Project Director - CapEx (Pharma Manufacturing)

About the role

Global Engineering, part of Roche, runs major CAPEX projects in Pharma Technical Operations (PT), the manufacturing arm of Roche's pharmaceutical division. The Project Director leads large, complex projects to successful completion in support of GMP manufacturing, building a high-performing matrixed team and modelling a lean delivery culture. The role reports to the regional Head of Project Delivery US and is self-directed.

Key responsibilities

• Lead a multi-year effort to deliver a major pharma manufacturing project worth more than $750M, with several Project Managers reporting to you.
• Manage project phases from initiation through conceptual design, basic design, detailed design, construction and commissioning, ensuring the investment meets functional, strategic, compliance and financial goals.
• Deliver against approved user requirements, scope, cost and schedule, while meeting quality expectations and right-first-time.
• Build strong relationships with customers and stakeholders and partner to execute the project in line with business objectives.
• Act as a primary consultant to senior management, with decisions affecting the organisation's goals.
• After the project, travel to support other projects across the USA and potentially globally; the project may be located at any US site.

Required profile

• B.S. in engineering or a construction-related field, with at least 15 years managing projects in biotech/pharma, including 5 years on large, complex projects (over $200M).
• Technical or operational experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing; MS, PhD, MBA or PE preferred.
• Significant travel (more than 50%) and possible temporary relocation for the project duration.
• Proficiency in English, written and spoken; other languages a plus.

Required skills

• Advanced project management tools and methodologies, risk-based commissioning and qualification, and lean delivery of capital projects.
• Understanding of biopharmaceutical processes, cGMP requirements, the Roche Engineering Manual, and industry standards and regulations (including GxP).
• Leadership, negotiation and communication skills, and ability to work in diverse cultural environments.

What we offer

• Expected salary range of $155,400 to $288,600 depending on experience, qualifications and location.
• A discretionary annual bonus based on individual and company performance.
• The position qualifies for the benefits described in the original listing.