Senior Director, Capital Projects - Seattle, and Redmond, WA, With Some Hybrid.

Cyprotex • Redmond, WA

2d • $183,000 - $200,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

The primary focus of this job is to own and provide oversight for construction and project execution for any planned and ongoing improvements and/or expansions needed for Just Evotec Biologics’ GMP Biologics Manufacturing plants, laboratories and/or building spaces in the US. This position partners with Manufacturing Operations, Technical Operations, Quality Assurance, Quality Control, Materials Management, Process Development and EH&S functions to ensure regulatory compliance and optimal functioning of all manufacturing, laboratory and building spaces.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related science with 15+ years relevant experience; construction project management degree preferred; equivalent work experience may be considered.
• Demonstrated experience delivering capital projects in the cGMP biopharmaceutical sector.
• Experience in leading all aspects of capital projects, including budgeting, design, construction, commissioning, and validation.
• Operational engineering experience and knowledge of building systems including mechanical, electrical and plumbing (MEP), HVAC, fire/life safety, waste management, and quality assurance needs/requirements.
• Strong knowledge of biologics manufacturing equipment and dedicated utilities systems, including but not limited to HVAC, WFI, pure steam, clean compressed air, process gases, chilled water, boilers, and wastewater treatment.
• Understanding/base knowledge of US FDA CFRs including ICH guidelines.
• Working knowledge of Quality Assurance standards, including risk assessment, and experienced in the use of electronic systems such as QMS and CMMS.
• Previous experience directing teams within a matrixed organization and/or managing individuals, work groups, and project teams.
• Motivated, self-starter with ability to operate in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong interpersonal, team, and communication skills are a must.
• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and MS Project).

Responsibilities

• Develop JEB’s long-term facility and capacity planning in line with corporate growth strategy.
• Provide significant input on yearly capital equipment spend. Work with finance to develop ROI cases as needed.
• Own and Execute various capital projects. This includes creation of a business case, feasibility, design and construction as applicable.
• Provide ongoing oversight for contractors, contingent workers and/or workforce needed to execute the various capital projects.
• Direct multiple functional teams including capital projects, facilities engineering, and validation with a matrixed organization.
• Lead the capital projects review board to ensure appropriate governance and execution per JEB strategy and represent facilities in various corporate planning and strategy discussions; serve as key interface between the capital project and senior leadership.
• Partner with the Finance team to plan and manage cash spend and commitments for the various capital projects; own capital project budgets as appropriate.
• Provide plant utilities commissioning, qualification, and validation, including risk assessments, user requirement specifications, design qualification, installation qualification, operational qualification, performance qualification, and validation summary reports.

Benefits

• Growth Opportunities: We’re a company that believes in continuous learning and development. Whether it’s professional courses, mentorship, or new projects, we’ll help you grow.
• Flexible Work Environment: We offer flexible work options to help you balance your professional and personal life.
• Inclusive Culture: We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone’s voice is valued, and curiosity is encouraged.
• Innovative Projects: You’ll have the chance to work on groundbreaking initiatives and cutting-edge technology in an atmosphere where your curiosity is the key to success.
• A Place for Big Ideas: We don’t just talk about thinking outside the box—we throw the box away. If you’ve got ideas, we want to hear them.
• Additional total rewards include discretionary annual bonus, comprehensive benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, short-term and long-term disability, company paid basic life insurance, 401k company match, flexible work, generous paid time off and paid holiday, wellness and transportation benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director