[CONTRACT] Construction Project Manager - Facility Renovation & Fit-Out

GenScript ProBio • Piscataway, NJ

6d • Onsite

About The Position

GenScript is seeking a talented, detail-oriented, and self-driven Construction Project Manager to join the Operations Department in Piscataway, NJ on a contract basis (12-18 months). The primary focus of this role is the planning, design coordination, execution, commissioning, and validation of internal renovations, interior fit-outs, and facility upgrades within existing buildings. The ideal candidate will have experience managing complex renovations in cluding occupied laboratory or logistics operation environment , with a strong emphasis on minimizing operational disruption .

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Biomedical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in construction project management, with a strong preference for interior renovations, facility fit-outs, and upgrades rather than new-shell construction.
• Direct hands-on experience with project design coordination, test-fits, cost evaluation, and MEP system studies is required.
• Experience managing projects involving HVAC systems is required.
• Proven ability to identify, troubleshoot, and resolve technical and communication issues in a renovation project.
• Strong project management, leadership, and communication skills.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and root-cause analysis capabilities with a results-driven approach.
• Ability to manage multiple renovation projects while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with interior renovation of laboratories, cleanrooms, or biopharmaceutical spaces is highly desired.
• Proficiency in project management software (e.g., Procore, Microsoft Project, Primavera P6).
• Familiarity with construction estimating and scheduling tools.
• Solid understanding of U.S. building codes, local permitting processes for renovations, safety regulations, and biopharmaceutical industry standards (cGMP, etc.) are all plus.

Responsibilities

• Visit potential sites to evaluate technical feasibility, constraints, and cost implications of proposed renovation projects.
• Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external design firms to define requirements, develop and optimize test fits, prepare detailed cost estimates, and establish realistic project timelines.
• Work with the procurement team to manage bidding and contracting for design services, construction, and long-lead equipment specific to interior renovation scopes.
• Manage contract negotiation, execution, and administration with consultants, contractors, and suppliers, ensuring compliance with terms, quality standards, and schedules.
• Actively manage technical, quality, safety, and schedule performance of interior renovation and fit-out projects, with particular attention to work in occupied or partially occupied facilities.
• Coordinate communication between design teams, construction contractors, and internal stakeholders; document decisions and drive timely resolution of issues.
• Plan and manage all required government permits, inspections, and approvals for renovation work (either directly or through the contractor).
• Provide clear weekly progress reports to management, identify bottlenecks and root causes, and escalate issues promptly for resolution.
• Organize and oversee factory acceptance tests (FAT), commissioning, and validation activities to ensure renovated spaces and systems meet user requirements and regulatory standards.

Benefits

• medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan with a company match that vests fully on day one
• paid parental leave after just three (3) months of employment
• paid time off policy that includes vacation time, personal time, sick time, floating holidays, and company holidays
• flexible spending and health savings accounts
• life and AD&D insurance
• short- and long-term disability coverage
• legal assistance
• supplemental plans such as pet, critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• commuter benefits
• well-being initiatives
• peer-to-peer recognition programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level