Senior Project Manager required for a 12 month Dublin based contract to drive critical initiatives supporting Drug Product and Finished Drug Product Vial and Syringe operations. This role is responsible for the planning, coordination, and delivery of a broad range of projects across Manufacturing and Manufacturing Support functions.
The focus areas include New Product Introductions, managing the deviation lifecycle, and leading strategic projects. The role requires close partnership with Quality, Engineering, Validation, and Operations to ensure safe, compliant, and sustainable project delivery while maintaining supply continuity.
- Key Responsibilities
- Provide hands-on project leadership for operations supporting vial and syringe DP/FDP production.
- Manage timelines for complex investigations (deviations, aseptic issues, equipment failures) by owning communications, scheduling, and tracking.
- Maintain project momentum via clear controls, leading cross-functional teams, and facilitating governance forums.
- Define scope, objectives, and comprehensive project plans (Quality, Cost, Schedule, Resources) aligned with site leadership.
- Manage medium to large technical projects from concept through design, build, validation, and operational handover.
- Ensure strict compliance with cGMP, safety, and financial regulations in all project activities.
- Proactively escalate project risks/issues and utilize strong communication skills to drive progress and resource allocation.
- Required Qualifications and Experience
- Technical Degree and/or Master's degree or equivalent.
- 5-8 years of experience (minimum 3 years as a dedicated Project Manager) in a Life Science, Pharmaceutical, or Biotechnology environment.
- Proven ability to lead multinational and cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders, and effectively resolve conflict.
- Demonstrated experience in project management techniques and problem-solving.
- Preferred: PMP or PRINCE2 certification; experience with Lean Six Sigma
