Senior Project Manager – Sterile Manufacturing Centre of Excellence

JR United Kingdom; Newport; Remote; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a Senior Project Manager for their Sterile Manufacturing Centre of Excellence based in Newport. This role involves overseeing the build of a complex pharmaceutical facility while managing teams and ensuring compliance with industry standards. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in GMP-regulated environments, strong leadership skills, and a proven track record of managing large-scale projects.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Deep understanding of sterile production, cleanroom classifications, HVAC, WFI, and clean utilities.
• Experience with automation systems (SCADA, MES, BMS).

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of a complex pharmaceutical facility build.
• Oversee cross-functional teams and ensure compliance with GMP and aseptic best practices.
• Manage project risks and stakeholder communication.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Tools

MS Project

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Senior Project Manager – Sterile Manufacturing Centre of Excellence, newport

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Client:

Robert Half

Location:

newport, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Posted:

26.06.2025

Expiry Date:

10.08.2025

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Job Description:

Robert Half is recruiting for a Senior Project Manager – Sterile Manufacturing Centre of Excellence.

ROLE: Senior Project Manager – Sterile Manufacturing Centre of Excellence

LENGTH: 6 Months

LOCATION: Remote - UK based

PAY: depending on experience

The Role

• Lead the full lifecycle of a complex pharmaceutical facility build, aligning scope, budget, and schedule with business goals.
• Oversee cross-functional teams and external partners (architects, engineers, consultants).
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Annex 1, and aseptic best practices in facility and system design.
• Manage project risks, stakeholder communication, and regulatory expectations.
• Drive a culture of excellence, safety, and continuous improvement across the project.

Who you are:

• 10+ years of project management experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing, ideally steriles.
• Proven track record leading large capital facility projects from concept to completion.
• Deep understanding of sterile production, cleanroom classifications, HVAC, WFI, and clean utilities.
• Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g. MS Project), and fluent in English.
• Experience with automation systems (SCADA, MES, BMS).
• Exposure to isolators, RABS, and advanced aseptic technologies.
• Knowledge of sustainable facility design or energy efficiency practices.