Senior Project Manager- Life Sciences (Design And Construction)

Senior Project Manager – Life Sciences (Design and Construction)

If you are the kind of project leader who brings both technical depth and executive presence—someone who can guide clients through complex decisions while building trust at every stage of a project—this role offers the opportunity to lead work that has lasting impact.

Located on site in Boston, MA

The Opportunity

As of December 2025, Project Management Advisors has officially joined Brailsford & Dunlavey, bringing together two advisory firms with a shared commitment to helping clients deliver complex projects with greater clarity, strategy, and impact.

Together, we combine PMA’s deep owner’s representation expertise with B&D’s broader planning, development, and management advisory platform—creating new opportunities for our people and our clients across the country.

We are seeking a Senior Project Manager in Boston to support a growing portfolio of Life Science projects. This role is ideal for a professional who brings strong project leadership, thrives in client-facing environments, and enjoys guiding sophisticated development projects from early planning through execution.

We are looking for someone who brings both technical credibility and high-energy client engagement—someone who can lead complex conversations, build trust quickly, and represent the client’s interests with confidence.

What You’ll Do

As a Senior Project Manager, you will serve as a lead advisor to clients while overseeing the successful planning and delivery of complex life science projects.

Responsibilities include:

• Serve as a primary client advisor throughout planning, design, and construction
• Lead project teams through all phases of development, from early planning through occupancy
• Manage budgets, schedules, project controls, and consultant coordination
• Oversee strategic planning, design management, procurement, and construction execution
• Translate complex project information into clear recommendations for client decision-making
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, developers, architects, engineers, and contractors
• Ensure projects remain aligned with financial goals, timelines, and quality expectations
• Identify risks early and guide teams toward practical solutions
• Mentor junior team members while strengthening overall project delivery
• Support continued business development and long-term client relationships

Ideal Candidate

The strongest candidates will bring:

• 8+ years of experience leading life science development or project management assignments
• Experience as an:
  • Owner’s Representative
  • Development Manager
  • Project Manager acting on behalf of owners or investors
• Strong client engagement skills and executive presence
• Ability to lead difficult conversations with confidence and professionalism
• Experience managing projects across pre-development, design, construction and activation.
• Understanding of project financials development budgets, cash flow analysis and return metrics.
• Strong negotiation, organization, communication and analytical thinking skills

We are especially interested in professionals who are:

• Enthusiastic and proactive with clients
• Naturally relationship-oriented
• Comfortable in high-visibility environments
• Motivated by delivering an exceptional client experience

What We're Seeking

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate or related field
• Deep understanding of construction documentation, project controls, cost management and development process
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong judgment and professionalism
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Commitment to integrity, accountability, and client service

Why Join Us?

• Meaningful Growth

The merger of PMA and B&D creates expanded opportunities for career development, leadership, and exposure across a broader national platform.

• Strong Culture

We believe the quality of your work is shaped by the people around you, the clients you serve, and the environment you work in.

• Professional Development

Formal training, mentorship, leadership development, and long-term growth opportunities.

• Competitive Benefits

100% paid medical and dental premiums, vision, 401K employer contributions, paid time off, cell phone reimbursement, and more.

Apply Today

We are looking for professionals who want to build more than projects—they want to build trusted relationships and meaningful careers.

Our application process includes a resume a cover letter (highly recommended) and a few important questions. We look forward to learning more about you.

This role's target base annual salary range is currently $150,000-175,000. Pay scales are determined by role, level, location, and alignment with market data. Individual pay is determined through interviews and an assessment of several factors unique to each candidate, including but not limited to job-related skills, relevant education, experience, certifications, abilities of the candidate, and pay relative to other team members.

Brailsford & Dunlavey, Inc. is committed to providing a diverse and inclusive work 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, age, or veteran status.

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