[Hiring] Head of Design & Development & Construction @Gilbert Pharmaceuticals

Role Description

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
• Regulatory readiness of all Gilbert Pharmaceuticals pharmacy facilities

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. 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.

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 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.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering (Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical), Pharmacy, or a closely related field; advanced degree or licensure preferred.
• 5+ years of experience designing, building, or commissioning pharmacy facilities, healthcare environments, or regulated laboratory/cleanroom spaces.
• Ability to understand/learn USP <795>, USP <797>, USP <800>, and applicable state Board of Pharmacy facility requirements.
• Demonstrated project management experience overseeing construction projects from design through commissioning.
• Experience interfacing with regulatory agencies on facility approvals and inspections.
• Proficiency with architectural drawings, construction documents, and facility engineering specifications.
• Experience designing or supporting sterile manufacturing or 503B outsourcing facilities operating under cGMP environments strongly preferred.
• Ability to travel to pharmacy sites as needed for construction oversight, inspections, and go-live support.

Requirements

• Licensed Architect (AIA), Professional Engineer (PE), or Certified Pharmaceutical Industry Professional (CPIP) preferred.
• Familiarity with digital health or telehealth-linked pharmacy models.
• Strong vendor management experience working with contractors, engineers, and equipment suppliers.

Benefits

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

What Success Looks Like (First 12 Months)

• Documented pharmacy facility design standards and a reusable build-out playbook for new sites.
• Streamlined project flow to maximize efficiency and completion time per project.
• Documented budgets for all existing and prospective sites with cost-efficient suggestions to scale nationally.
• Successful delivery of at least three to five new 503A pharmacy facilities on time, on budget, and licensed for operation.
• Successful delivery of at least one 503B pharmacy facility on time, on budget, and licensed for operation.
• All existing partner facilities assessed and documented against Gilbert's compliance standards.
• Strong cross-functional relationships established with pharmacy operations, contracting, and external vendor teams.