Head of Projects and Engineering
The role is a pivotal part of our client's growth plans. Our client specializes in the design, manufacture, and after-sales service support of isolator systems for micro-environments (aseptic) and containment of highly potent drug products.
Delivering worldwide to leading pharmaceutical companies from their base in Cork, this position is crucial for driving business forward.
Main Responsibilities:
* Leadership/Strategy: As a key member of the leadership team, set the company's strategic direction by making informed business decisions and contributing to developing a robust company team structure through people development, talent reviews, and performance management.
* Lead Technical Design and Project Management Teams, empowering teams and individuals to excel.
* Liaise with the CEO, COO, and CFO to monitor and report on key business decisions.
* Ensure the mechanical and automation teams have an integrated approach to project design and technical solutions.
* Promote a collaborative culture between design teams and other functions to ensure robust product design and adherence to project schedules.
* Ensure projects meet applicable regulatory standards and directives.
* Oversee the delivery of project documentation (e.g., drawings, validation documents, instruction manuals) with high accuracy and attention to detail.
Programme & Project Management:
* Plan, schedule, and manage multiple high-value projects, often with long lead times.
* Manage simultaneous projects with multiple stakeholders, priorities, and design requirements.
* Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies.
* Track project KPIs and address deviations proactively.
Role Requirements:
* Essential Skills: Strong skills in Project Management, Design, Risk Management, Planning, and Scheduling.
* Experience or strong knowledge of Automation, Design, Mechanical Engineering, and Supply Chain.
* Customer-focused with excellent relationship-building skills; this is a client-facing role with long and complex projects.
* Motivated and enthusiastic leader with strong interpersonal and communication skills, capable of leveraging team abilities.
Desirable Qualifications:
* At least 7 years' experience in a similar sector, emphasizing Project Management, Production Management, Planning & Scheduling within a team-based manufacturing or engineering environment.
* Background in Capital Equipment / Machine Building is desirable.
* Degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Production Engineering or equivalent is desirable.
* Project Management and/or Automation qualifications are desirable.
* Experience in preparing business strategies and implementing action plans.
* Proficient in PC use and knowledgeable of Inventory and ERP systems.
Key Competencies:
* Pragmatic, hands-on approach; willing to do the work.
* Comfortable with technical, commercial, and people aspects of the role.
* Self-aware of leadership style and adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple internal teams.
* Good judgment to know when to operate independently and when to seek guidance or approval.