Project Manager

LSC, Life Science Consultants; Cork; On-site; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

LSC, Life Science Consultants, invites a Project Manager to join a Cork-based pharmaceutical manufacturing environment. You will lead technical transfer activities, manage external APIs and internal teams to deliver critical projects on time.

The role demands 3+ years in pharmaceutical manufacturing or project management, a chemical engineering or related degree, and familiarity with GMP and project tools such as MS Project or Jira.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Science or related discipline.
• 3+ years in pharma manufacturing, tech transfer or project management.
• Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical transfer plans for new products with API supply.
• Develop detailed project plans and track milestones and resources.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external contract manufacturers.
• Lead project meetings and mitigate risks and issues.
• Support batch release, shipping coordination and commercialization.
• Use PM tools and dashboards to monitor performance.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Cross-functional leadership

Scheduling & planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering

Tools

MS Project

Jira

SharePoint

Job description

LSC has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join a pharmaceutical company in Cork. This will be a dynamic environment that is constantly innovating, relies on cutting-edge technology to deliver life-saving medicines. You will be working in a site that supplies active ingredients through complex chemical synthesis and biotechnology manufacturing processes for a range of therapeutics. This is a chance for you to work with a global company that strives for excellence in every aspect of its operation and has a huge reputation for its diverse working culture.

If you have 3+ years of experience working in pharmaceutical manufacturing, technical transfer or project management and are ready for your next challenge, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

ABOUT THE PROJECT - KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:

LSC has an exciting opportunity for a Project Manager to join a pharmaceutical company in Cork. This will be a dynamic environment that is constantly innovating, relies on cutting-edge technology to deliver life-saving medicines. You will be working in a site that supplies active ingredients through complex chemical synthesis and biotechnology manufacturing processes for a range of therapeutics. This is a chance for you to work with a global company that strives for excellence in every aspect of its operation and has a huge reputation for its diverse working culture.

If you have 3+ years of experience working in pharmaceutical manufacturing, technical transfer or project management and are ready for your next challenge, this could be the perfect opportunity for you!

• Manage technical transfer plans for new products, ensuring successful delivery of externally manufactured APIs, intermediates and starting materials.

• Develop and oversee detailed project plans, managing scope, timelines, milestones, resources and deliverables.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external contract manufacturers to ensure alignment across project activities.

• Facilitate project team meetings, monitor progress and proactively identify and resolve risks and issues.

• Support Supply Chain and Quality teams with batch release, shipment coordination and commercialisation activities.

• Utilise project management tools, dashboards and risk management practices to track performance and drive continuous improvement.

ABOUT YOU - ARE YOUR SKILLS A MATCH?

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Science or a related discipline, with 3-4+ years' experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, technical transfer or project management.

• Strong project management, communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience managing cross-functional teams, project timelines and competing priorities.

• Knowledge of GMP, pharmaceutical manufacturing, technical transfer or commercialisation processes, with proficiency in project management tools such as MS Project, Jira or SharePoint.

Note: Are you currently eligible to work in Ireland? As this is a contract opportunity you will need to hold a Stamp 1G/Stamp 4 visa to apply!