Project Manager - Facilities And Maintenance

Actalent; Ottawa; Hybrid; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in Nuclear Medicine is seeking a Senior Project Manager to deliver complex projects within the pharmaceutical sector. This hybrid position requires extensive project management experience, strong leadership skills, and the ability to ensure regulatory compliance, offering opportunities for professional advancement.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of progressive project management experience.
• Experience in pharmaceutical or medical device environments.
• Budget ownership of $3 million per year.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple complex projects ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as GMP and FDA.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Negotiation

Proficiency in project management tools

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or a related field

Master’s degree

PMP certification (or equivalent)

Tools

Smartsheet

Job description

Job Title : Project Manager - Facilities and Maintenance

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned Senior Project Manager to lead and deliver high-impact, complex projects within the pharmaceutical or medical device industry. This role demands strategic oversight, expert project execution, and the ability to navigate cross-functional teams and stakeholder environments. The ideal candidate brings a proven track record of managing large-scale initiatives from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, timelines, and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple, concurrent complex projects, ensuring delivery within scope, schedule, and budget.
• Define project objectives, deliverables, and success criteria in collaboration with stakeholders.
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, including timelines, resource allocation, budgets up to $30M, and communication strategies.
• Implement cost control measures and risk mitigation strategies across multi-year programs.
• Drive stakeholder engagement and communication across internal teams, senior leadership, and external vendors.
• Monitor project progress, manage scope changes, and ensure timely reporting of milestones and risks.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards such as GMP and FDA, and internal governance frameworks.
• Conduct post-project reviews to capture lessons learned and support continuous improvement.
• Mentor junior project managers and contribute to the evolution of project management best practices.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with departments such as Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, IT, and HR.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Science, or a related field; Master’s degree preferred.
• PMP certification (or equivalent) strongly preferred.
• 15+ years of progressive project management experience, including leadership of large, cross-functional initiatives.
• Demonstrated success managing complex budgets, timelines, and stakeholder expectations.
• Strong leadership, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (Smartsheet preferred).
• Experience in pharmaceutical or medical device environments, with knowledge of regulatory and compliance requirements.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience in drug development, regulatory submissions, or manufacturing projects is highly desirable.
• Experience managing remote and geographically dispersed teams is a strong asset.
• Facilities and Maintenance experience in highly controlled environments such as Med Device, Pharma, Nuclear, Lab for 5+ years.
• Project Management experience for 3+ years.
• Budget ownership of $3 million per year.
• Experience coordinating with teams of 20+ people.
• FDA Facilities and Maintenance experience is very helpful.

This position offers a hybrid work environment with a 3 / 2 split between remote and on-site work. The on-site environment is a cubicle setting. This opportunity allows for professional growth, with potential to advance into senior roles as senior engineers approach retirement. Join us in our mission to become a global leader in Nuclear Medicine, contributing to life-saving medical advancements.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.00 - $70.00 / hr.

Workplace Type

This is a hybrid position in Ottawa,ON.

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