Pharma Project Manager (Contract) – Onsite, LA, GMP

The Fountain Group; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 59,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Fountain Group in Los Angeles, CA is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead pharmaceutical projects onsite. You will manage lifecycles, schedules, risks, and ensure cGMP and FDA compliance while coordinating cross-functional teams across QA, Facilities, and Validation.

Ideal candidates hold a science-related Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in GMP environments, with PMP training preferred. This role is a 5-month, 100% onsite contract.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or closely related discipline is required.
• Minimum 5 years in pharmaceutical industry with at least 3 years in GMP project management within manufacturing/operations.
• PMP certification or formal PMP training preferred.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, equipment qualification, validation, and GMP operations.
• Knowledge of manufacturing systems and equipment (as listed).

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage projects through initiation, planning, implementation and closure.
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules with milestones and resources.
• Develop and maintain risk registers and risk assessments for projects.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies for successful delivery.
• Ensure adherence to cGMP, FDA regulations and internal procedures.
• Coordinate activities across Manufacturing, QA, Facilities, Maintenance, Validation, QC, Quality Operations and Materials Mgmt.
• Assemble and lead cross-functional teams; facilitate meetings and ensure alignment on objectives.
• Support Associate Director of PM with departmental initiatives.
• Contribute to PMO governance, processes, procedures, and templates.

Skills

Project management

GMP knowledge

Regulatory awareness

Cross-functional leadership

Vendor coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Biology, Chemistry, Biochemistry or related

Tools

Ultrafiltration systems

CIP systems

Chromatography systems

Reactor tanks

Centrifuges

Filter presses

Job description

The Fountain Group in Los Angeles, CA is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead pharmaceutical projects onsite. You will manage lifecycles, schedules, risks, and ensure cGMP and FDA compliance while coordinating cross-functional teams across QA, Facilities, and Validation.

Ideal candidates hold a science-related Bachelor's degree and 5+ years in GMP environments, with PMP training preferred. This role is a 5-month, 100% onsite contract.