We are looking for an Automation Project Manager , to work with our client in the Pharmaceutical Industry, based near Indianapolis, Indiana.

This role is a W2 Contracted position that is operated on an on-site basis, with the option to extend.

Overview

The Automation Project Manager will be accountable for the delivery of the automation solution for a project. The project manager will work in close conjunction with the Project Technical Lead and Area Leads to deliver the solution.

Responsibilities & Activities:

• Provide leadership and be accountable for meeting approved scope, schedule, and cost plans
• Ensure project is delivered in a manner compliant with the overall automation program expectations.
• Plan, monitor and control project activities for the area
• Communicate with capital project delivery organisation for the area and report progress against plan.
• Communicate automation staffing requests needed to meet project timelines to the Overall Program Automation Leader & Program Automation Manager
• Lead and Manage Automation resources for successful project execution
• Interface with other disciplines and stakeholders to ensure the project meets business needs
• Collaborate with MES, BMS and Data Historian project managers who will take responsibility for the delivery of the MES, BMS and Data Historian in that project.
• Lead preparation of requests for proposal and bid analysis for the area
• Lead initiation of system integration work for the area
• Provide necessary progress data to the PMO to allow preparation of monthly reports to stakeholders
• Document and share lessons learned with PMO
• Support preparation of cost estimates for project gate reviews
• Support schedule development, integration, and analysis for the area
• Record issues into centralized issue tracking system
• Coordinate execution of project automation integrated change control for the area
• Participate in Identifying and analyzing risks and planning responses

Requirements:

• BS Engineering (or equivalent experience)
• 10+ years working Automation experience in the Pharmaceutical Industry (preferable in API/bulk manufacturing)
• Previous experience in the delivery of large Automation Projects in the Pharmaceutical Industry.
• Preferable, 5 years+ experience in DeltaV controlled / batch-based capital projects
• Proficiency in commonly used project management tools (scheduling P6/MS Project), metrics, risk management)
• Formal Project Management credentials desirable
• Exceptional teamwork abilities
• Preferable, solid knowledge of GMP’s, regulatory requirements, computer system validation
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for both technical and non-technical audiences

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in further detail then please feel free to submit an application via the job description, alternatively, email me on with any questions.