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Project Manager - Automation - Pharma - North Carolina - 12-Month Contract 

Our client, a global pharmaceutical manufacturing organization are looking for a talented Project Manager to join their expanding team. With continued organizational growth and considerable investment across their portfolio and capital programs this is an extremely exciting opportunity to contribute towards their brand-new manufacturing facility on the East Coast of the United States.


Key Responsibilities:
  • Assess the current state of automation systems, identify gaps in commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV), and develop a roadmap for full system integration.
  •  Oversee the design, implementation, and startup of critical automation systems, including Process Automation Systems (PAS), Building Management Systems (BMS), Environmental Monitoring Systems (EMS), and Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES).
  •  Lead automation projects through design, commissioning, validation, and site startup, ensuring all activities align with GMP regulations and industry standards.
  •  Work closely with Engineering, CQV, IT, and Manufacturing teams to align automation strategies, drive data integrity compliance, and ensure operational success.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for automation vendors, contractors, and site teams, providing leadership in troubleshooting and issue resolution.
  • Develop and optimize automation processes, standard operating procedures (SOPs), and validation documentation to improve efficiency and site readiness.

Required Skills & Experience:
  • Proven experience in automation project management within biotech/pharmaceutical manufacturing, with expertise in control system integration, data integrity, and system validation.
  • Technical expertise in automation platforms, including DeltaV, Rockwell, Siemens, OSI Pi, Wonderware, and SCADA/HMI systems.
  • Strong understanding of commissioning, validation (IQ/OQ/PQ), and regulatory compliance in automation and computerized systems.
  • Ability to "speak the language" of automation, CQV, and manufacturing—understanding control logic, batch processes, alarms, and troubleshooting methodologies.
  • Hands-on experience with PLC programming, process automation networks, and cybersecurity compliance in GMP environments.
  • Excellent time management, problem-solving, and communication skills, with the ability to adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
  • Experience managing KPIs, reporting structures, governance meetings, and infrastructure planning.
  • Ability to build relationships and effectively collaborate in a global team environment.

If this role is of interest to you, please apply now! 

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