Capital & Projects Lead

GSK plc; Pakistan; On-site; PKR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading biopharma company in Pakistan is seeking an experienced engineer to lead the delivery of CAPEX projects and ensure compliance with safety and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's in Engineering and 3–5 years of experience in a manufacturing environment, demonstrating strong technical and leadership skills. This role offers a dynamic environment focused on continuous improvement and collaboration.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience in Project Management and Construction Safety requirements.
• Knowledge of relevant government and state legislation.

Responsibilities

• Lead, design, develop, create and maintain engineering CAPEX projects.
• Monitor progress and compile project status reports.
• Manage, train, develop and mentor staff.

Skills

Strong technical skills

Leadership abilities

Communication skills

Collaborative skills

Education

Bachelor’s in Engineering

Tools

MS Office

Project-management tools

CAD drawings

Job description

Job Purpose

• Lead the End‑to‑End Capital Portfolio. Responsible for organizing annual asset conditional assessments and drafting the Facility Investment Plan.
• Responsible for End‑to‑End delivery of the Site’s Capital Expenditure (CAPEX) budget in line with GSK Safety, Quality & Compliance standards.
• Directly lead end‑to‑end delivery of engineering projects ranging from Sustainable Energy to Operational & Utilities Engineering Upgrades and Construction projects.
• Accountable for maintaining good documentation practices for all projects in line with the Project Management Framework.

Education, Experience & Skills

• Bachelor’s in Engineering.
• 3–5 years experience, preferably in a manufacturing environment.
• Collaborate with Finance teams to track and ensure site CAC and CAPEX commitments.
• Build staff capability to meet engineering standards.
• Strong technical, leadership, teamwork, interpersonal, networking and communication skills.
• Influencing skills and conflict‑management ability, able to set medium‑ and long‑term direction for change programs and influence all levels in the plant.
• Knowledge of all relevant government and state legislation.
• Experience in Project Management, Construction Safety requirements, utilities, budgeting and analytics tools.
• Computer proficiency (MS Office, project‑management tools, CAD drawings).
• Collaborate with Architectural, Structural, Electrical, HVAC and Process consultants to ensure smooth execution of projects within approved budgets and designs.
• Ensure compliance with Construction Safety standards and Permit‑to‑Work procedures.

Key Responsibilities

Operational Planning & Execution

• Ordering local and imported machine spare parts to ensure timely availability for machine breakdowns.
• Lead, design, develop, create and maintain small‑ to large‑scale engineering CAPEX projects, delivering cost and material savings safely, timely, with quality and sustainability.
• Monitor progress, compile project status reports, plan site CAPEX budget and achieve target spend year‑on‑year through KPIs and analysis.
• Maintain department‑wise CAPEX project lists; ensure timely funding approvals to capitalize projects on agreed timelines with Finance.
• Coordinate with the Regional Capital Lead to develop, submit, track and upgrade the site CAPEX plan.
• Conduct techno‑commercial analysis and feasibility studies to produce blueprints that satisfy technical specifications, in liaison with consultants.
• Assess potential construction safety risks, materials and costs through standard risk‑management practices.
• Manage, train, develop and mentor staff; liaise with stakeholders (EHS, Finance, external consultants, engineering, project contractors) to streamline project execution and closure.
• Develop BOQs, manage budget and purchase material/equipment using the Total System Cost concept and forecast material requirements.

Strategic Planning

• Identify and prioritize replacements or upgrades of processes, equipment, and components that deliver high ROI through continuous improvement.
• Provide inputs in capacity planning and utilization forecasting.
• Plan the induction of new maintenance concepts.
• Comply with international standards, best industry practices, local laws, guidelines and regulations, including permits and safety.
• Deploy PMF and PSM Playbook.
• Apply new technology to simplify processes, achieve economical payback and improve effectiveness.

Compliance & Procedural Implementations

• Ensure adequate selection, training and development of staff to achieve maximum potential and meet business objectives.
• Ensure that the requirements of TP‑13 are fulfilled.
• Develop and implement systems, policies and procedures so engineering activities run safely, support production and comply with group and local regulatory requirements.
• Ensure engineering needs and procurement policies facilitate smooth flow of engineering operations and control.
• Ensure compliance with global GSK policies and procedures (QIP, GMP, ETCM, TPs, CCM, GES/ES, EHS, GQP and QMS policies).

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GSK is a global biopharma company focused on respiratory, immunology and inflammation, oncology, HIV and infectious diseases. We aim to positively impact the health of 2.5 billion people by the end of the decade, while creating an environment where our people can thrive.

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