Project Manager (Engineering Projects)

Almac Group; Armagh; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Almac Group in Craigavon, UK, is seeking a Project Manager (Engineering Projects) to lead a portfolio of capital, engineering and process-improvement initiatives within the Pharma Services unit. You will ensure timely, on-budget delivery with technical oversight and collaborate with internal teams, suppliers and clients across the Almac Group.

Eligible to work in the UK; degree in engineering or related field is preferred, PM experience considered in lieu of a degree, and strong communication

Qualifications

• Eligibility to work in the UK or possess a valid UK work permit.
• Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in a scientific, engineering, or related technical discipline OR significant PM experience in lieu of a degree.
• Demonstrated project management experience, technical problem-solving, and strong communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Coordination of multi-disciplinary teams and site activities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and manage a portfolio of capital, engineering, and improvement projects.
• Ensure projects are completed on time, within budget, and to high standards with technical oversight.
• Collaborate with internal teams across Almac Group and with suppliers and clients.

Skills

Project management

Engineering

Pharmaceutical industry

Stakeholder engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Job description

Project Manager (Engineering Projects)

Location: Craigavon, UK

Hours: 37.5 hours per week: Monday – Friday

Business Unit: Pharma Services

Open To: Internal and External applicants

Ref No.: HRJOB11643

Who we are:

With over 55 years’ experience, Almac Pharma Services is an established, reliable and world leading outsourcing partner to the global pharmaceutical and biotechnology industry.

The company provides tailored, quality-led and timely solutions from early and late phase pharmaceutical development, clinical and commercial drug product manufacture, product launch through to commercial packaging and global distribution.

The Role:

Almac Pharma Services are recruiting for a Project Manager (Engineering Projects) to join our Engineering Projects Department. In this role, you will oversee and manage a diverse portfolio of capital, engineering, and improvement projects—from equipment upgrades to the design and construction of new pharmaceutical facilities.

You will be responsible for ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the highest standards, while providing technical oversight. You will collaborate closely with internal teams across Almac Pharma Services and the wider Almac Group, as well as with suppliers and clients.

If you have proven engineering expertise and a track record of successful project delivery, we’d love to hear from you.

What you will need to be successful:

Eligibility to work in the UK OR possess a valid work permit that will allow you to take up full time, permanent employment in the UK.

Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in a scientific, engineering, or related technical discipline OR Significant previous experience in a Project Management role or in the Pharmaceutical Industry will be considered in lieu of a Degree.

Demonstrated project management experience, technical problem-solving abilities, effective communication and presentation skills, client and stakeholder engagement, and coordination of multi-disciplinary teams and site activities.

Further Information

For more information on the role responsibilities and the essential and desirable criteria, please review the job description attached to this job posting.

Why Build your career at Almac?

A fantastic salary and benefits package is available, including annual bonus, generous holiday allowance, healthcare reimbursement scheme, and a rewarding role where your work contributes to the advancement of human health.

At Almac, our people are at the heart of everything we do. Your future matters — and our approach is simple: we support, develop and reward our people, build fulfilling careers and together we advance human health. Find out more about our Support, Develop, and Reward initiatives here: https://www.almacgroup.com/careers/life-at-almac/

Closing Date

We will no longer be accepting applications after 5pm on Monday 7th September 2026.