Project Manager CAR-T (F/H/X)

MANTU GROUP SA; Belgique; On-site; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

remote work

meal vouchers

time savings account

referral bonus

Job summary

Amaris Consulting is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead Engineering & Automation projects in a regulated pharmaceutical environment. You will coordinate with the MAM department, project engineers, and external stakeholders to drive delivery and compliance.

You will design automation systems that meet GxP standards, manage risk, and ensure timely project execution across the portfolio. English fluency and strong leadership are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Must have strong communication skills to explain complex engineering topics clearly.
• Extensive project management experience with lifecycle ownership.
• Proven leadership track record in cross-functional teams.
• Experience with GMP/GxP environments and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to identify risks and implement mitigation plans.
• Fluency in English with excellent written and oral communication.

Responsibilities

• Plan long-term Engineering & Automation projects.
• Initiate projects per approved schedule and support engineers.
• Manage engineering projects through lifecycle from concept to delivery.
• Design GxP-compliant automation systems for process equipment.
• Represent projects within MAM and with external stakeholders.
• Coordinate activities, priorities, risks, deliverables, and status.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement in projects and processes.
• Support knowledge management through documentation and training.
• Address complex technical challenges impacting priorities.
• Assist portfolio management including resource planning and scheduling.
• Promote safety and quality throughout project delivery.

Skills

Communication skills

Project management

Leadership

GxP compliance

Risk management

Education

Master's degree in engineering

Job description

As a Project Manager, you’ll work on projects within the Engineering & Automation department for process equipment supporting CAR-T manufacturing.

You’ll work closely with the Director and Managers of the MAM (Make Asset Management) department, as well as Project Engineers and internal and external stakeholders.

Your work will cover project planning, engineering delivery, automation systems, technical problem-solving, and project portfolio support in a regulated pharmaceutical environment.

Your missions

• Manage the long-term planning of Engineering & Automation projects.
• Initiate projects according to the agreed planning and support Project Engineers in applying standard project principles.
• Manage your own engineering projects throughout their lifecycle.
• Design GxP-compliant automation systems for process equipment, including historian integration, server-hosted software for equipment connectivity, PLCs, and HMIs.
• Represent engineering projects within the MAM department and with external stakeholders.
• Coordinate project activities, priorities, risks, deliverables, and status reporting.
• Identify and implement continuous improvement opportunities within projects and engineering processes.
• Support knowledge management within project teams through gap analyses, documentation, and training for junior colleagues.
• Address complex technical challenges that may affect the department’s priorities.
• Support the management of the department’s project portfolio, including resource planning and project scheduling.
• Promote strong safety and quality standards throughout project delivery.

Your profile

• Master’s degree in engineering or an equivalent qualification gained through professional experience.
• At least 10 years of relevant professional experience.
• At least 5 years of experience in project management or as a people leader.
• Experience working in pharmaceutical manufacturing, process equipment, or a similarly regulated environment.
• Strong focus on safety, quality, and compliance.
• Clear and effective communication skills, particularly when explaining complex engineering topics.
• Ability to work efficiently with appropriate project management and engineering tools.
• Ability to communicate project status clearly to different audiences, including technical teams, management, and external stakeholders.
• Strong organisational and problem-solving skills.
• Fluency in English.

What we offer

Joining Amaris means working in an environment where your performance supports your career progression.

Projects with substance
Our projects last 18 months on average and involve major accounts such as Orange, Sanofi, SNCF, and CMA-CGM. You’ll work on assignments where your experience has a direct impact on project delivery and product quality.

Support from your manager and HR
Each manager supports up to 18 consultants. You’ll have regular project check-ins and a direct exchange with HR every month through Express Yourself. Our teams have an average tenure of 3.3 years.

Career progression
70% of our managers started in entry-level positions. Career development is based on skills, performance, and the opportunities you take. Functional mobility across 4 areas of expertise and international mobility across 60+ countries are actively encouraged.

Learning and technology
You’ll have access to 250+ training modules, fully funded Microsoft certifications, and 291 AI agents developed in-house. We support continuous learning throughout your career.

Social and environmental commitments
Our commitments include an SBTi carbon reduction roadmap, a target of 34.3% women in management by 2029, and social engagement through We Care Together.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• remote work
• meal vouchers
• time savings account
• referral bonus

We’ll discuss the full benefits package during the recruitment process.

Amaris Consulting is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive working environment. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of gender, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, beliefs, age, marital status, disability, or any other characteristic.

Who are we?

Amaris Consulting, part of Mantu is an independent technology consulting firm providing guidance and solutions to businesses. With more than 1,000 clients across the globe, we have been rolling out solutions in major projects for over a decade - this is made possible by an international team of 7,600 people spread across 5 continents and more than 60 countries. Our solutions focus on four different Business Lines: Information System & Digital, Telecom, Life Sciences and Engineering. We’re focused on building and nurturing a top talent community where all our team members can achieve their full potential. Amaris is your steppingstone to cross rivers of change, meet challenges and achieve all your projects with success.

At Amaris, we strive to provide our candidates with the best possible recruitment experience. We like to get to know our candidates, challenge them, and be able to give them proper feedback as quickly as possible. Here’s what our recruitment process looks like:

Brief Call: Our process typically begins with a brief virtual/phone conversation to get to know you! The objective? Learn about you, understand your motivations, and make sure we have the right job for you!

Interviews (the average number of interviews is 3 – the number may vary depending on the level of seniority required for the position). During the interviews, you will meet people from our team: your line manager of course, but also other people related to your future role. We will talk in depth about you, your experience, and skills, but also about the position and what will be expected of you. Of course, you will also get to know Amaris: our culture, our roots, our teams, and your career opportunities!

Case study: Depending on the position, we may ask you to take a test. This could be a role play, a technical assessment, a problem-solving scenario, etc.

As you know, every person is different and so is every role in a company. That is why we have to adapt accordingly, and the process may differ slightly at times. However, please know that we always put ourselves in the candidate's shoes to ensure they have the best possible experience.

We look forward to meeting you!