Johnson & Johnson

Sr Manager, Project Controls (Estimator)

Malvern, Pennsylvania, United States of America · Senior

Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 5 hours ago

Project ManagementNegotiationExcelGMPFDA RegulatoryLeadershipCommunicationCollaborationPublic SpeakingConstruction Management

About the role

As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world.
We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual.
A pre-identified candidate for consideration has been identified.

Perform complete quantity takeoffs and cost estimates for life science projects, including cleanrooms, laboratories, aseptic processing, GMP production suites, and specialized utilities (WFI, pure steam, process chilled water, clean utilities).
Develop detailed trade-by-trade cost breakdowns, assemblies, and unit-price estimates reflecting life science technical requirements (stainless process piping, pharmaceutical finishes, HVAC systems, gowning areas, pass-throughs, containment systems, etc.).
Incorporate validation, qualification, and commissioning activities into estimates (IQ/OQ/PQ, FAT/SAT, startup support), and quantify time and resource impacts for validation teams and 3rd-party vendors.
Coordinate with process engineers, facility managers, quality/validation leads, and owners' representatives to clarify scope, acceptance criteria, and sequencing that impacts cost and schedule.
Lead constructability reviews and value-engineering sessions focused on maintaining compliance while optimizing cost and schedule.
Maintain and expand life science-specific historical cost databases, material/unit cost libraries, and estimating templates
Support post-award activities including buyout support, change order pricing, and reconciliation of estimates to actuals.
Maintain and expand life science-specific historical cost databases, material/unit cost libraries, and estimating templates; track pricing trends for critical components (stainless piping, lab casework, HVAC filtration).

Bachelor's or equivalent university degree in Construction Management, Mechanical/Civil Engineering or Architecture is required.
6-8 years of progressive estimating experience with a minimum of 4-5 years focused on life science, pharmaceutical, biotech, or laboratory construction projects.
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Education:
Experience and Skills:
Required:
Preferred:
Familiarity with project delivery methods common in life sciences (design-build, EPC, CMAR) and owner-led capital programs.
Understanding of local and international regulatory expectations impacting facility design/cost (FDA, EMA, PIC/S) and environmental controls.

Proficiency reading and interpreting mechanical, electrical, process, and architectural drawings and specifications for process-centric facilities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
experience preparing executive-level estimate summaries and presenting to technical and commercial stakeholders.
Strong analytical, negotiation, and time-management skills
Preferred Skills:

Vast experience with the 21Tab structure.
Have vast experience using the Indent Technique in MEP estimating.
Demonstrated knowledge of cGMP facility requirements, cleanroom classifications, and validation/commissioning cost drivers.
Certified Professional Estimator (CPE) or equivalent certification (AACE, ICEAA).
Experience estimating modular skids, prefabricated systems, and vendor-supplied process equipment for life science use.
Strong experience with takeoff and estimating tools (e.g., On-Screen Takeoff, PlanSwift, or equivalent) and advanced Excel modeling.
Proven ability to price complex MEP systems, process piping, HVAC filtration/pressurization, and specialty finishes.
Willingness to travel to job sites, vendor locations, and manufacturing facilities as required.

At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything.
Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal.

At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.

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