Project Manager-Life Sciences Automated Facilities Systems
Job ID
274697
Posted
04-May-2026
Service line
PJM Segment
Role type
Full-time
Areas of Interest
Construction, Engineering/Maintenance, Facilities Management, Project Management
Location(s)
Cary - North Carolina - United States of America, Clayton - North Carolina - United States of America, Durham - North Carolina - United States of America, Garner - North Carolina - United States of America, Raleigh - North Carolina - United States of America, Rocky Mount - North Carolina - United States of America, Smithfield - North Carolina - United States of America, Wake Forest - North Carolina - United States of America, Wilson - North Carolina - United States of America, Zebulon - North Carolina - United States of America
About the role
The Project Manager is responsible for providing consulting services to our life sciences client account to help achieve the company's strategic business objectives. Focus on mechanical and utilities projects applied to industrial pharmaceutical facility systems including chilled water, compressed air, HVAC, steam, and automated systems.
This job is part of the Project Management function and responsible for the management of projects from initiation through completion. Role offers a 3/2 hybrid schedule but may require an onsite presence up to 5 days/week in Zebulon, NC.
What you'll do
Manage all areas of project management for commercial real estate projects. This includes planning, design, construction, commissioning / validation of GxP systems and facilities, and closeout.
Interact directly with clients to prepare all elements of the project, including the scope of work, project delivery resource requirements, cost estimates & budget, work plan schedule & landmarks, quality control, and risk identification.
Define the project delivery resources from pre-qualified lists or through the project qualification process. Conduct a standard request for proposals, complete bid evaluations, and recommend resources to clients.
Implement project documentation governance that is aligned with company and client requirements.
Ensure project data integrity and documentation is accurate, timely, and coordinated.
Direct the project team by providing mentorship and direction to achieve goals.
Build action plans to meet objectives, budget, and schedule. Track the progress of each project and report status and variances.
Demonstrate ability to identify project threats and develop risk mitigation and contingency plans. Implement plans to reduce or eliminate project risks.
Mentor others and share in-depth knowledge of your job subject area and broad understanding of several job fields within the function.
Lead by example and model behaviors that are consistent with CBRE RISE (Respect, Integrity, Service, Excellence) values. Work to build consensus and convince others to reach an agreement.
What you'll need
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future
Why CBRE?
Please be advised that effective January 1, 2025, CBRE Project Management and Turner & Townsend were consolidated into a single global business entity. As a candidate applying for a position, you should be aware that while your initial employment may be with Turner & Townsend PJM US LLC, you will subsequently transfer directly to Turner & Townsend at a date to be determined.
Equal Employment Opportunity: CBRE has a long-standing commitment to providing equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, veteran status, political belief, or any other basis protected by applicable law.
Candidate Accommodations: CBRE values the differences of all current and prospective employees and recognizes how every employee contributes to our company's success. CBRE provides reasonable accommodations in job application procedures for individuals with disabilities. If you require assistance due to a disability in the application or recruitment process, please submit a request via email at recruitingaccommodations@cbre.com or via telephone at +1 866 225 3099 (U.S.) and +1 866 388 4346 (Canada).
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