Trenton, New Jersey

Responsibilities

Location Trenton, New Jersey US Job ID REQ-056411

This is a full-time position with Project Farma, a PerkinElmer Company. The successful candidate will be located in one of Project Farma's primary market locations, and be willing to travel as needed for project requirements.

The Senior Director, Project Management will lead the successful planning and execution of large-scale capital projects in life sciences and advanced manufacturing sectors, including greenfield developments and retrofit initiatives. With a focus on projects valued at $100M–$200M, this role is responsible for overseeing all phases of project delivery – from initial planning and design, through construction, commissioning, startup and transition to operations. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in regulated environments, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership to ensure projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.

The position represents the client’s interests, leads integrated delivery teams, and ensures project success across schedule, cost, scope, quality, and safety. They will report directly to the Regional Vice President, with an indirect reporting line to the VP, Project Management to ensure alignment with firm-wide project management standards.

Key Responsibilities

• • Lead cross-functional project teams across engineering, construction, CQV, and startup workstreams.
• • Develop and manage project execution plans, governance models, and project controls structures.
• • Act as the owner’s representative and primary point of contact for client leadership.
• • Manage scope, budget, schedule, and risk across all project phases.
• • Interface with internal stakeholders, EPC/EPCM partners, and vendors to ensure alignment and progress.

Project Development & Execution

• • Serve as the primary point of contact for executive leadership and client stakeholders.
• • Oversee feasibility studies, site selection, permitting, and conceptual design.
• • Manage project scope, schedule, budget, and risk throughout the project lifecycle.
• • Ensure alignment with OSHA, GMP, FDA, ISO and other relevant regulatory standards.
• • Provide leadership and mentorship to project managers, engineers, and support staff.
• • Support change management and escalation processes with RVP and VP, Project Management as needed.
• • Lead with presence; depending on project location and phase, significant travel may be required.

Design & Construction Oversight

• • Oversee architectural, engineering, and construction vendors and their activities for greenfield and retrofit projects.
• • Ensure constructability, scalability, and sustainability are integrated into design and execution.
• • Monitor construction progress, quality control, and safety compliance.

Commissioning, Qualification & Startup

• • Lead commissioning and qualification (C&Q) efforts in collaboration with validation and quality teams.
• • Plan for and coordinate startup activities and ensure seamless handover to operations.
• • Support operational readiness, including training, SOP development, and performance testing.

Financial & Contract Management

• • Develop and manage capital budgets, forecasts, and cost controls.
• • Negotiate and administer contracts with design firms, contractors, and suppliers.
• • Ensure compliance with procurement policies and financial governance.

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

• • Facilitate clear and consistent communication across all project stakeholders.
• • Prepare and present project updates, dashboards, and executive reports.
• • Manage change control and decision-making processes effectively

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field.
• Alternatively, significant experience leading and managing large capital projects.
• Minimum 15 years of capital project experience, with at least 5 years as a project
• lead on efforts >$100M TIC.
• Strong understanding of life sciences capital delivery, including CQV, GEP, and
• operational readiness.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
• Travel as necessary for business continuity.

Project Farma is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law.

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs. We cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver's license

The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $165,000 to $200,000. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.