Head of Project Management (Remote)

Project ManagerSan Diego, California, United StatesA career here is life-enhancing.At Syner-G, we enable our people to build careers that impact positively on their quality of life. Through our expertise, insight, consulting and management skills, we accelerate breakthrough science and delivery of life-enhancing therapies to more patients. We work across a diverse range of clients and projects, supporting many organizations from the most critical phases of the drug discovery and approval process through to commercialization. To learn more about who we are and what drives us, watch our company video here.We enable our people to grow, we support them in their learning and we reward them in so many different ways. These recognitions are a testament to our commitment to fostering a positive and engaging work environment for our employees, with a particular emphasis on culture, career growth and development opportunities, financial rewards, leadership and innovation.At Syner-G, we recognize that our team members are our most valuable asset. Syner-G is seeking a Project Manager to oversee and manage construction and engineering projects from planning through commissioning and closeout. This role is responsible for coordinating project activities, maintaining schedules and budgets, and ensuring work is completed safely, efficiently, and in alignment with quality and regulatory expectations. The Project Manager will work closely with clients, contractors, engineering teams, and internal stakeholders to drive successful project execution.Travel to client sites may be required up to 100%, based on project demands and client expectations.Keep the Project Director informed of project progress, risks, and issues, and provide recommended solutions or mitigation strategies.Review technical submissions from Architectural and Engineering (A&E) firms, including MEP drawings, structural drawings, and construction specifications.Respond to and manage construction communications such as RFIs, submittals, and technical clarifications.Read, interpret, and manage project plans, specifications, contracts, subcontracts, purchase orders, correspondence, shop drawings, and other project-related documents.Maintain accurate and complete as-built project documentation.Support Transfer of Care and Custody (TOCC) to facilities operations and ensure proper documentation for transition from construction to maintenance mode.Use project and construction management software such as ProCore, E-Builder, or Prolog.Act as the owner's representative on capital projects, ensuring alignment with client expectations and project goals.Use Microsoft Project to develop, maintain, and track project schedules.Participate in daily planning meetings, document observations, and ensure alignment across project teams.Walk construction sites regularly to verify progress, identify field issues, and support resolution efforts.Review construction site safety documents such as work permits, task plans, and job hazard analyses, and collaborate with the client's EHS team to ensure compliance.Coordinate and support contractors including general contractors, construction managers, mechanical, electrical, and specialty trades.Support project execution in active operating facilities, ensuring minimal disruption to ongoing operations.Assist with start-up, commissioning, and handover of building systems including HVAC, emergency power, UPS systems, lab gases, RODI water, boilers, and steam generators.Develop and implement document control, information management, and records governance processes.Establish standards for filing structures, naming conventions, metadata, version control, and quality assurance.Coordinate documentation requirements, deliverables, turnover strategies, and audit readiness across project teams.Monitor compliance, documentation quality, and drive continuous process improvement.Develop training materials, procedures, and best practices to ensure consistent adoption across the organization.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Education:Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, or a related field preferred.PMP certification is a plus.Technical Experience:4–9 years of experience in project engineering or project management, preferably in industrial, chemical, petrochemical, biotech, or related environments.Experience supporting or managing capital projects from design through construction and commissioning.Experience coordinating contractors across multiple disciplines (GC, CM, mechanical, electrical, etc.).Experience executing projects within active operating facilities.Experience participating in commissioning and turnover of building systems such as HVAC, emergency power, UPS, lab gases, RODI water, boilers, and steam systems.Experience conducting site walks, identifying field issues, and supporting resolution efforts.Strong communication skills with the ability to interface effectively with client stakeholders, managers, contractors, and subcontractors.Proficiency with Microsoft Project and familiarity with construction management software.Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use a computer keyboard and mouse; Work Environment :The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, including moderate noise level, an indoor temperate environment, and light levels that are bright and conducive to minimal eye strain, typical for an office environment.We define total rewards as compensation, benefits, remote work/flexibility, development, recognition, and our culture with programs that support each of our reward pillars. Employees also enjoy our generous flexible paid time off program, company-paid holidays, flexible working hours, and fully remote work options for most positions and the ability to work "almost anywhere." However, if a physical work location is more for you, we have office locations in Greater Boston; Currently, Syner-G is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.LEGAL STATEMENT: All employment decisions, including the recruiting, hiring, placement, training availability, promotion, compensation, evaluation, disciplinary actions, and termination of employment (if necessary) are made without regard to the employee