Project Manager

Ware Malcomb has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join our Science & Technology design studio in Pleasanton, California!

Project Managers are responsible for the management of entire projects, from start to finish including conceptual, schematic, design development, construction documentation and construction services. This role is responsible for leading consultants, internal resources, overseeing the development of contract documents, adhering to budgets, facilitating contracts, construction site representation, and are a primary client contact throughout the life of a project.

This individual should preferably have broad life sciences project knowledge focusing on Pharmaceutical, Biotech, R&D Laboratories and Manufacturing environments.

Project Manager Responsibilities:

• Responsible for the management of the projects, start to finish.
• Utilize the company's resource groups for design, preparation of design and construction documents.
• Plan, schedule, conduct and coordinate each of the phases of the project.
• Provide construction services (Site visits, review shop drawings, etc.)
• Be the key contact with the client, and their consultants and representatives.
• Assemble consultant team for the project (Identify scope of work, collect fees, select consultants, and facilitate contracts).
• Work with the Ware Malcomb consultants to coordinate all of the various trades to achieve a complete, coordinated set of contract documents and specifications for building permits and construction.
• Responsible for local, county, state and federal project code searches and analysis for each project.
• Be responsible for the financial success of all responsible projects.
• Communicate with clients, brokers, contractors, consultants, and team members..
• Assist in mentoring and development efforts of junior staff.
• Successful candidate will act as a design resource for our national and international offices.
• Coordinate the production of equipment plans and schedules.
• Support internal QA/QC and project coordination.

Project Manager Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience as a Project Manager on Life Science or other relevant Science & Technology projects.
• Knowledge of applicable building codes. Individual should be able to interact with code officials and other design professionals to resolve complex code issues.
• Hazardous material containment knowledge with respect to life science, pharmaceutical and manufacturing environments.
• GMP and FDA regulatory understanding with respect to Cleanroom classifications.
• Excellent communication skills, a great personality and a strong work ethic.
• Experience in the use of AutoCAD, REVIT, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project, and Deltek Vision experience is preferred.
• Experience working with clients, as part of a team and be able to work independently.
• Proven ability to manage schedule and budget for multiple projects of various sizes.

Established in 1972, Ware Malcomb is a contemporary and expanding full service design firm providing professional architecture, planning, interior design, civil engineering, branding and building measurement services to corporate, commercial/residential developer and public/institutional clients throughout the world.

With office locations throughout the United States, Canada, Mexico and Brazil, the firm specializes in the design of commercial office, corporate, industrial, science & technology, healthcare, retail, auto, public/institutional facilities and renovation projects.

Ware Malcomb offers the best of both worlds - a small-office, supportive and nurturing work environment with large company resources and support - providing an amazing opportunity for professional growth. Ware Malcomb offers a wellness-focused company culture, competitive salary and overall benefits package.

Ware Malcomb is recognized as an Inc. 5000 fastest-growing private company and a Hot Firm and Best Firm to Work For by Zweig Group!