Company OverviewJLL Life Sciences is a specialized division of Jones Lang LaSalle (JLL), providing integrated facility management and technical services to the global pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors. We partner with leading pharmaceutical companies to optimize their real estate portfolios, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure regulatory compliance across their manufacturing facilities worldwide.Role SummaryAs the Site Lead for JLL Life Sciences at our client's pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Ireland, you will provide strategic leadership for this high-visibility site within our global account portfolio. Reporting to the Regional Account Director, you will oversee soft service teams along with the Utilities and Building Facilities Management (BFM) team to ensure GxP-compliant operations, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. This pivotal leadership role requires a seasoned professional who can balance technical pharmaceutical manufacturing expertise with strong people management skills while supporting our client's strict regulatory compliance requirements.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Site Leadership & Operational ExcellenceDevelop and implement site-specific strategic plans aligned with both JLL and client corporate objectivesDrive operational excellence through efficient facility management practices and process optimizationSet, monitor, and achieve key performance indicators related to service delivery, quality, safety, and cost-efficiencyLead the Utilities and BFM teams in maintaining critical infrastructure to support uninterrupted manufacturing operationsEnsure business continuity through effective risk management strategies and contingency planningQuality & Regulatory ComplianceSupport client adherence to EU GMP, FDA regulations, ISO standards, and all applicable regulatory requirementsServe as the primary JLL representative during client regulatory inspections and auditsImplement quality management systems and compliance initiatives for facility operationsEnsure proper documentation practices throughout all JLL-managed operationsStay current with evolving regulatory requirements in pharmaceutical manufacturing environmentsFinancial & Resource ManagementDevelop and manage annual site budgets, service delivery planning, and resource allocationIdentify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality and compliance standardsOptimize resource utilization across service teams to maximize efficiencyReport on financial performance metrics to JLL regional leadership and client stakeholdersTeam Leadership & DevelopmentLead, mentor, and develop a diverse team of JLL professionals across multiple technical disciplinesFoster a culture of continuous improvement, innovation, and service excellenceDrive employee engagement initiatives and talent development programsManage performance review processes and succession planningPromote safety awareness and maintain a safety-first culture throughout JLL operationsCross-Functional CollaborationBuild effective working relationships with client stakeholders across their global operationsInterface with JLL account management team to align site activities with client objectivesCollaborate with client quality, regulatory, manufacturing, and R&D departmentsRepresent JLL at client partnership meetings and strategic planning sessionsChange Management & Continuous ImprovementLead implementation of service enhancements and process improvementsManage organizational change with minimal disruption to client operationsIdentify opportunities