Project Manager - Technology and Life Sciences (TLS)

McGough•Roseville, MN

31d•$115,000 - $160,000

About The Position

The Project Manager – Technology and Life Sciences (TLS) supports highly technical construction projects in advanced manufacturing, semiconductors, pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, medtech, and cleanroom environments. The role coordinates process-driven facilities that integrate mechanical, electrical, plumbing, automation, and control systems. It is suited to candidates with engineering or owner-side experience who understand client manufacturing processes, critical environments, and regulatory requirements. The Project Manager partners with clients to align facility design and construction with operational performance, process reliability, and long-term scalability. The role supports large, complex TLS projects from concept through commissioning, validation, and turnover, and leads small to medium-sized projects. It includes project delivery, client and process integration, oversight of technical systems, preconstruction and engineering collaboration, financial and operational management, safety and quality, team development, business development support, construction execution, and commissioning and turnover. Work may take place at various jobsites and/or a corporate or regional office. Regional meetings and overnight travel may be involved. The position involves extended periods of sitting and computer use, with occasional standing, bending, walking, and lifting. Jobsite visits may expose employees to dirt, dust, uneven surfaces, outdoor weather, and extreme temperatures. Employees must be able to move around project sites, including climbing ladders and stairs and walking long distances.

Requirements

Four-year degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or related) or Construction Management with a strong technical background.
At least 4 years of experience managing complex projects in Technology, Life Sciences, or advanced manufacturing sectors.
Demonstrated experience with cleanroom construction, process systems, and critical environments.
Strong understanding of MEP systems, controls, and their integration with manufacturing processes.
Experience working directly with client/owner engineering or operations teams.
Proven ability to manage highly technical projects with multiple stakeholders.
Strong communication skills and ability to translate between engineering and construction teams.
Thorough and detail-oriented.
Ability to prioritize and multitask within time constraints.
Self-starter and motivated to work with minimal supervision.
Strong computer skills, including Excel.

Nice To Haves

Experience on the owner/client side in facility engineering, capital projects, or manufacturing support.
Familiarity with regulatory environments, including FDA, GMP, and ISO cleanroom standards.
Experience with commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV).
Background in semiconductor, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or similar industries.
Lean construction experience, including the Last Planner System.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage small to medium-sized TLS projects and support large, complex projects from concept through commissioning, validation, and turnover.
Coordinate process systems, cleanroom environments, critical utilities, facility design, and client manufacturing requirements.
Drive project execution with focus on schedule, cost control, quality, and operational performance in mission-critical environments.
Coordinate design teams, trade partners, equipment vendors, and client engineering teams.
Understand client processes and ensure facility systems support process flows, contamination control, and operational efficiency.
Provide constructability input on process equipment layout, tool installation, and utility distribution.
Support factory acceptance testing, site acceptance testing, commissioning, startup, validation, and operational readiness.
Oversee development and construction of complex MEP and control systems, including cleanroom HVAC, process piping, specialty gases, electrical distribution, backup power, building automation, SCADA, and controls integration.
Manage risks involving system performance, uptime, system integration, schedule, and regulatory compliance.
Support technical preconstruction, including scope validation, cost modeling, constructability reviews, value engineering, and lifecycle performance considerations.
Maintain accountability for project financial performance, forecasting, profitability, and budgeting for specialized scopes.
Promote safety, particularly around high-risk systems, and support quality control, documentation, testing, commissioning, and validation readiness.
Mentor and coach assistant project managers and project engineers; develop internal capabilities in advanced manufacturing and cleanroom construction.
Build and maintain relationships with owners, clients, design partners, subcontractors, suppliers, and trade partners.
Support proposals, interviews, early client engagement, and business development in advanced manufacturing and life sciences markets.
Coordinate construction sequencing and trades to support tool installation, startup, operational readiness, and avoidance of system conflicts.
Ensure documentation and turnover meet regulatory and operational requirements.
Attend project management and company meetings, relevant training, and company-sponsored events; participate in Lean events and support the McGough Way.
Follow the standard of work and perform other responsibilities as assigned.