Projects - strategic capital projects

Piramal Pharma Limited; Mumbai; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Piramal Pharma Solutions is seeking an experienced professional for the Projects function to lead the planning, design, engineering, execution, qualification, and commissioning of medium to large-scale pharmaceutical formulation manufacturing projects across India and the UK.

The role requires SME in HVAC systems and OSD process equipment, strong leadership, stakeholder management, and delivery of projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with cGMP and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Mechanical or related field.
• 12+ years in the Pharma industry with leadership experience.
• Strong knowledge of HVAC and OSD manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, design, engineering, execution, qualification and commissioning of capital projects across India and the UK.
• Provide subject matter expertise in HVAC systems and pharmaceutical formulation equipment.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and project budgets and timelines.

Skills

Project Leadership

Stakeholder Management

Regulatory Compliance

Quality Assurance

cGMP

HVAC Systems

OSD Equipment

Strategic Thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering (Mechanical or related field)

Job description

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Piramal Pharma Solutions is a contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO), offering end-to-end development and manufacturing solutions across the drug life cycle. We serve our clients through a globally integrated network of facilities in North America, Europe and Asia. This enables us to offer a comprehensive range of services including Drug Discovery Solutions, Process & Pharmaceutical Development services, Clinical Trial Supplies, Commercial supply of APIs and Finished dosage forms. We also offer specialized services like development and manufacture of Highly Potent APIs and Antibody Drug Conjugation. Our capability as an integrated service provider & experience with various technologies enables us to serve Innovator and Generic companies worldwide. For more details, please visit : www.piramalpharmasolutions.com

Job Title Projects - strategic capital projects

Job Description

Piramal Pharma Solutions is seeking an experienced and results-driven a professional for Projects function to lead the planning, design, engineering, execution, qualification, and commissioning of medium to large-scale pharmaceutical formulation manufacturing projects across India and the UK. The role will serve as the Project Lead for strategic capital projects. The incumbent will provide subject matter expertise in HVAC systems and pharmaceutical formulation OSD process equipment while ensuring adherence to global regulatory requirements, cGMP standards, and engineering best practices. This position demands strong technical leadership, stakeholder management, and a proven ability to deliver complex projects safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with quality standards.

KEY STAKEHOLDERS: INTERNAL

• Site Leadership Teams
• Manufacturing Operations
• Quality Assurance & Validation
• Engineering & Maintenance
• Procurement & Supply Chain
• Automation and Digitalization Teams
• Corporate Functions and Global Leadership Teams

KEY STAKEHOLDERS: EXTERNAL

• Engineering & Design Consultants, Equipment Manufacturers and Vendors & Contractors

REPORTING STRUCTURE: Role directly reports to Sr. VP– Global Engineering &Project

ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATION

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, Mechanical or a related field.

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE

• 12+ years of experience in the Pharma industry. Minimum 5 years in a leadership role.

KEY COMPETENCIES

• Technical Competencies
• Pharmaceutical Facility Design & Engineering
• HVAC Systems for Controlled Environments
• OSD Manufacturing Equipment
• Project Management & Capital Project Execution
• Qualification & Validation
• Regulatory Compliance & Inspection Readiness
• Leadership Competencies
• Strategic Thinking and Execution
• Stakeholder Management and Influencing Skills
• Strong Communication and Presentation Skills
• Problem Solving and Decision Making
• Team Development and Coaching
• Regulatory Expertise
• Strong understanding of: cGMP, US FDA Regulations, EU GMP Annex 1, WHO GMP, ISO 14644, ASHRAE Standards, ISPE Baseline Guides Good Engineering Practices (GEP) ,Applicable Indian Standards (IS)

Success Measures

• Successful delivery of capital projects against approved scope, budget, and timelines.
• Regulatory compliance and audit readiness.
• Equipment and facility performance outcomes.
• Stakeholder satisfaction and effective collaboration.
• Implementation of innovation, sustainability, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Development and engagement of engineering teams

Piramal Pharma Limited, offers a portfolio of differentiated products and services through its 17 global development and manufacturing facilities and a global distribution network in over 100 countries. PPL includes Piramal Pharma Solutions (PPS), an integrated Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization; Piramal Critical Care (PCC), a Complex Hospital Generics business; and the India Consumer Healthcare business, selling over-the- counter products. In addition, one of PPL’s associate companies, AbbVie Therapeutics India Private Limited is a JV with AbbVie Inc. and has emerged as one of the market leaders in the ophthalmology therapy area. Further, PPL has a minority investment in Yapan Bio Private Limited. In October 2020, PPL received a 20% strategic growth investment from the Carlyle Group. PPL provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment. It prohibits discrimination and harassment based on race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin or ethnicity, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or expression, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Our employment decisions are based on merit considering qualifications, skills, performance, and achievements. Equal employment opportunity applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruitment, selection, training, social programs, placement, promotion, demotion, compensation and benefits, transfers, terminations, and working conditions.