Sr. Project Manager San Diego, California, United States

Position Overview

Syner-G BioPharma Group is a science-led, strategic partner for life science companies offering integrated regulatory and biopharmaceutical development services from early development to post-market support. With a global team across North America and India and a commitment to excellence (as evidenced by awards like BioSpace’s "Best Places to Work" 2025), Syner-G helps partners navigate complex product development. In this role, the Senior Project Manager will oversee and manage construction projects from inception to completion, ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and the highest quality standards.

Note: Travel to client sites may be required up to 100%.

Key Responsibilities

• Keep the Project Director fully informed about all problem areas and present solutions/mitigations.
• Review technical submissions from Architectural and Engineering (A&E) firms, including MEP and structural drawings and construction specifications.
• Assist with preparing job start-up and close-out checklists.
• Manage project documentation including plans, specifications, contracts, purchase orders, submittals, and as-built records.
• Oversee the Transfer of Care and Custody (TOCC) to facility operations with thorough documentation.
• Utilize project/construction management software (e.g., ProCore, E-Builder, Prolog) and Microsoft Projects.
• Act as owner’s representative on capital projects.
• Maintain a detail-oriented approach with strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree is preferred in Mechanical, Chemical, or Electrical Engineering.
• 8-14+ years of experience as a project engineer, preferably in the Petrochemical, Chemical, or Refining industry on major capital projects.
• Experience taking projects from design through construction into commissioning.
• Proven ability to mobilize and supervise diverse contractors (GC, CM, Mechanical, Electrical, etc.) and execute projects in operating facilities.
• Experience with start-up, commissioning, and handover of lab/office building systems (e.g., HVAC, emergency power, UPS, lab gases, RODI water, boilers).
• Experience in daily planning meetings, site walkthroughs, documenting progress, and safety reviews (work permits, job hazard analyses, etc.).
• Excellent communication skills to interact effectively with stakeholders, managers, contractors, and subcontractors.
• Knowledge and experience using Microsoft Projects.
• A strong attention to detail with analytical and organizational prowess.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP Certification is a plus.

Benefits & Perks

• Compensation: The expected salary range for this position is $107,000 to $130,000. Actual pay will be based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other factors.
• Market competitive base salary and annual incentive plan.
• Robust benefit offerings and ongoing recognition with career development opportunities.
• Generous flexible paid time off program, company-paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions.