Head of CAPEX 80-100% (m/f/d)
Core
Lead the full capital investment portfolio (CHF 15–40M p.a.) for the Visp site, overseeing projects from concept through commissioning to ensure safe, on-time, and budget-compliant delivery in a GMP environment.
Role type
Senior leadership, Head of CAPEX
Builds
Engineering and infrastructure programs enabling future growth
Domain
Pharmaceuticals/Biotechnology, Capital Projects, GMP
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Strategic planning, budgeting, team leadership, stakeholder management, contract negotiation, GMP compliance, project management
Preferred skills
Process/Mechanical/Chemical Engineering degree, additional Project Management qualifications
Technologies
EPCM contractors, engineering partners
Responsibilities
Lead and oversee the full Visp CAPEX portfolio; Provide leadership and development for a team of project managers and engineering professionals; Own investment planning and CAPEX budgeting; Ensure successful execution of projects from concept through commissioning; Act as primary interface between Engineering, Operations, Quality, EHS, Procurement, and Global Functions; Manage external engineering partners, contractors, and suppliers; Drive continuous improvement of engineering and investment strategies
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership mandate