Senior Manager - Projects

Shalina Healthcare; Navi Mumbai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

A major pharmaceutical company based in Navi Mumbai is seeking a Senior Manager – Projects to oversee planning and executing capital projects. The ideal candidate will have over 12 years of experience in pharmaceutical project management, particularly in greenfield projects. Responsibilities include managing timelines, costs, and compliance with GMP standards. The role involves collaboration with cross-functional teams and requires travel up to 25%. This position presents an opportunity to impact our manufacturing operations significantly.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of experience in industrial or pharmaceutical project management.
• Proven track record of delivering greenfield manufacturing facilities.
• Strong exposure to GMP environments and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of greenfield and brownfield projects.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Monitor project costs and drive cost control and efficiency.

Skills

Project governance and execution mindset

Complexity management across geographies

Commercial acumen in contractor negotiations

Ability to engage Board-level stakeholders

Education

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical, electrical, civil, or chemical engineering

Job description

Shalina Healthcare is one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in sub-Saharan Africa. For the last 40 years we have made it our mission to provide quality medicines to those who need it the most. We manufacture and distribute branded prescription and over-the-counter pharmaceutical and consumer products, across a broad range of therapeutic groups, including anti-malarial, antibiotics, anti-inflammatory and nutrition. We have a track record few can match, and our brands are among the most trusted in Africa.

We are proud of our history and have big ambitions for the future. Our vision for 2030 is to be the health champion of Sub-Saharan Africa. To achieve this, we are looking for the right people to join us and create a lasting impact not just within our company but on the communities we serve.

Everyone in our company has a crucial role to play, and we are looking for people who identify with our Core Values and are as passionate about our Mission as we are.

The Global Supply Organization is a multi-continental Function that comprises of the entire Value Chain from product conceptualization to delivery to the commercial front. Within the Global Supply Organization are included, Research & Development, Project Management, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain Management and Logistics.

Role

Base location: Turbhe Navi Mumbai (with frequent travel to Africa & Pune)

Reporting To: Manufacturing Head

Role Scope: Multi-country | Greenfield & Brownfield Projects

Role Purpose

The Senior Manager – Projects is responsible for planning, executing, and delivering capital projects across Shalina’s manufacturing and supply network.

The role will drive end-to-end project execution, including engineering coordination, contractor management, and commissioning support, while ensuring timelines, cost, quality, and compliance objectives are met.

The incumbent will work closely with cross-functional teams and support the central project governance framework, while ensuring effective execution at site.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of greenfield and brownfield projects, including plant expansions, utilities, and infrastructure.
• Develop project plans, schedules, and resource requirements.
• Track progress against milestones and ensure on-time delivery.
• Support commissioning, qualification readiness, and handover to operations.
• Concept layouts and detailed engineering designs
• Civil, MEP, utilities, and process engineering deliverables

Ensure alignment with manufacturing, GMP, quality, and EHS requirements.

Work with consultants and engineering teams to resolve design and execution challenges.

3. Costing and Commercial Support

Support CAPEX estimation, budgeting, and cost tracking.

• Vendor and contractor identification
• Tendering and bid evaluations
• Commercial discussions and negotiations

Monitor project costs and drive cost control and efficiency.

4. Contractor and Vendor Management

• Manage execution through contractors, vendors, and consultants.
• Monitor contractor performance against scope, timelines, and quality standards.
• Ensure timely availability of materials, equipment, and services.

5. Project Monitoring & Reporting

• Track and report project progress, risks, and issues to leadership.
• Maintain project documentation, dashboards, and status reports.
• Identify risks proactively and support mitigation planning.

6. Compliance Safety and Quality

• Ensure adherence to GMP, safety, regulatory, and internal quality standards.
• Support audit readiness, documentation, and validation requirements.
• Promote a strong safety and compliance culture at project sites.

7. Stakeholder Coordination

Collaborate with:

• Manufacturing & Operations
• Quality & EHS
• Procurement & Finance
• Ensure alignment between site teams and central project function.

Key Interfaces

• Manufacturing & Quality Assurance
• Engineering, EHS & Utilities
• Finance & Procurement
• Supply Chain & Operations
• External Consultants, EPC Contractors, and Equipment Vendors

Qualifications, Experience & Skills

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical electrical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering.

Experience

• 12– years of experience in industrial or pharmaceutical project management.
• Proven track record of delivering greenfield manufacturing facilities and large-scale expansions.
• Strong exposure to GMP environments, utilities, process equipment, and regulatory compliance.
• Experience managing projects in Africa or other emerging markets is strongly preferred.

Skills & Attributes

• Strong project governance and execution mindset.
• Ability to manage complexity across geographies, cultures, and regulatory environments.
• Commercial acumen in contractor negotiations and CAPEX control.
• Executive presence with the ability to engage Board-level and CXO stakeholders.

Success Measures / KPIs

• On-time and on-budget delivery of approved projects
• CAPEX adherence and cost optimization
• Readiness for validation and commercial operations
• Safety, quality, and compliance outcomes
• Effectiveness of site Project Managers and delivery governance

This position is based at the Global Supply Organization office in Navi Mumbai. The role will require travel domestically/ internationally up to 25% of the time.