Head of Design & Development & Construction

Job Overview

com/ The Head of Design, Development, & Construction will own the entire end to end process of launching new compounding pharmacies nationally.

This will include site selection, feasibility, budgeting, design team & contractor selection, project management, build-out, and regulatory readiness of all Gilbert Pharmaceuticals pharmacy facilities.

Job Description

Reporting to the Director of Pharmacy Development & Operations, this role bridges pharmacy operations expertise with construction, facilities engineering, and regulatory compliance to bring new pharmacy sites from concept through licensure and go-live.

Their thorough knowledge enables them to successfully navigate state and federal regulations required for pharmacy facility approval. At Gilbert Pharmaceuticals , every role is AI-first.

Work starts in an LLM to clarify intent and context, moves into the right tools to explore and execute, is tested with real users and stakeholders, and is continuously refined as we learn.

AI and self-serve research are default parts of how we work, not side experiments.

We're Looking For You think outside of the box, excel at creative problem-solving, and are comfortable taking on projects that you have potentially never done before!

You are a people-person - empathetic, self-aware, low ego, and extremely positive - and are comfortable working in a small collaborative team where you'll wear many hats. You have care for performance, accessibility, and reliability as part of craft.

Key Responsibilities

• This will include site selection, feasibility, budgeting, design team & contractor selection, project management, build-out, and regulatory readiness of all Gilbert Pharmaceuticals pharmacy facilities.
• The ideal candidate has hands-on experience designing and building efficient commercial spaces and pharmacy environments including traditional 503A compounding pharmacies and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facilities operating under current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) Standards.
• We are looking for people who take full ownership of their work, treat AI as a real collaborator, and care deeply about building a company that meaningfully improves how healthcare is delivered.
• Key Responsibilities Acquisition Lead market analysis and site selection to identify viable pharmacy locations nationally.
• Conduct feasibility assessments and due diligence on prospective sites, evaluating regulatory feasibility, build-out complexity, and operational suitability.
• Lead master plan coordination and manage environmental compliance obligations across all facility projects.
• Design Lead concept and programming strategy for all new pharmacy facilities, translating operational workflows into effective, compliant physical environments.
• Manage design team selection and coordination, including architects, MEP engineers, and specialty consultants.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• The ideal candidate has hands-on experience designing and building efficient commercial spaces and pharmacy environments including traditional 503A compounding pharmacies and FDA-registered 503B outsourcing facilities operating under current Good Manufacturing Practice (cGMP) Standards.
• Their thorough knowledge enables them to successfully navigate state and federal regulations required for pharmacy facility approval.
• You are passionate and proficient in written and verbal communication, and comfort pairing with designers, engineers, and marketers.
• Lead GC selection processes, evaluating contractors for pharmacy build-out experience, compliance track record, and execution capability.
• Manage QA & closeout activities including installation qualifications of critical manufacturing utilities (e.g., WFI systems, clean steam, environmental monitoring) where applicable to 503A and 503B facilities.
• 5+ years of experience designing, building, or commissioning pharmacy facilities, healthcare environments, or regulated laboratory/cleanroom spaces.
• Demonstrated project management experience overseeing construction projects from design through commissioning.
• Experience interfacing with regulatory agencies on facility approvals and inspections.

Benefits and Perks

• Benefits Base salary, equity, and bonus structure are open to discussion based on experience and fit.

Work Location and Schedule

This role is listed as Remote USA with location information shown as Remote USA. The employment type is Full Time.

About the Company

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