Project Manager - Construction Projects - in the field of life sciences (m/f)

We are looking for a highly qualified and experienced Project Manager to join our team in Paris, France, specializing in construction projects in the life sciences sector. You will oversee complex construction projects in the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and schedule. Responsibilities include leading projects from launch to completion, managing budgets and schedules, coordinating with cross-functional teams, ensuring compliance with GMP regulations, and overseeing specialized facility design.

Must Have

• Lead and manage all aspects of life sciences construction projects from launch to completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including architects, engineers, contractors, and clients.
• Ensure compliance with GMP regulations and industry standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Implement and maintain quality assurance and control processes.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans as needed.
• Manage contracts and relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to stakeholders.
• Oversee the design and construction of specialized facilities such as cleanrooms and laboratories.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and OSHA regulations on construction sites.
• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or a related field.
• At least 5 to 7 years of project management experience, with specialization in life sciences or pharmaceutical construction projects.
• Proven experience in delivering projects in complex construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of GMP regulations and pharmaceutical and life sciences industry standards.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies.
• Experience with construction management software and MS Office suite.
• Excellent skills in risk management, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Strong contract management and negotiation skills.
• Understanding of cleanroom and laboratory design principles.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• OSHA certification required.
• Excellent communication skills in FRENCH and ENGLISH (Oral and written).
• Travel to industrial sites is required.

Good to Have

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desired.

Perks & Benefits

• Great place to work where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
• Healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Company Description

Turner & Townsend is a business consulting firm specializing in program management, project management, and cost management in the commercial real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors.

With 112 offices in 46 countries, we leverage our global experience to manage risks while maximizing value and performance during construction and operation.

Job Description

We are looking for a highly qualified and experienced project manager to join our team in Paris, France, specializing in construction projects in the life sciences sector. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing complex construction projects in the life sciences and pharmaceutical industries, ensuring successful delivery within scope, budget, and schedule.

• You will lead and manage all aspects of construction projects in the life sciences field, from launch to completion.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and resource allocation plans.
• Ensure coordination with cross-functional teams, including architects, engineers, contractors, and clients.
• Ensure compliance with GMP regulations and industry standards throughout the project lifecycle.
• Implement and maintain quality assurance and control processes.
• Identify and mitigate project risks, developing contingency plans if necessary.
• Manage contracts and relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Prepare and present regular project status reports to stakeholders.
• Oversee the design and construction of specialized facilities such as cleanrooms and laboratories.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards and OSHA regulations on construction sites.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management or a related field.
• At least 5 to 7 years of project management experience, with a specialization in construction projects in the life sciences or pharmaceutical industry.
• Proven experience in delivering projects in complex construction environments.
• Strong knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) regulations and pharmaceutical and life sciences industry standards.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
• Experience with construction management software and the MS Office suite.
• Excellent skills in risk management, budgeting, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Strong contract management and negotiation skills.
• Understanding of cleanroom and laboratory design principles.
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and leadership skills.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification desired.
• OSHA certification required.
• Excellent communication skills in FRENCH and ENGLISH (Oral and written).
• Travel to our industrial sites is required.

Additional Information

Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.

We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.

Please find out more about us at www.turnerandtownsend.com/

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