Senior Project Manager | Life Science Construction | San Jose

Senior Project Manager (Life Science Construction)

Join an employee-owned general contractor with roots in life science construction. Supportive leadership, collaborative culture, and clear growth trajectory.

Our client is a highly respected General Contractor with more than 30 years of experience across life science, cleanroom, healthcare, data center, and commercial interiors projects throughout the Bay Area. The company is known for its strong culture, stability, and client-first approach-valuing relationships and quality delivery over headcount growth. With its highest revenue year to date and a robust project pipeline, the firm is continuing its upward trajectory with several exciting large-scale projects on the horizon. Additionally, this is a company where talented people grow and stay. They're employee-owned (ESOP) and driven by long-term success, not short-term gains. Regarding this role they're looking to fill, the company is seeking a Senior Project Manager (or emerging Project Executive) to help lead and oversee multiple complex projects, primarily in the life science and commercial markets. This is a strategic, leadership-track position - ideal for someone who wants to grow into a Project Executive role and help shape the future of the business. You'll manage projects at a high level, ensure client satisfaction, and guide teams of 5-6 professionals while helping strengthen the company's relationships and brand within the South Bay and Peninsula markets.

Job Description

Oversee multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring safety, quality, schedule, and budget goals are met. Lead and mentor a team of 5-6 project and field staff, fostering growth and accountability. Manage client relationships and serve as the primary point of contact to ensure satisfaction and repeat business. Collaborate with preconstruction, field operations, and executive leadership to deliver successful outcomes. Support business development through networking and brand building (not expected to bring all your own clients). Partner with leadership to help drive the company's continued expansion in the life science and commercial markets.

MPI does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or based on an individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state or local law. MPI encourages applications from minorities, women, the disabled, protected veterans and all other qualified applicants.

The Successful Applicant

A successful Senior Project Manager should have :

• 10-15 years of experience in commercial or life science construction, with a strong background managing technical projects.
• Proven ability to lead teams, oversee multiple projects, and maintain strong client relationships.
• Strong organizational, financial management, and leadership skills.
• A forward-thinking, ethical, and team-oriented mindset with aspirations to grow into a Project Executive role.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or related field preferred.

What's on Offer

This is an excellent opportunity to advance your career in construction within the Life Science industry. If you're ready to take the next step, we encourage you to apply today! You can also reach out directly to Charlie Robinson for more details - 310-901-8612.