Project Manager – Director/Senior Director

PerkinElmer

Senior Director leading complex, high-value capital projects exceeding $200M at Project Farma. Collaborating with cross-functional teams and providing strategic leadership to align with business objectives.

Posted 6/12/2026full-timeSouth San Francisco • California, Colorado, Oregon, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead the most complex, high-value capital projects and portfolios within the firm for the Life Sciences and Advanced Manufacturing sectors
Define project governance structures and act as the executive interface for client leadership
Oversee project controls, vendor management, team leadership, and regulatory compliance
Navigate complex stakeholder environments, including global teams and regulatory authorities
Mentor and guide other Project Directors and senior project personnel across the portfolio
Develop long-term capital planning strategies to further client growth and operational goals
Serve as a key advisor to client executive leadership on project risks, opportunities, and strategic direction
Oversee integration of multiple projects, ensuring consistency in execution, standards, and performance
Ensure compliance with global regulatory standards (GMP, FDA, ISO, EHS)
Oversee multi-million dollar capital budgets, ensuring financial discipline and value optimization
Mentor and develop project managers and cross-functional leaders.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Minimum 13 - 20+ years of capital project experience
10+ years leading large-scale life sciences projects >$200M TIC
Bachelor's Degree (and/or Masters) in Engineering, Construction Management or related field
Expert knowledge of GMP-regulated capital delivery, operational readiness, and project governance
MSCM, MEM, or PMP or other advanced certifications are strongly preferred
Executive presence with strong financial, commercial, and organizational leadership skills.
Willingness to travel as required for client project assignments.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Paid time off
Professional development opportunities
Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible working hours
Travel opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

capital project managementproject governancevendor managementregulatory compliancefinancial managementlong-term capital planningproject controlsoperational readinessGMP-regulated capital deliverymulti-million dollar budget oversight

Soft Skills

leadershipmentoringstakeholder managementstrategic directioncommunicationorganizational leadershipexecutive presenceteam leadershipguidanceclient advisory

Certifications

PMPMSCMMEM