciences sector, with a strong focus on GMP compliance, project governance, and strategic risk management. Proven ability to mentor teams and manage multi-million-dollar budgets while ensuring operational readiness and stakeholder alignment.

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Capital Project ManagementGMP ComplianceProject GovernanceFinancial LeadershipStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Capital Project ExperienceOperational ReadinessValue EngineeringCost-Saving InitiativesInvestment AnalysisProject ControlsRegulatory ComplianceFELDesignConstruction

Soft Skills

Team LeadershipMentoringExecutive PresenceNegotiationStrategic Guidance

Certifications & Qualifications

PMPMSCMMEM

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesAdvanced ManufacturingFDAISOEHSStakeholder ManagementGovernance FrameworksProject Portfolio ManagementMulti-Project IntegrationHigh-Value Capital Projects

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the most complex, high-value capital projects and portfolios for Life Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing, typically exceeding $200M in total installed cost
Act as senior advisor and owner’s representative, directing projects from concept through startup and transition to operations
Report to the Regional Vice President with a dotted-line connection to the VP, Project Management
Define project governance structures and serve as executive interface for client leadership
Provide strategic guidance on capital deployment, risk mitigation, and value delivery
Oversee project controls, vendor management, team leadership, and regulatory compliance
Navigate complex stakeholder environments, including global teams and regulatory authorities
Mentor and guide Project Directors and senior project personnel
Lead all phases of mega-projects, including FEL, design, procurement, construction, CQV, and operations integration
Manage a portfolio of large-scale capital projects across multiple geographies
Develop long-term capital planning strategies and influence investment prioritization
Advise client executive leadership on project risks, opportunities, and strategic direction
Establish governance frameworks, steering committees, and executive reporting structures
Represent clients in high-level negotiations and stakeholder engagements
Integrate multiple projects and align engineering, operations, quality, regulatory, and commercial functions
Anticipate and mitigate strategic, financial, and operational risks
Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, ISO, and EHS standards
Oversee multi-million-dollar capital budgets, forecasting, investment analysis, cost-saving initiatives, and value engineering
Mentor and develop project managers and cross-functional leaders
Build high-performing teams and lead succession planning and capability development

Requirements

What you’ll need

Successful candidate will reside in one of Project Farma's primary markets
Minimum 13–20+ years of capital project experience
10+ years leading large-scale life sciences projects over $200M TIC
Expert knowledge of GMP-regulated capital delivery, operational readiness, and project governance
Bachelor’s Degree and/or Master’s in Engineering, Construction Management, or related field
MSCM, MEM, PMP, or other advanced certifications strongly preferred
Executive presence with strong financial, commercial, and organizational leadership skills
Willingness to travel as required for client project assignments
Must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
No current or future work visa sponsorship
Cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver's license

Benefits

Comp & perks

Equal opportunity employment
Diverse and culturally diverse workforce commitment