Project Director - Capital Projects
Core
Lead and manage large, complex capital projects for pharmaceutical manufacturing sites, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory requirements.
Role type
Senior IC Project Director (Capital Projects)
Builds
Manufacturing facilities, production lines, and validated systems for medicines and vaccines
Domain
Pharmaceutical manufacturing / Biotech / Construction Engineering
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work -> infrastructure
Required skills
Capital project management, GMP compliance, regulatory validation, stakeholder management, risk management, contract management, change control, engineering/construction management, project planning, team leadership
Preferred skills
MSc in Engineering/Construction Management, PMP or PRINCE2 certification, regulated commissioning experience
Technologies
Project management tools, risk management frameworks, validation software
Responsibilities
Lead end-to-end delivery of high-value capital projects; Build and lead multi-disciplinary project teams; Develop integrated project plans, budgets, and risk registers; Ensure engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning follow regulatory standards; Drive stakeholder engagement and business change readiness; Lead governance, compliance, and risk frameworks; Provide coaching and guidance to team members
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC