Process Project Manager

Process Project Manager Opportunity: NIRAS is currently recruiting for an experienced Process Project Manager who in collaboration with our major projects and engineering services group, will support our client, a prestigious multinational healthcare solutions and pharmaceutical products manufacturer at their leading sterile healthcare solutions manufacturing facility in Liverpool. Based on site, the Process Project Manager will report directly into our clients Site Engineering Manager and be responsible for delivering a major strategic capacity expansion project with the close support of our client’s high performing engineering team, supporting disciplines, stakeholders and vendors. The Project Manager will oversee, strategize, organize, and implement this project. A solid foundation in Engineering, Project Management & Project Execution is essential for this position.

Primary Responsibilities:

1. Develop full project plan, including timelines and executable deliverables.
2. Build, develop and manage the full project team, including site internal stakeholders and external stakeholders.
3. Build clear plans for primary contractors and all contractors on the project.
4. Clearly and closely manage the Capital budget, including cash out commitments. Also manage any related Opex budget.
5. Monitor, document and communicate key project deadlines.
6. Solve any issues that arise during the project, using clear RCA tools and techniques.
7. Design, develop and create full documentation pack for the overall project and the different sub-elements.
8. Develop project plans, including scope, timeline, and budget, ensuring alignment with Engineering Manager.
9. With the Engineering Manager, safely coordinate and lead project teams in the delivery of a strategic capacity expansion project.
10. Ensure proper safety protocols are in place to protect employees and the environment.
11. Support the selection of vendors and complete vendor evaluation matrix.
12. Ensure equipment vendors and engineering personnel deliver projects in line with timelines and specifications agreed in the purchase order/contract.
13. Manage scope and scope changes.
14. Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies to minimize disruptions and delays.
15. Maintain detailed project documentation, including progress reports, change orders, and technical specifications.
16. Coordinate processing equipment installation and services hook up.
17. Coordinate all equipment documentation requirements.
18. Commission equipment and provide engineering support during qualification.
19. Handover training, coordination of O&M manuals, spare parts, & PM schedules.

Education / Experience Requirements:

1. Preferred candidate will hold an Engineering Degree or HNC/HND standard qualification in any of the following disciplines: Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, Process/Chemical Engineering.
2. 5-10 years’ practical field experience gained from working in Project or RCM Engineering, ideally Large Scale Capital Projects within the Food & Beverage, Life Science, Dairy industries or highly regulated process manufacturing related project environments.
3. Hold Professional Project Management Qualifications - preferably (Sherpa/Prince II equivalent).
4. Demonstrable knowledge and awareness of engineering standards per industries noted above.
5. Demonstrable knowledge and experience of working with Process Mechanical and Electrical Engineering disciplines and vendors.
6. Strong Process Industry Project Management skills with a track record of successful project delivery.
7. Proficient in current Project Management Software and Tools.
8. Full understanding and awareness of cGMP.
9. Experience and awareness of regulations of pertinent regulatory and inspecting organisations such as FDA / MHRA.
10. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
11. In-depth knowledge of Process Production Equipment and advanced regulated manufacturing processes.
12. Highly developed problem-solving and analytical skills.
13. Ability to work in a highly regulated and quality-focused environment.

Who We are: NIRAS provides Project Management, Engineering Design, and Project resourcing services to the Pharmaceutical and Life Science Sectors. As a company, we specialize in the design and delivery of process-driven projects. One of Europe's largest development consulting firms, employing over 3000 permanent staff and with a pool of 25,000+ experts across our global network of 51 offices in 32 countries, NIRAS has a local presence across the world and is committed to building long-term partnerships everywhere we work.

If you are a motivated and experienced Project Manager looking to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply and come join our team at NIRAS.

Job Overview

ID: 1333503

Date Posted: Posted 2 days ago

Expiration Date: 27/03/2025

Location: Liverpool

Competitive