Sr Project Manager
Job Description
Position: Senior Project Manager – Pharma Manufacturing Tech Transfer
Duration: 12-36 months
Location: Remote with occasional onsite in 60087 - Waukegan
I am looking for a hands-on Sr Project Manager (8–12 years experience) to lead tech transfer and manufacturing rollout initiatives in a regulated pharma environment.
Business-side Orchestration
- Manufacturing Operations
- Process Development
- Digital and technology
This is NOT an IT or ERP role — it’s focused on manufacturing execution, validation, and site readiness.
This is a hands-on, execution-focused manufacturing PM role. You will manage projects and coordinate across plant-facing and cross functional teams.
Overview of Responsibilities
- Lead tech transfer from development into manufacturing
- Manage multi-site rollout and validation activities
- Drive integrated timelines across Manufacturing, QA, Engineering, and Ops
- Own risk tracking, milestones, and execution
- Support commercial launch and operational readiness
QUALIFICATIONS
- PMP or equivalent certification is prefered
- Bachelor of Science degree in chemistry, manufacturing, pharma, mechanical or electrical or engineering
- Pharma or cGMP manufacturing background
- Experience with tech transfer, validation, or product rollout
- Strong cross-functional leadership (plant + QA + engineering)
- Ability to bring structure to complex, fast-moving programs
- Engineering or scientific degree preferred
About us…Sterling Engineering, in business for 56 years …we offer FULL BENEFITS! As a Sterling Engineering W2 employee on contract, you receive a Full Employee Benefits Package that includes Paid Time Off, Paid Holidays, 3 Medical plans to choose from, Dental & Vision plans, 401(k) with a match, and an Employee Stock Ownership (ESOP) plan.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
