Summary:Our client, a pharmaceutical manufacturing company located in West Dublin, is seeking an experiencedProject Managerwith strong automation and control systems experience to lead and deliver multiple automation and digital integration projects. The successful candidate will manage full project lifecycle activities including feasibility, design, vendor coordination, implementation, commissioning, qualification, and handover.Responsibilities:• Lead end-to-end project management for automation and digital integration initiatives, ensuring delivery to scope, schedule, budget and quality requirements.• Plan, coordinate and execute key upcoming projects, including: Installation and commissioning of an offline DCS system for training and validation use; Upgrades to DCS software applications and associated OT network infrastructure; Replacement and lifecycle upgrades of legacy and obsolete control systems.• Serve as the primary point of contact for automation, IT/OT and control system vendors; manage scope, deliverables, change control and vendor performance.• Drive integration between plant automation platforms and manufacturing OT/IT systems to support data integrity, system monitoring and asset lifecycle management.• Develop and maintain all project documentation across the lifecycle, including feasibility studies, URS, functional/design specifications, schedules and project plans.• Prepare RFP packages, coordinate vendor queries, perform technical and commercial bid evaluations, and recommend preferred solutions.• Lead project risk assessment activities and implement mitigation strategies covering cost, schedule, technical and compliance risks.• Support capital approval processes including business case development, cost estimates and risk assessments.• Coordinate cross-functional project teams and ensure alignment with Operations, Engineering, Quality, IT/OT, EHS and other stakeholders.• Chair project meetings, manage action lists and ensure timely closure of actions.• Oversee FAT/SAT, detailed design, commissioning and qualification activities for automation and control systems.• Ensure controlled execution of shutdowns, tie-ins and cutovers to minimise operational impact.• Support testing and validation deliverables including test plans and IQ/OQ/PQ, in accordance with current regulatory expectations.• Ensure all project activities comply with GMP, data integrity principles, and manufacturing quality systems.• Coordinate training, knowledge transfer and system handover to Automation, Operations, Maintenance and IT/OT support teams.• Provide regular project status reporting to stakeholders, highlighting progress, risks and issues.• Ensure adherence to EHS requirements and participate in cross-functional training initiatives.Qualifications & Experience:• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or a related technical field (e.g., Electrical, Automation, Mechanical, Chemical, Control Systems or Software Engineering).• Minimum 5 years' experience as a Project Manager or Project Engineer within a regulated pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment.• Strong experience managing the full lifecycle of automation or digital integration projects, including feasibility, design, risk management, vendor selection, implementation and handover.• Good understanding of automation and control systems, ideally with experience in one or more of the following: DCS/PCS/SCADA platforms; Control system architectures, OT network structures and integration with manufacturing/business systems; HMI, thin client or user interface technologies; OT network infrastructure, cybersecurity and patching strategies; Industrial communication protocols and data integration concepts.• Familiarity with data integrity principles and regulatory requirements such as 21 CFR Part 11 and Annex 11.• Experience planning and executing lifecycle upgrades and replacement of legacy control systems.• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects in a dynamic manufacturing environment.•Ability to work on-site full-time as required by operational needs.