Project Manager, Engineering - Capital Projects

Novartis; Morrisville (NC); On-site; USD 109,000 - 202,000; Full time

Job summary

Novartis in Morrisville, NC seeks a Project Manager, Engineering - Capital Projects to lead CAPEX initiatives from concept to commissioning, coordinating design, procurement, construction and startup with cross-functional teams.

You will ensure GMP compliance, quality, safety, and timely delivery while guiding external contractors and partners. A strong engineering background, project controls, budgeting, and stakeholder communication are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering is required.
• 7 years engineering experience, including 2 years supporting CAPEX in pharma/chemical industries.
• Experience with project controls, budgeting, scheduling, and contract management.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, GxP, QA in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Proven leadership managing contractors, vendors and external resources.
• Working knowledge of HSE requirements and safe project execution.
• Broad interdisciplinary engineering knowledge with problem-solving abilities.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management to lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead CAPEX projects from concept through commissioning within scope, budget, and schedule.
• Manage cross-functional teams to support manufacturing and operational objectives.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource strategies for successful outcomes.
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction, and startup activities across project phases.
• Ensure GMP, FDA, safety and quality requirements throughout project execution.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize impact.
• Manage external contractors, vendors, and engineering partners.
• Drive continuous improvement to enhance facility performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership and engineering expertise for complex manufacturing projects.
• Deliver clear project updates and recommendations to stakeholders and leadership.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

GxP knowledge

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Job description

Summary

Imagine leading high-impact capital projects that directly shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing. As a Project Manager, Engineering - Capital Projects, you will drive the execution of complex CAPEX initiatives from concept through commissioning, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions that support operational excellence, GMP compliance, and business growth. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact, influence strategic investments, and help bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide while working alongside talented engineering and manufacturing professionals.

Summary

Imagine leading high-impact capital projects that directly shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing. As a Project Manager, Engineering - Capital Projects, you will drive the execution of complex CAPEX initiatives from concept through commissioning, partnering with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative engineering solutions that support operational excellence, GMP compliance, and business growth. This is an opportunity to make a visible impact, influence strategic investments, and help bring life-changing medicines to patients worldwide while working alongside talented engineering and manufacturing professionals.

About The Role

Location

• This position will be located in Morrisville, NC and will be an onsite role.
• Novartis is unable to offer relocation support for this role: please only apply if this location is accessible for you.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead CAPEX projects from concept through commissioning, ensuring delivery on scope, budget, and schedule.
• Manage cross-functional teams to execute engineering projects supporting manufacturing and operational objectives.
• Develop project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource strategies to achieve successful outcomes.
• Coordinate design, procurement, construction, and startup activities across multiple project phases.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, FDA, safety, and quality requirements throughout project execution.
• Identify project risks and implement mitigation strategies to minimize operational impact.
• Manage external contractors, vendors, and engineering partners to deliver high-quality results.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance facility performance, reliability, and efficiency.
• Provide technical leadership and engineering expertise for complex manufacturing infrastructure projects.
• Deliver clear project updates and recommendations to stakeholders, leadership teams, and business partners.

Essential Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline.
• 7 years of engineering experience, including 2 years supporting CAPEX projects within the pharmaceutical or chemical industry.
• Proven project management experience, including project controls, budgeting, scheduling, and contract management.
• Strong knowledge of GMP, GxP, Quality Assurance, and regulated manufacturing environments.
• Demonstrated leadership experience managing contractors, vendors, and external project resources.
• Working knowledge of HSE requirements and commitment to maintaining safe project execution.
• Broad interdisciplinary engineering knowledge with the ability to solve complex technical challenges.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to lead cross-functional project teams.

Novartis Compensation And Benefit Summary

The salary for this position is expected to range between $108,500 and $201,500 annually

The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically. Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.

Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.

US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits. In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.

Why Novartis:

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