PurposeThe Project Manager - New Syringe Fill Plant Engineering Readiness will report to the Associate Director. They will be responsible for managing projects within the Operations Readiness Programme for the new fill plant project.ResponsibilitiesLead and drive Engineering readiness for new filling plant.Arrange agreement among the project team, customers, and management on the goals of the projectCoordinating the introduction of new processes, equipment and materials including problem solving and troubleshooting equipment issues prior to qualification & start-upWorks in a collaborative manner with the System Owners, Maintenance Supervisors & Technicians, Capital Project Engineers and Vendors to perform equipment upgrade and/or retrofits.Development and implementation of maintenance programs and spare parts inventory optimisation with the introduction of new equipment.Works with workstream leads to develop and maintain the Project schedule/plan that aligns with the overall goals of the Programme.Effectively communicate with everyone involved in the projectHave a controlled scope in place, that is understood by all stakeholders and maintained throughout completion of the projectExecute prudent risk and issue management.Maintains Actions/Risk and Decision logsGenerates and owns the GMP change control.Motivate, support and direct project team members to deliver on project plan.Leads Team meetings and cross functional collaborationWorks with resource managers from across the organisation to effectively obtain and allocate resources to complete programs and projects on timeCompliance Related Tasks:Always ensure compliance to cGMPEnsure safety & compliance standards are maintained to the highest standardsEnsure financial compliance in line with Business & Financial guidanceSupport a culture of personal responsibility within reporting structureQualifications and ExperienceTechnical Degree and/or Masters' or equivalent in Engineering5-8 years of experience (including min of 2yrs as Project Manager) in a Life Science / Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology EnvironmentPreferred Experience: Portfolio Management, Portfolio Resource Management, Business Case DevelopmentSkills & KnowledgeHigh Energy and CommitmentAbility to work independentlyComfortable leading across multiple stakeholders & multinational teamsStrong ability to influence and affect changeCapable of resolving issues of conflict effectivelyStrong communicatorA proven track record in the ability to transfer goals and objectives into measurable plansAbility to identify gaps/risks and put appropriate remediation plans in placeUses strong relationships to identify requirements and potential opportunitiesEmploys project management techniques and Problem SolvingProvides leadership, guidance, and advice in own field of project managementKnowledge or experience with MES and MBR projectsKnowledge or experience with validation of Aseptic Filling LinesSystems / Equipment:MS Office, MS Project, MS PowerPoint and MS Visio,Change Control & Document Management SystemsPreferred Requirements: Smartsheet