Senior Project Manager

Summary:

Our client, a global pharmaceutical leader based in North Carolina, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead and coordinate cross-functional projects within a regulated manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will manage project scope, cost, and timelines while driving technical excellence and continuous improvement across capital and operational initiatives. This role requires strong project management experience in the pharmaceutical or medical device sector, with the ability to balance technical understanding, leadership, and structured execution in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage engineering projects from initiation to completion, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Plan, structure, and execute projects using recognised project management methodologies, ensuring effective execution and risk mitigation.
• Define clear project objectives, milestones, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Apply technical knowledge of aseptic manufacturing, fill-finish, and related product properties (bags, syringes, etc.) to guide decision-making.
• Oversee capital budgets, control project costs, and report performance against financial and operational targets.
• Drive and support design reviews, qualification activities, and process improvements.
• Manage and align cross-functional project teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Act as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, providing clear and transparent communication at all stages.
• Facilitate structured problem-solving and translate complex challenges into actionable steps.
• Promote a culture of continuous improvement by identifying and implementing process and system enhancements.
• Support compliance with all applicable quality, safety, and environmental standards throughout project execution.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or a related technical discipline.
• Minimum of 8 years’ experience in engineering project management, preferably within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or medical device manufacturing.
• Proven track record of successfully delivering complex capital or cross-functional projects in a GMP-regulated environment.
• Strong understanding of aseptic or sterile manufacturing technologies, including fill-finish and parenteral processes.
• Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, resources, and project timelines effectively.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience applying structured project management tools and methodologies (e.g. MS Project, CAPEX management systems).
• Continuous improvement mindset with the ability to drive operational excellence and efficiency.