Head of Design & Development & Construction

The Head of Design, Development, & Construction will manage the end-to-end process of launching new pharmacy facilities, including site selection, design, and regulatory compliance. This role oversees project budgets, contractor selection, and construction build-outs to ensure all sites meet operational and safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead market analysis and site selection for new pharmacy locations nationally
• Conduct feasibility and regulatory assessments for prospective sites
• Develop entitlement strategies and coordinate with legal and operations teams
• Act as liaison with landlords, brokers and internal stakeholders
• Navigate land use, zoning, and environmental compliance for each project
• Represent Gilbert Pharmaceuticals at public hearings and community outreach
• Coordinate regulatory submissions and inspections with Boards of Pharmacy, DEA, FDA and local authorities
• Create and maintain facility compliance playbooks and design standards
• Lead architectural and space‑planning design for compounding suites, clean rooms and dispensing areas
• Manage design team selection (architects, MEP engineers, consultants)
• Develop HVAC, cleanroom, airflow and environmental monitoring specifications
• Oversee budget development, value engineering and cost control
• Select and manage general contractors, permit processes and construction schedules
• Provide field oversight, quality walkthroughs and QA close‑out activities
• Ensure operational readiness and documentation for go‑live
• Support evaluation of pharmacy partners' facility compliance

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Mechanical/Civil/Chemical Engineering, Pharmacy or related field (advanced degree or licensure preferred)
• 5+ years designing, building or commissioning pharmacy or regulated laboratory/cleanroom facilities
• Knowledge of USP, state Board of Pharmacy, and FDA cGMP requirements
• Project management experience from concept through commissioning
• Ability to interact with regulatory agencies for approvals and inspections
• Proficiency with architectural drawings, construction documents and facility engineering specs
• Experience with sterile manufacturing or 503B outsourcing facilities (preferred)
• Travel ability for site oversight
• Preferred: Licensed Architect (AIA), Professional Engineer (PE) or Certified Pharmaceutical Industry Professional (CPIP)
• Strong vendor management and cross‑functional relationship skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication

Benefits

• Base salary, equity and bonus structure (negotiable based on experience)
• Opportunity to shape national pharmacy expansion

Key Skills