Senior IT Infrastructure Project Manager – Smart Manufacturing Facility (GxP)

Fusion Consulting AG; Bend (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking a Senior IT Infrastructure Project Manager in Portland, Oregon, to oversee the delivery of IT/OT systems for a cutting-edge manufacturing facility. Candidates must have over 10 years of experience in project management for large-scale projects and strong knowledge of GxP regulations. This role involves leading teams, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring compliance with industry standards while implementing innovative technology solutions.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT Infrastructure Project Management experience, ideally with delivery of large-scale projects.
• Strong knowledge of GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, and validation in regulated manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience with site network deployment, data centers, and firewalls.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of IT/OT infrastructure components.
• Manage delivery of network and data center infrastructure.
• Define and manage IT/OT integration strategy across teams.

Skills

IT Infrastructure Project Management

GxP compliance

Cross-functional team leadership

Stakeholder management

Vendor oversight

Project timeline management

English fluency

Education

Degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

SAP ERP

MES

SCADA

Cybersecurity standards

Job description

Senior IT Infrastructure Project Manager – Smart Manufacturing Facility (GxP)

We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Infrastructure Project Manager to lead the delivery of the IT/OT workstreams for the construction and commissioning of a state-of-the‑art commercial manufacturing facility. This next-generation plant will be built around principles of digital automation, smart factory systems, and data‑driven manufacturing operations. The role is critical to ensuring that the IT infrastructure, OT systems, and regulated digital capabilities are delivered in line with GxP, cybersecurity, and business performance requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of IT/OT infrastructure components for a new multipurpose pharmaceutical production facility


• Manage delivery of:
  
  
  
  • Network and connectivity infrastructure for the new building
  
  
  • On‑site data center to host manufacturing systems and act as a secondary local data center
  
  
  • SAP ERP extensions (e.g., inventory management for new plant)
  
  
  • Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and electronic Batch Record (eBR) deliverables
  
  
  • Smart factory systems, including automation controls and centralized monitoring dashboards
  
  
  
  


• Define and manage IT/OT integration strategy, ensuring alignment across engineering, automation, and IT teams


• Ensure GxP‑compliant delivery, including documentation, validation, and audit readiness


• Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, construction partners, and business stakeholders


• Develop and maintain project plans, RAID logs, and executive status reporting


• Implement cybersecurity controls to protect OT and digital infrastructure


• Support future scalability through flexible architecture and technology enablement


• Drive decision‑making, manage risks, and ensure milestones are met within budget and scope

Qualifications

• 10+ years of IT Infrastructure Project Management experience, ideally with delivery of large‑scale greenfield or brownfield production site projects


• Strong knowledge of GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, and validation in regulated manufacturing environments


• Hands‑on experience with:
  
  
  
  • Site network deployment, data centers, Wi‑Fi, switching, firewalls
  
  
  • SAP ERP extensions (e.g., plant setup, inventory management)
  
  
  • MES, eBR, SCADA or other manufacturing systems
  
  
  • OT/IT cybersecurity standards
  
  
  
  


• Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams across IT, engineering, QA, automation, and construction


• Strong stakeholder management, vendor oversight, and communication skills


• Experience in managing complex timelines, dependencies, and critical go‑live dates


• Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus


• PMP, Prince2, or similar certification preferred


• Degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent

Nice to Have:

• Experience with smart factory, Industry 4.0, or IoT/edge computing in manufacturing


• Background in pharma, biotech, or validated process industries


• Familiarity with predictive maintenance platforms, automated quality systems, or data analytics for manufacturing