Senior Project Manager – Sterile Manufacturing Centre of Excellence

JR United Kingdom; Reading; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading organization is seeking a Senior Project Manager for their Sterile Manufacturing Centre of Excellence. The successful candidate will oversee the construction of a pharmaceutical facility, ensuring compliance with industry standards while leading cross-functional teams. This 6-month remote contract requires extensive experience in project management within GMP-regulated environments and offers a competitive salary based on experience.

Qualifications

• Experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing for 10+ years.
• Proven track record in leading large capital facility projects.
• Understanding of sterile production and cleanroom classifications.

Responsibilities

• Lead the full lifecycle of complex pharmaceutical facility builds.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, Annex 1, and aseptic best practices.
• Manage project risks, stakeholder communication, and regulatory expectations.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Education

10+ years of project management experience

Tools

MS Project

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Client:

Robert Half

Location:

reading, 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.