Senior Project Manager, Architecture – Advanced Projects Group

Ware Malcomb

. Deliver innovative design projects to diverse clients through all phases .

Posted 11/2/2026full-timePhoenix • Arizona • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in managing Life Science and Science & Technology projects, including lab planning and compliance with GMP and FDA regulations. Proficient in overseeing project phases from conceptual design to construction, while maintaining financial accountability and exceptional client service.

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10+ Years Experience In Life Science ProjectsLab Planning ExperienceKnowledge Of Clean Room ISO StandardsGMP And FDA Regulatory UnderstandingExperience Using Revit

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Hard Skills

Project ManagementBudget ManagementSchedule ManagementLab DesignConstruction Document DevelopmentCode ComplianceHazardous Material Containment KnowledgeClient InteractionProposal WritingConsultant Coordination

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsStrong Work EthicTeam CollaborationMentoring

Tools & Technologies

RevitMicrosoft Office SuiteMicrosoft ProjectDeltek Vantagepoint

Industry Keywords

Life ScienceScience & TechnologyClean RoomsConstruction ServicesBuilding CodesProject PhasesISO StandardsGMPFDA RegulationsConsultant Teams

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Deliver innovative design projects to diverse clients through all phases
Lead internal and external teams
Maintain financial responsibility for projects by adhering to budgets and workplans
Oversee development of contract documents
Serve as the primary client contact and provide exceptional client service
Plan, schedule, conduct, and coordinate project phases, including Conceptual, Schematic, Design Development, Construction Documents, and Construction Services
Prepare project schedules
Discuss project health administratively and technically with the operations leader
Alert the Business Operations Manager to changing project conditions requiring office leadership attention
Maintain and update project planners weekly for staffing meetings
Issue and obtain approval for additional services before starting additional-scope work
Utilize company resource groups for design and construction documents
Provide construction services, including site visits and shop drawing reviews
Coordinate with the contracts team for project contract execution
Represent Ware Malcomb at jurisdiction public design review or development approval meetings and project presentations when required
Assemble consultant teams, identify scopes of work, collect fees, select consultants, and facilitate contracts
Assist the studio leader and mentor junior project members
Assist with writing and reviewing proposals and consultant teams
Coordinate with accounting regarding accounts receivable, consultant payables, and invoicing
Coordinate project consultants through all project phases
Work with QC studio, peer reviewer, or Project Architect to review contract documents before issuance

Requirements

What you’ll need

10+ years of experience on Life Science or other relevant Science & Technology projects; prior Project Manager experience preferred
Demonstrated lab planning experience
Experience overseeing the full life cycle of an S&T project, from programming and planning through CA and commissioning
Knowledge of applicable building codes
Ability to interact with code officials and other design professionals to resolve complex code issues
Knowledge and experience designing wet and dry laboratories, and clean rooms
Knowledge of clean room ISO standards
Hazardous material containment and control area knowledge for life science, pharmaceutical and manufacturing environments
GMP and FDA regulatory understanding with respect to Cleanroom classifications and validations
Excellent communication skills, a great personality and a strong work ethic
Experience using Revit, Microsoft Office Suite, and Microsoft Project
Deltek Vantagepoint experience preferred
Experience working with clients, as part of a team, and independently
Proven ability to manage schedules and budgets for multiple projects of various sizes

Benefits

Comp & perks

Full-time, long-term position
Team-oriented, collaborative work culture
Programs and benefits described at Ware Malcomb’s Life at Ware Malcomb page