Pharma Capital Projects Manager – GMP/Aseptic

The Fountain Group; Waco (TX); Hybrid; USD 74,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fountain Group is seeking a Project Manager for a Waco, TX based role, focusing on capital projects within a GMP manufacturing environment. Hybrid schedule requires on-site presence five days during critical milestones.

The position calls for leadership in equipment and facility projects with extensive coordination across engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory interfaces. Requires 5+ years in pharma/regulatory sectors and 10+ years in construction management.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or diploma in a Science, Engineering, Production or Construction Management discipline.
• Minimum 5 years' experience in pharmaceutical or regulated industry and 10+ years in construction management.
• Technical understanding of design drawings including HVAC, Clean Utilities, electrical and process equipment.
• Experience on projects valued over $10 Million.
• Knowledge of GMP pharmaceutical manufacturing technology and regulatory requirements; familiarity with aseptic manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead capital investment projects at the Client Waco site; define funding, preliminary engineering, detailed design, procurement support, and schedule management.
• Direct and lead stakeholders and SMEs through design reviews for facility and manufacturing equipment.
• Deliver capital plan latest best estimates (LBE) per finance and project accounting.
• Provide periodic project status reports and gate reviews to stakeholders; track progress against schedules.
• Coordinate and lead shut down related activities with all stakeholders.
• Lead final walkdowns of punch lists and engineering turnover packages.

Skills

Pharma industry experience

Project management

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree or diploma in Science/Engineering/Production/Construction Management

Job description

The Fountain Group is seeking a Project Manager for a Waco, TX based role, focusing on capital projects within a GMP manufacturing environment. Hybrid schedule requires on-site presence five days during critical milestones.

The position calls for leadership in equipment and facility projects with extensive coordination across engineering, manufacturing, and regulatory interfaces. Requires 5+ years in pharma/regulatory sectors and 10+ years in construction management.