Project Manager Engineering

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong engineering or technical background to lead cross-functional initiatives within a GxP-regulated biopharmaceutical environment. The role involves overseeing the full project lifecycle – from scoping and execution to closure and process handover – with a focus on strategic improvement, compliance, and stakeholder alignment.

Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months (extension thereafter)
Interview Process: 2 stages over the next week 

Get in touch ASAP to discuss further by sending your CV to r.tartaglione@panda-int.com

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Key Responsibilities:

• Project Initiation:
  Define and align project scope, timelines, roles, stakeholders, risks, and budget. Prepare business cases and secure sponsor approval.

• Execution & Delivery:
  Lead and manage cross-functional teams across departments. Monitor progress, control scope, timelines, quality, and cost. Proactively manage risks and escalate where needed.

• Governance & Reporting:
  Report project status, risks, and milestones to sponsors and steering committees. Ensure clear stakeholder communication and alignment.

• Closure & Handover:
  Document results and lessons learned. Oversee formal handover to operations and ensure contract and documentation closure.

• Coaching & Process Improvement:
  Coach junior project leads and contribute to the improvement of internal project management methodologies. Advise senior management on strategic opportunities.

• GxP Compliance:
  Ensure adherence to existing and emerging GxP regulations. Participate in or advise on SOPs, deviations, and change control processes. Complete required GxP training.

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Your Profile:

• Education: Master's degree (or HBO+ with significant experience) in Biotechnology, Chemical/Process Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field.

• Experience: 8+ years in the pharmaceutical/biotech sector

• 4+ years in (strategic) project management

• Proven experience in GxP-regulated environments

• Certified in project management is preferred (e.g., Prince2 Practitioner, PMI PMP)
  
  Key Skills:

• Strong leadership and stakeholder management

• Fluent in Dutch and English (written and spoken)