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Project Director, Peptide API (Hybrid)

North Chicago, IL, usFull-time2026-10-12 → 2026-11-10
Hybrid

Core

Lead transformational performance and delivery of strategic peptide manufacturing projects in the US, ensuring on-time, on-budget execution with best-in-class technology and AI integration.

Role type

Senior Project Director (Manufacturing/Capital Projects)

Builds

Strategic peptide manufacturing projects and manufacturing capacity for product growth

Domain

Biopharmaceuticals / Peptide API / Manufacturing Operations

Required skills

Capital project management, cross-functional leadership, compliance management, risk management, financial planning (P&L), contract negotiation, change management, strategic planning, stakeholder management, team development

Preferred skills

Master's degree in Engineering or MBA, experience with Biologics BDS/BDP, Small Molecule API/OSD, Medical Device, and Packaging Operations, AI and digitalization expertise

Technologies

AI, digitalization tools, manufacturing technologies (Biologics BDS/BDP, Small Molecule API/OSD, Medical Device, Packaging)

Responsibilities

Lead teams to achieve strategic project charters and milestones; manage complex capital projects ensuring timely and compliant delivery; develop strategies for concept studies, design, equipment procurement, and construction services; drive transformation to reduce project timelines by 20%; direct project phases from business case to execution; develop risk management strategies; drive KPIs and communicate performance to steering committees; collaborate with internal teams (procurement, QA, R&D) for alignment; develop sourcing strategies and manage relationships with contractors; develop estimates and financial analysis (ROI/NPV); develop long-range plans for manufacturing capacity.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC with strategic oversight