Manager, Facilities & Engineering - IFM Scope

Lonza; Pearland (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Agile career and dynamic culture

Inclusive and ethical workplace

Medical, dental and vision insurance

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Lonza Houston is seeking a Manager, Facilities and Engineering, responsible for leading the reliable operation, maintenance, compliance, and strategic planning of site facilities in support of business, operational, and regulatory requirements. This onsite role is based in Pearland, TX, and oversees daily facilities operations and contractor management.

The position emphasizes safety, quality, and efficiency, with leadership across budgeting, space planning, and site expansion planning to keep

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Biotechnology, or a related field is required.
• Master’s degree is a plus.
• Pharma/Biotech facility experience is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building codes is essential.
• Strong financial acumen and vendor-partnering ability is important.
• Ability to proactively identify issues and propose solutions.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and accountability for reliable operation and maintenance of Houston site facilities.
• Ensure facilities systems and building operations support site needs, business continuity, and operational readiness.
• Direct and lead daily Facilities operations across the site.
• Manage departmental budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for facilities-related activities.
• Lead contractor vetting, selection, and supervision for site support services.
• Oversee contractor performance in plant security, GMP Cleaning, Non-GMP Cleaning, Cafeteria services, Pest control, and Building maintenance technician services.
• Ensure contractors meet safety, quality, compliance, and service expectations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or Biotechnology

Job description

United States, Houston (Texas)

Manager, Facilities and Engineering – IFM Scope

The actual location for this position is onsite in Pearland, TX.

Lonza Houston is seeking a Manager, Facilities and Engineering, responsible for leading the reliable operation, maintenance, compliance, and strategic planning of site facilities in support of business, operational, and regulatory requirements. This role provides leadership for daily facilities operations, contractor oversight, budgeting, staffing, space planning, and facility expansion planning to ensure the Houston site remains safe, compliant, efficient, and fit for purpose.

What you will get:

• An agile career and dynamic working culture.
• An inclusive and ethical workplace.
• Compensation programs that recognize high performance.
• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Paid Time Off
• And much more

What you will do:

Site Facilities Operation and Maintenance

• Provide leadership and accountability for the reliable operation and maintenance of Houston site facilities.
• Ensure facilities systems, infrastructure, and building operations are maintained to support site needs, business continuity, and operational readiness.

Facilities Leadership and Daily Operations

• Direct and lead daily Facilities operations across the site.
• Manage departmental budgeting, forecasting, and cost control for facilities-related activities.

Contractor and Site Services Management

• Lead contractor vetting, selection, and supervision for site support services.
• Oversee contractor performance in the areas of:
  • Plant security
  • GMP Cleaning services
  • Non-GMP Cleaning services
  • Cafeteria services
  • Pest control programs
  • Building maintenance technician services
• Ensure contractors meet site expectations for safety, quality, compliance, and service performance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What we are looking for:

• Bachelor’s degree required, preferably in Engineering, Biotechnology, or similar field. Master’s degree is a plus.
• Highly experienced in Facilities Engineering; Pharma or Biotech industry preferred.
• Strong knowledge of building codes
• Strong financial acumen, ability to effectively partner with vendor.
• Ability to proactively identify issues and offer solutions

About Lonza

At Lonza, our people are our greatest strength. With 30+ sites across five continents, our globally connected teams work together every day to manufacture the medicines of tomorrow. Our core values of Collaboration, Accountability, Excellence, Passion and Integrity reflect who we are and how we work together. Everyone’s ideas, big or small, have the potential to improve millions of lives, and that’s the kind of work we want you to be part of.

Innovation thrives when people from all backgrounds bring their unique perspectives to the table. At Lonza, we offer equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. If you’re ready to help turn our customers’ breakthrough ideas into viable therapies, we look forward to welcoming you on board.

Reference: R75938

You will feel at home at Lonza if you:

• Take ownership, step forward, and enjoy meaningful responsibility
• Love solving problems and thrive in a complex, fast-moving environment
• Are curious, always looking to learn and improve
• Work collaboratively, contributing to something bigger than yourself
• Are motivated to make a difference through work that impacts customers and their patients

Why Lonza:

We are a place of unique opportunity, where your ideas, expertise and ambition can make a real difference. Here, will have the freedom to grow, the support to succeed and the chance to contribute to work that matters.

We are the makers of the medicines of tomorrow.