Senior Project Manager – Sterile Manufacturing Centre of Excellence

JR United Kingdom; Southampton; Remote; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in pharmaceutical manufacturing is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead the development of a new sterile manufacturing facility. This role involves managing teams, ensuring compliance with GMP standards, and driving excellence throughout the project lifecycle. Ideal candidates will have extensive experience in project management within GMP-regulated environments and a strong understanding of sterile production processes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of project management experience in GMP-regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Proven track record leading large capital facility projects.
• Deep understanding of sterile production and associated technologies.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Stakeholder Management

Project Management

Pharmaceutical skills

Fluent in English

Tools

MS Project

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Senior Project Manager – Sterile Manufacturing Centre of Excellence, southampton

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Client:

Robert Half

Location:

southampton, 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.