Associate Director Capital Project Management

AstraZeneca•Mount Vernon, IN

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The AstraZeneca Mt. Vernon site, established in 1972, is a flagship facility for innovative oral solid medicines, formulating and packing OSD tablets and capsules for over 60+ markets. As the largest AZ production site in the US with over 700+ employees, located in southwest Indiana, the Mt. Vernon site is a complex, collaborative, and inclusive environment. The site offers various employee resource groups (ERGs) focused on diversity, inclusion, philanthropy, and networking, enhancing professional development and coworker engagement. Employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. The site offers amenities such as an on-site fitness center with a personal trainer, walking trail, walking desk, basketball court, ping pong, massage chair, lunch & learns, a sustainable and ergonomic working environment, tuition reimbursement, lifelong learning opportunities, a book club, a dining center with hot meals, a snack market, free coffee and hot tea, and a climate-controlled work environment. Join us as an Associate Director Capital Project Management, where you will be responsible for the planning, design, and implementation of capital projects. This role involves strategic collaboration with cross-functional site and global teams to support business operation strategies and improvement opportunities. You will communicate with global partners to ensure alignment with design standards, equipment, Factory of the Future, and compliance initiatives.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering or other related technical discipline.
Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience
Experience in conceptual development, project management (planning and scheduling projects), design, and implementation of major capital projects.
Hands-on experience in the negotiation and management of contracts and agreements with engineering contractors, vendors, regulatory, and government agencies.
Knowledge and understanding of validation and qualification principles, project management, and change control principles.
Ability to understand and apply financial analyses to make good decisions in a manufacturing environment.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are essential.
Experience in developing and introducing an initiative and gaining subsequent on board and support from different levels within the organization.
Direct knowledge in Engineering Standards.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree is highly desirable.
People leadership
Experience in the pharmaceutical industry and related regulatory, engineering, and construction techniques.
Professional certifications.
Experience working with regulatory agencies such as OSHA, EPA, FDA, and DEA

Responsibilities

Lead, direct and manage cross-functional site and global project teams.
Comprehend strategic project requirements and translate those into detailed capital project plans aligned with business initiatives.
Establish strong working relationships with key internal and external customers.
Demonstrate personal ownership and accountability for results with a focus on customer service.
Proactively identify potential issues and opportunities.
Develop contingency plans as required.
Guide conflict resolution at the project team level.