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Project Manager, Design and Construction - R&D/Lab Buildouts

San FranciscoFull-time2026-10-26 → 2026-11-08
Hybrid

Core

Lead full lifecycle execution of infrastructure and facilities build-out projects (labs, compute facilities, production spaces) for OpenAI's research and scaling activities.

Role type

Senior IC Project Manager (Design & Construction)

Builds

Advanced compute facilities, labs, testing environments, and production spaces

Domain

AI Research Infrastructure / Construction & Facilities

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

Infrastructure project management, MEP/structural/architectural coordination, construction budgeting and forecasting, vendor and contract management, technical due diligence, stakeholder alignment

Preferred skills

Architecture or interior design background, experience in hyper-scaling environments, leading concurrent projects across geographies

Technologies

MEP systems, structural engineering tools, utility diagramming, project management software

Responsibilities

Lead full lifecycle execution of infrastructure projects; Own detailed project estimating, budgeting, and financial analysis; Engage and drive external partners (architects, contractors, consultants); Collaborate with internal teams (Real Estate, Operations, Security, IT, Finance); Partner on site selection and due diligence; Develop and review concept designs and technical documentation

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC