Senior CQV Lead — BioPharma CAPEX & Global Projects

Lonza; Oberwallis; On-site; Vertraulich; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile culture

Inclusive workplace

Competitive hourly rate

Job summary

Lonza in Visp, Switzerland, is seeking a senior CQV Lead to steer commissioning and qualification excellence on a global scale for multi‑million‑dollar BioPharma CAPEX programs. This 12‑month, site‑based assignment emphasizes strong leadership, cross‑functional collaboration, and delivery of cGMP/GEP compliant solutions.

You will direct local and remote engineering teams, set project execution standards, implement CQV frameworks and NEAT/DeltaV tools, and mentor engineers to drive continuous

Qualifications

• Master’s degree in Pharma, Engineering, or relevant Scientific discipline.
• Extensive experience in BioPharma/Engineering within cGMP/GEP compliant environments.
• Proven track record as CQV Lead or Project Manager overseeing large-scale CAPEX projects, specifically Fill & Finish facilities.
• Hands-on proficiency with the NEAT system (DeltaV knowledge is a strong advantage).
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional global/remote teams and multi-million-dollar project budgets.
• Fluent in English (business level); German language skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead CQV strategy and execution across a major portfolio of BioPharma CAPEX investments, including state-of-the-art Fill & Finish facilities.
• Direct local and remote global engineering teams, driving resource allocation, cost estimations, and timeline projections.
• Serve as Subject Matter Expert (SME) in establishing Project Execution and Quality Plans in line with cGMP and GEP guidelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in Manufacturing, Quality, and Regulatory Affairs to de-risk key project deliverables.
• Oversee and streamline remote project execution offices across strategic global locations.
• Develop, implement, and standardise CQV frameworks, protocols, and digital tools (NEAT / DeltaV) across global sites.
• Champion change, mentor engineering talents, and foster an environment of continuous improvement and accountability.

Skills

CQV Lead

Project Management

Cross-functional leadership

Global/remote team management

Budget management

English (business)

German (preferred)

Education

Master’s degree in Pharma, Engineering, or relevant Scientific discipline

Tools

NEAT system

DeltaV

Job description

Lonza in Visp, Switzerland, is seeking a senior CQV Lead to steer commissioning and qualification excellence on a global scale for multi‑million‑dollar BioPharma CAPEX programs. This 12‑month, site‑based assignment emphasizes strong leadership, cross‑functional collaboration, and delivery of cGMP/GEP compliant solutions.

You will direct local and remote engineering teams, set project execution standards, implement CQV frameworks and NEAT/DeltaV tools, and mentor engineers to drive continuous