Manager Engineering Site Project Lead

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; India; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

TAPI seeks a senior Project Manager for Pharma API facilities to lead capital projects, ensuring on-time delivery and strict budget control while meeting customer and regulatory requirements. You will drive planning, CER approvals, safety and EHS compliance, and collaboration with procurement to optimize capex, mentoring the project team and closing gaps in capabilities.

With 12+ years of API experience, you will influence long-range manufacturing initiatives, manage risk assessments, and report

Qualifications

• Minimum 12 years of experience in Pharma API projects.
• Strong knowledge of project management procedures and GMP requirements.
• Experience leading capital projects with regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Manage assigned capital projects to ensure on-time delivery and within budget.
• Provide leadership for planning, development, and tracking the annual capital spending plan.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA regulations, and Global Engineering standards across design.
• Drive long-range planning for products and manufacturing initiatives.
• Collaborate with procurement on capital equipment orders and bid analysis.
• Manage CERs, approvals, and monthly/annual capital reporting.

Skills

Project procedures

GMP understanding

Job description

At TAPI, we’re not just a company—we’re a community committed to advancing health from the core. As the world’s leading supplier of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), we partner with 80% of the top 50 global pharmaceutical companies. With a legacy spanning over 80 years and a portfolio of more than 350 products, as well as custom CDMO services, we’re shaping the future of health worldwide.
Our strength lies in our people—a team of over 4,200 professionals across 13 state-of-the-art facilities in Italy, Hungary, the Czech Republic, Croatia, Israel, Mexico, and India. Together, we innovate, solve problems, and deliver excellence. Join us and be part of a mission that transforms lives.

Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Manage assigned capital projects to ensure on-time and on-budget delivery while meeting customer and business requirements.
• Provide leadership for planning, development, and tracking of the annual capital spending plan for the assigned site.
• Integrate cost reduction initiatives and best project management practices into all capital projects.
• Ensure compliance with Global Engineering standards, policies, procedures, and FDA regulations for facility, process, and equipment design.
• Provide engineering input into long-range planning for key products, processes, and manufacturing initiatives.
• Identify skill gaps within the project management team and develop recruitment or training plans to address them.
• Collaborate with procurement on capital equipment orders, including techno-commercial bid analysis and recommendations.
• Manage Capex cash flow, monitor spending and forecasts, and prepare monthly reporting, annual operating plans, and long-range capital project plans.
• Finalize Capital Expenditure Requests (CER) and obtain Global approvals for project execution.
• Implement and enforce all safety guidelines and EHS compliance requirements across the department and contractor operations, including HR compliance.
• Ensure local and global EHS KPIs are met and conduct Safety GEMBA walks.
• Maintain Emergency Response Team (ERT) and first aid readiness, participate in risk assessments, and implement recommendations.

Qualifications

Experience Required: Minimum 12 Years in Pharma API

Key Skills: Good understanding of Project procedures, Understanding of GMP.

Additional Information

Make Your Mark with TAPI

Our Commitment

At TAPI, we believe great talent comes from many backgrounds and experiences. As an equal opportunity employer, we are committed to building a diverse, inclusive, and supportive workplace where everyone can belong, contribute, and grow. We encourage applications from all individuals who share our curiosity, ambition, and values.

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