Program Manager | Life Sciences

Capgemini; Diegem; Hybride; EUR 90 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Capgemini Engineering is seeking an experienced Program Manager to lead complex, multi‑stakeholder programs in a regulated Life Sciences setting, providing strategic direction and cross‑functional leadership. You will drive plans, governance, budgets, and risk management while ensuring high‑quality delivery across initiatives.

The role requires a Master’s degree in a relevant field, 5–8 years of project/program management experience, and fluent English and French.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related field.
• 5–8 years of experience in project and/or program management with a delivery track record.
• Strong leadership and influencing skills to engage senior stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and ability to present executive‑level materials.

Responsabilités

• Lead projects and programs independently with accountability for scope, timeline, budget, resources, and quality.
• Define and drive integrated project plans, managing risks, issues, dependencies, and critical paths.
• Oversee interdependencies between projects to align with business priorities and strategy.
• Manage budgets, resource planning, and capacity across cross‑functional teams.
• Engage senior stakeholders, facilitate decision making, and resolve complex issues proactively.

Connaissances

Program management

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Budget management

Risk management

Formation

Master’s degree in Engineering/Life Sciences/Pharmacy or related field

Outils

MS Project

MS Office/Excel

Description du poste

At Capgemini Engineering, the world leader in engineering services, we bring together a global team of engineers, scientists, and architects to help the world’s most innovative companies unleash their potential. From autonomous cars to life-saving robots, our digital and software technology experts think outside the box as they provide unique R&D and engineering services across all industries. Join us for a career full of opportunities. Where you can make a difference. Where no two days are the same.Job DescriptionWe are looking for an experienced Program Manager to lead and coordinate complex, multi‑stakeholder projects and programs within a dynamic and regulated Life Sciences environment. Working with a high degree of independence, you will provide strategic direction, ensure cross‑project alignment, and drive the successful execution of critical initiatives.As a Program Manager, you will demonstrate advanced project management mastery and strong leadership capabilities, enabling you to influence senior stakeholders, manage interdependencies, and ensure high‑quality, timely delivery across multiple workstreams.Your responsabilitiesLead projects and programs independently, with full accountability for scope, timeline, budget, resources, and quality of deliveryDefine, structure, and drive integrated project and program plans, managing risks, issues, dependencies, and critical paths across initiativesMaintain oversight of interdependencies between projects, ensuring alignment with business priorities and strategic objectivesManage budgets, resource planning, and capacity allocation across cross‑functional teamsEngage and influence senior stakeholders and leadership, facilitating decision‑making and resolving complex issues proactivelyEnsure timely, high‑quality execution of critical initiatives in regulated Life Sciences environmentsOptimize project and program governance, contributing to process improvements and scalable ways of workingProvide guidance and mentorship to junior project managers when applicable, fostering delivery excellence and PM maturity across teamsYour profileMaster’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Pharmacy, or a related field5 to 8 years of experience in project and/or program management, with proven SME experience and a strong delivery track recordDemonstrated success managing complex, multi‑stakeholder projects or programs, ideally within the Life Sciences or pharmaceutical industryAdvanced mastery of project and program management methodologies, tools, and governance modelsStrong leadership and influencing skills, with the ability to engage senior stakeholders and drive alignment across functionsSolid experience in budget management, resource planning, and cross‑functional executionGood understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, GMP principles, and regulatory constraintsExcellent communication skills, with the ability to produce executive‑level, presentation‑ready materials for steering committees and leadershipFluent in English and French (written and spoken)Strategic, proactive, and solution‑oriented mindset, with strong collaboration skills in multidisciplinary and multicultural environmentsWhat you'll love about working hereA performance culture built on trust and impact : At Capgemini, we take a human‑centric approach to performance and leadership. Our GetSuccess framework supports continuous feedback, regular leadership check‑ins, and meaningful performance conversations—designed to empower senior professionals, recognize impact, and support long‑term career growth.Flexible and hybrid ways of working : We value autonomy and accountability. Our hybrid working model allows you to balance client, team, and personal needs, while focusing on delivering high‑impact outcomes. You will work with your leadership team to define a setup that supports both program delivery and sustainable performance.Accelerated career and leadership development : As a Program Manager, you will benefit from tailored career and leadership development programs, designed to strengthen strategic, delivery, and people‑leadership capabilities. From advanced PM and program governance training to leadership initiatives such as Connected Manager, we support your progression as a senior delivery leader and subject‑matter expert.Capgemini is a global business and technology transformation partner, helping organizations to accelerate their dual transition to a digital and sustainable world, while creating tangible impact for enterprises and society. It is a responsible and diverse group of 340,000 team members in more than 50 countries. With its strong over 55-year heritage, Capgemini is trusted by its clients to unlock the value of technology to address the entire breadth of their business needs. It delivers end-to-end services and solutions leveraging strengths from strategy and design to engineering, all fueled by its market leading capabilities in AI, generative AI, cloud and data, combined with its deep industry expertise and partner ecosystem.