Sr. Project Manager - Capital Engineering

Pfizer • McPherson, KS

1d • Onsite

About The Position

At Pfizer, we believe that every role contributes to our mission of improving patients' lives. Whether you are involved in the design and development of manufacturing processes for products or supporting the upkeep of systems, engineering is crucial to ensuring customers and patients receive the medicines they need. By collaborating with our forward-thinking engineering team, you'll play a pivotal role in accelerating the delivery of medicines to the world. In this role, you will: Oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing engineering projects, ensuring alignment with productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals. Act as a liaison between project engineers, planning teams, and line management, facilitating communication and coordination. Review the status of projects and budgets, manage schedules, and prepare comprehensive status reports. Assess project issues and develop resolutions, applying skills and discipline knowledge to contribute effectively within the Work Team. Develop plans for short-term work activities and lead process tech transfer in line with site and company guidance. Conduct and assist in risk analysis with internal and external sites, and support the introduction of new materials. Hire, develop, and maintain the technical skill set capability in the team, periodically reviewing work and mentoring colleagues. Complete facility fit assessments for process transfers and facility design, and develop mass balances and process flow diagrams (PFDs) for new processes. Manage multiple projects and ongoing work activities of moderate complexity, providing production timings to support the operational schedule and reviewing Supplier Change Notifications (SCN) as required.

Requirements

• High school diploma (or equivalent) with 8+ years of experience or associate’s degree with 6+ years of experience or BA/BS with 2+ years of experience or MBA/MS with any years of relevant experience
• Intimate knowledge of OSHA and EHS requirements
• Strong background in managing construction activities
• Ability to read/understand construction design drawings including civil, mechanical, electrical, piping, & structural
• Excellent communication skills
• Experience in process development, manufacturing, quality assurance, and quality control
• Strong project management skills
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Relevant experience in Pharmaceutical or Chemical Manufacturing operations
• Deep understanding of process automation technology
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects
• Excellent organizational skills
• Ability to work flexibly and adapt to changing priorities
• Experience using common AI tools, including generative technologies such as ChatGPT or Microsoft Copilot, to support problem solving and enhance productivity.
• Demonstrated curiosity for exploring how these tools can improve outcomes and understanding of responsible AI practices, including risk management and ethical use

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing engineering projects, ensuring alignment with productivity, quality, and client-satisfaction goals.
• Act as a liaison between project engineers, planning teams, and line management, facilitating communication and coordination.
• Review the status of projects and budgets, manage schedules, and prepare comprehensive status reports.
• Assess project issues and develop resolutions, applying skills and discipline knowledge to contribute effectively within the Work Team.
• Develop plans for short-term work activities and lead process tech transfer in line with site and company guidance.
• Conduct and assist in risk analysis with internal and external sites, and support the introduction of new materials.
• Hire, develop, and maintain the technical skill set capability in the team, periodically reviewing work and mentoring colleagues.
• Complete facility fit assessments for process transfers and facility design, and develop mass balances and process flow diagrams (PFDs) for new processes.
• Manage multiple projects and ongoing work activities of moderate complexity, providing production timings to support the operational schedule and reviewing Supplier Change Notifications (SCN) as required.

Benefits

• a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution
• paid vacation, holiday and personal days
• paid caregiver/parental and medical leave
• health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED