Senior PM Project Manager - Virginia

Novo Nordisk•Petersburg, VA

20h•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for complete Project Management (personnel & processes) for the site processes in the assigned area for a new facility/production line. Manages all aspects of the Project from conception through completion within scope, cost, quality & schedule requirements. Leads & manages the Project Management team so that stated project objectives & solution requirements are met in compliance with company procedures & standards.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering/Economics/Business Administration or other relevant disciplines from an accredited university required
A minimum of nine (9) years proven leadership & project management in a manufacturing facility, including experience with:
Capital Investment Projects with major projects in excess of $20M required
Product/Process Transfer Projects required
Change Management Projects required

Nice To Haves

Advanced Project Management competencies obtained through relevant PM training or experience preferred
Minimum of five (5) years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment preferred
Knowledgeable in core work processes & GMP concepts preferred
Understanding of complicated product documentation & standard operating procedures with attention to high-level concepts preferred
Demonstrates functional/business understanding as well as superior written & oral communication skills preferred
Extensive knowledge of project management including the ability to create work plans & detailed project schedules preferred
Proficient in problem solving, negotiation, conflict management & interpersonal skills preferred
Ability to act as project lead & lead cross functional project teams in the development & implementation of projects preferred
Ability to influence others on objectives & projects outcomes preferred
Basic understanding of contractual documents preferred
Ability to read/review design drawings (CAD) with a basic understanding of P&ID, HVAC & Electrical systems preferred
Thorough understanding of technical documents such as URS, SAT, FAT & Validation Protocols preferred
Proven project management experience with direct management of multiple projects simultaneously preferred
Proven expertise in mentoring/development, planning/organizing, managing execution & revising the work plan for complex problems preferred
Initiative & ability to function independently or within a team preferred
Good judgment in decision making as well as good leadership skills preferred

Responsibilities

Defining overall scope, establishing detailed RFP for obtaining proposals from all required consultants (engineering, construction, cost estimations (IPC costs), equipment vendors, etc.)
Creating detailed business case, & presenting to senior management within NN & IPG for funding of project
Organizing & managing multi-disciplined project team to ensure successful completion of all project deliverables – including hiring, goal setting, performance management, employee development & engagement
Managing major milestones, schedules & monthly cost plans through the Clarity & PEM processes
Providing periodic project status to STC including risks/mitigations, financial updates, short/long term project outlook, etc
Managing project change control to ensure project remains within defined scope, budget & schedule
Extensive collaboration with other sites within NN & external stakeholders to gain best practices & equipment specifications
Adhering to mechanisms for monitoring project progress, intervention & problem solving with other line managers or personnel
Assisting with any training required of personnel supporting the project
Ensuring all facets of the project lifecycle align with expectations set forth by the STG &/or project owner, such as installation, troubleshooting, qualification & validation of equipment
Leading, & coaching Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to ensure a high performing collaborative team environment
Following all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties
Other duties as assigned