Head of Construction
About The Position
Science is an early stage company developing technologies for a range of serious unmet medical needs. We are unafraid to take difficult technical risks. We are secure in the knowledge that, with a clear understanding of what we are doing and with support from powerful modern tools, more progress is possible than might be immediately obvious. Science is looking for an in-house Head of Construction who can operate as a general contractor. This person will lead our ongoing construction projects and ensure that our facilities support research and development as our work grows and changes. To be a successful construction manager you will work to bridge the gap between the many facets needed to construct, maintain, and adapt a life sciences building in addition to closely managing and optimizing the work of subcontractors.
Requirements
- 7+ years in construction management, ideally with at least 2 years managing life sciences or laboratory facilities
- Experience with specialized laboratory systems (HVAC, clean rooms, chemical storage, utilities)
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, since a Construction Manager may be required to interact with vendors, contractors, and subcontractors, as well as construction workers
- Strong ability to review and negotiate contracts
- Strong interpersonal skills to work efficiently and effectively with other professionals
- Excellent time management skills so that construction projects are completed within a given and critical time frame
- Strong decision-making skills to make effective plans and decisions to avoid problems, as well as solve emerging ones
- Physical strength and stamina to meet the demands of the work
- Skilled project management to develop the scope of the project and evaluate data to determine the various needs of the project
Responsibilities
- Carry out a review of work progress on a regular basis and ensure jobs are done on time and within budget
- Manage, coordinate, and direct the activities of subcontractors and construction workers
- Work with architects and engineers to complete and submit drawings for permits
- Oversee and handle the negotiation of terms of agreements, drafting of contracts, and the acquisition of permits and licenses
- Analyze, manage, and mitigate risks
- Make sure that construction standards are of high quality and also ensure the use of proper construction techniques
- Project manage within critical timelines
Benefits
- Competitive salary and equity
- Medical, dental, vision and life insurance
- Flexible vacation and company-paid holidays
- Healthy meals and snacks provided for non-remote employees
- Paid parental, jury duty, bereavement, family care and medical leave
- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account, subsidized by Science
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Industry
Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
101-250 employees
