Technical Project Manager

Trinity Consultants - Advent Engineering; Ontario; On-site; CAD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering consultancy in Ontario is seeking a Technical Project Manager to oversee life science projects, focusing on project planning, execution, and regulatory compliance. The ideal candidate has over 7 years of experience in engineering, excellent communication skills, and a background in life sciences. This role offers a contract position with responsibilities including budget management, team leadership, and client collaboration.

Qualifications

• 7+ years related experience in life science projects.
• Experience in delivering large-scale engineering projects.
• Capable of interpreting engineering documents.
• Familiarity with pharmaceutical industry terminologies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project planning, budgeting, and execution.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
• Lead design and commissioning phases of projects.
• Act as primary contact between technical teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Project Management

Technical expertise in life science

Regulatory knowledge (FDA, EMA)

Engineering design specifications

Excellent communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Life Science

Tools

Microsoft Office

AutoCAD

Job description

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Life Sciences Talent Acquisition Specialist

CQV / Validation Project Manager

1 year contract

SUMMARY

The Technical Project Manager (TPM) should be well versed in project management principals and have the technical expertise in life science. The Technical Project Manager will oversee all aspects of project planning and execution—including scope development, budgeting, scheduling, and risk management—while ensuring strict adherence to cGMP, regulatory standards (FDA, EMA, ICH), and corporate quality systems.

This individual will be responsible for delivering capital, technical, and compliance-driven projects from concept through commissioning and qualification. This individual is capable of leading by example and responsible for executing engineering projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIESAND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Incumbent must have knowledge and experience in :
• Generation and review of engineering design specifications, documentation, and drawings for upstream, downstream bulk processing equipment (bioreactors / fermenters, chromatography skids, bioreactors, TFF, UFDF, centrifuge etc.), critical utilities (WFI, process gases, pure steam, etc.), FFIP (formulation equipment, isolators, fillers, lyophilizer, etc.), and / or equipment used in Single Use application (e.g., SUBs, SUM, etc.)
• Regulatory guidelines, industry best practices, and standards that steer the industry (e.g., FDA, EU GMP, USP, ISPE, ASME BPE, PDA, ISO, etc.)
• Participate in construction activities as needed, including reviewing RFI’s, submittals, responding to design change notices, issuing field change bulletins, attending site walk-throughs and issue field observation reports, review operational and functional acceptance tests, review drawings, and other system documentation
• Assume ownership of the process-related aspects of a portion of a large project or an entire small project and provide technical support to the design team.
• Establish and maintain excellent working relationships with clients and members of the design team.
• Review technical documentations and specifications (e.g., equipment specifications, datasheets, URS, functional specifications, turnover package, etc.)
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocations.
• Oversee design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and validation of process equipment, utilities, and cleanroom facilities.
• Manage project change control, ensuring proper impact assessments and approvals are obtained.
• Facilitate project team meetings and ensure clear documentation of decisions, actions, and responsibilities.
• Work closely with clients and stakeholders to gather requirements and present technical solutions.
• Collaborate with CQV and QA teams to ensure equipment and systems are qualified and ready for GMP use.
• Lead or support technical troubleshooting and resolution of complex project-related issues.
• Act as the primary point of contact between technical teams and executive stakeholders.
• General working experience in piping design and layout best practices in hygienic application
• Familiarity with ASME BPE standard and ASME B31.3 code.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May directly supervise a number of Engineers / CQV team members during Design and Commissioning and Qualification phase of the project. Responsibilities include training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individual who has experience in consulting environment and engaging clients in projects may have a dynamic schedule while multi-tasking other responsibilities.

EDUCATION and / or EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s degree (B.S.) in Life Science related field from four-year college or university or foreign equivalent; and at least 7 years related experience.

Experience in consulting in Life Science industry and participate in delivering successful large-scale Engineering projects.

Candidate ideally would have a minimum of 9+ years of experience in Engineering within the Life Science sector.

Must have computer literacy, including word processing, spreadsheet skills, and knowledge of Microsoft Office software package and AutoCAD.

LANGUAGE SKILLS

Ability to communicate clearly, must be capable of preparing and interpreting engineering documents such as P&IDs, specifications and protocols, ensuring alignment with regulatory standards. Familiarity with pharmaceutical industry terminology and documentation standards.

MATHEMATICALSKILLS

Application of mathematics and engineering fundamentals and principles are required to ensure accurate and methodical design solutions. Ability to interpret engineering documents such as drawings, piping lengths, welding requirements and modeling.

REASONING ABILITY

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must also be able to travel via car and / or plane for multiple day trips.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, outside weather conditions, risk of radiation, and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Visits to client sites, conducting inspections, audits, and due diligence at facilities, and overseeing site activities such as testing or construction are also affected by environmental conditions.

Seniority level

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Employment type

Contract

Job function

Job function

Project Management, Consulting, and Engineering

Biotechnology Research and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

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