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Clayco

Senior Preconstruction Manager - Life Sciences

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Clayco

Raleigh, US · Full-time · $160,000 – $220,000

About this role

Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm. It safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in life sciences, industrial, power & energy, and mission critical projects.

You will play a crucial role in meticulously planning and orchestrating construction projects. Primary responsibilities include overseeing coordination of construction tasks, ensuring strict adherence to project timelines and budgetary constraints. Uphold the highest standards of workmanship and material quality throughout.

Comprehensive duties encompass full spectrum of site supervision, alignment with design plans, and continuous progress in construction activities. Resolve field disputes professionally using specifications, drawings, and schedules in the project's best interest. Organize, supervise construction teams and subcontractors for performance, punctuality, and quality.

Liaise with government inspectors, implement health and safety plans, and monitor productivity to address issues and maintain schedules. Your expertise drives timely project completion at highest industry standards. Build strong relationships, negotiate effectively, and commit to safety and quality excellence.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience in life sciences construction management, with projects of $30M+, preferably with design/build experience
  • 3-15 years of experience in highly technical commercial/industrial construction management, on projects of 50+ million, ideally with design-build experience
  • Ability to effectively supervise construction employees and achieve work within budget and schedule
  • Strong project safety record and commitment to safety and quality
  • Strong work ethic and willingness to travel or relocate to jobsite
  • Creative and results-oriented with a sense of urgency

Responsibilities

  • Implement health and safety project plans on-site
  • Oversee the entire construction process and ensure budget compliance
  • Organize and supervise construction teams, ensuring performance meets requirements
  • Supervise subcontractors, ensuring punctuality and quality delivery
  • Conduct general inspections of worker performance and safety
  • Liaise with government inspectors and develop on-site requirements
  • Monitor productivity, identify and address problems, and provide solutions to maintain work schedules
  • Inspect work for compliance with company standards and address poor work immediately