6130 - Engineering Project Manager / Project Manager

Verista, Inc.•West Chester, OH

24d•$87,780 - $120,786•Onsite

About The Position

Verista’s 500 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities. Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day. Company Culture Guidelines & Values: We empower and support our colleagues We commit to client success at every turn We have the courage to do the right thing We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged. We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial, or related discipline). Advanced degree preferred
Minimum 7–10 years of experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing with a focus on CQV Engineering projects/upgrades, GMP processes, equipment qualification
Proven track record in capital project management, managing multiple projects at once
Strong understanding of multi-disciplinary pharmaceutical manufacturing engineering projects, including equipment upgrades, site-wide system modernizations, utility and infrastructure improvements, and facility security enhancements, ensuring compliance with GMP requirements, validated system expectations, and operational reliability standards
Knowledge of pharmaceutical packaging, modern controls and safety devices, and equipment validation
Familiarity with process utilities and equipment qualification protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ)
Highly skilled utilizing Microsoft Project for schedule/project plan development
Skilled in budgeting, forecasting, and cost control within complex, regulated environments
Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment
100% on-site presence required (West Chester, OH)
Willingness to work onsite at a GMP manufacturing facility

Responsibilities

Lead and manage full lifecycle of capital projects, including: planning, budgeting, execution, and closeout, ensuring alignment with site and corporate goals.
Provide project management support across multiple engineering initiatives including filler, packaging, inspection, and facility/building projects, coordinating cross-functional activities to ensure projects are executed on schedule and within scope
Lead and oversee multi-disciplinary pharmaceutical manufacturing engineering projects, including equipment upgrades, site-wide system modernizations, utility and infrastructure improvements, and facility security enhancements, ensuring compliance with GMP requirements, validated system expectations, and operational reliability standards
Develop and maintain accurate project budgets and forecasts; monitor project spend, track variances, and ensure financial accountability for capital expenditures
Ensure adherence to established project documentation, phase gates, and change management processes for technical and operational projects
Partner with Manufacturing, Quality, Validation, and other cross-functional stakeholders to deliver integrated project outcomes and support site readiness for commercial and clinical operations
Manage external engineering firms, equipment vendors, and contractors to ensure adherence to project scope, quality, safety, and schedule requirements