Project Director - Life Sciences

Jacobs; Ireland; Hybrid; EUR 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Jacobs in Ireland and mainland Europe seeks an experienced Project Director to lead and deliver major EPCMV Biotech/Pharma projects. You will assume full responsibility for safe project delivery, commercial performance, schedule adherence, quality assurance, and client relationship management.

You will inspire multidisciplinary teams, navigate complex project environments, uphold Jacobs' culture of safety, quality and innovation, and drive successful outcomes for our biopharma clients across

Qualifications

• Degree in engineering, construction management, project management or related discipline.
• Extensive experience delivering EPCMV Biotech/Pharma projects.
• Proven ability to lead multidisciplinary teams on large-scale capital projects.
• Strong commercial, contractual and technical acumen.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead large, complex Life Sciences EPCMV projects from initiation through turnover.
• Manage safety and champion a strong safety culture.
• Oversee commercial activities including invoicing, forecasting and reporting.
• Ensure on-time, on-budget delivery aligned with client expectations.
• Build trusted client relationships and proactive issue resolution.
• Oversee quality documentation, compliance and validation requirements.
• Manage diverse subcontractor teams across multiple disciplines.
• Apply project controls to monitor progress and risks.
• Contribute to bids, proposals and strategic pursuits.

Skills

EPCMV Biotech/Pharma project lead

Multidisciplinary team leadership

Commercial, contractual and technical

Communication & stakeholder management

Education

Engineering/Construction/Project management degree

Job description

At Jacobs, we're challenging today to reinvent tomorrow by solving the world's most critical problems for thriving cities, resilient environments, mission-critical outcomes, operational advancement, scientific discovery and cutting-edge manufacturing, turning abstract ideas into realities that transform the world for good.

Your impact

The Project Director leads the safe, successful delivery of large scale EPCMV Biotech/Pharma projects, shaping facilities that enable life saving medicines worldwide.

Pharmaceutical and biotechnology facilities are central to global health, and the projects delivered by Jacobs directly support the production of life saving therapies. With over 50 years of biopharma facility innovation and a team of 3,800+ architectural, engineering and construction professionals, Jacobs provides a single source, end to end service - from strategy and concept through site selection, regulatory compliance, design, constructability, construction management, commissioning, validation, start up, and ongoing operations support.

As the largest professional services provider to the biopharmaceutical industry, Jacobs combines deep local expertise with global reach to deliver maximum value for clients across Ireland, Europe and beyond.

Role Overview

To support continued growth, Jacobs is seeking an experienced Project Director to lead and deliver major EPCMV Biotech/Pharma projects in Ireland or mainland Europe.

You will take full responsibility for safe project delivery, including commercial performance, schedule adherence, quality assurance, and client relationship management. This role requires a leader who can inspire multidisciplinary teams, navigate complex project environments, and uphold Jacobs' culture of safety, quality and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Project leadership
• Direct large, complex Life Sciences EPCMV projects from initiation through turnover.
• Safety management
• Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all HSE procedures and standards.
• Commercial oversight
• Lead contract administration, invoicing, forecasting, and commercial reporting.
• Schedule and delivery
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and in line with client expectations.
• Client engagement
• Build trusted relationships with clients, ensuring clear communication and proactive issue resolution.
• Quality assurance
• Oversee quality documentation, compliance, and validation requirements.
• Subcontractor management
• Manage diverse subcontractor teams across multiple disciplines.
• Project controls
• Apply strong project controls to monitor progress, risks, and performance.
• Bid and proposal leadership
• Contribute to proposals, tender reviews, and strategic pursuit activities.

Key Accountabilities

• Delivery of complex Life Sciences projects on schedule and within budget
• Expert knowledge of project and construction management
• Strong HSE leadership
• Proficiency in project controls
• Ability to work across multiple contract types
• Skilled subcontractor management
• Excellent client facing capability

Here’s what you’ll need

• Degree qualified in engineering, construction management, project management, or a related discipline
• Extensive experience delivering EPCMV Biotech/Pharma projects
• Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams on large scale capital projects
• Strong commercial, contractual, and technical acumen
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills

What Success Looks Like

You will thrive in this role if you

• Lead with confidence, clarity, and accountability
• Build strong relationships with clients and project teams
• Drive safety and quality excellence
• Navigate complexity with composure and strategic insight

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