Our client is a leader in the research and development of innovative pharmaceuticals. Their subsidiary in Bern focuses on innovative vaccines for the prevention of infectious diseases. On their behalf, we are looking for an
Engineering Project Manager – Vaccine Production
In this role, you will be leading and executing engineering work packages for several projects at the vaccine manufacturing site in Berne within budget, in time and agreed requirements.
Your main tasks:
Provide or coordinate project management services for engineering and facility projects
Deliver project End-to-End, i.e. from shaping the idea, through capital appropriation, various design stages and subsequent execution as well as commissioning or qualification and final handover to the user
Uses technical knowledge of equipment and facilities maintenance systems as well as calibration standards, tooling processes and documentation control systems in a regulated manufacturing environment
Establish a high performing team to deliver defined scope
Prepare routine status and progress reports
Lead the specification of functional and technical requirements and support Procurement in negotiations with contractors and vendors
Establish effective project planning and cost control (incl. hours)
Lead lesson learned workshops and fosters organizational learning
Current high priority projects:
Replacement of the material air look
Revamp/modernization of an old AP system
Extension/adaption of the existing cooling loop for a 2nd lyophilization line
Installation of a new waste water inactivation system in including adaption of the technical area
Retrofit deco autoclave, Retrofit escape door seals
Additional installation for the HVAC for dehumidification
Extension / expansion of a laboratory including installation of gas media
Final activities on separation of media in the building
Get quotes for 2 new canteen equipment
Your background:
Master degree or advanced diploma in pharmaceutical or related engineering studies (e.g. mechanical, chemical engineer)
Several years of experience in the biotechnology, pharma, food or nuclear industry, with proven experience in the engineering field
Knowledge of cGMP regulations pertaining to operation and maintenance of machinery and facilities is a must
Project Management Certification preferred, knowledge of FPX methodology is a plus
Fluency in English and fluency in German is a must
Assignment start: asap
Assignment duration: planned until the end of 2019
Workload: 100% (40h/week)
Workplace: Bern
If you have the required experience and if you would like to apply for this interesting position, please send your complete application documents (CV, testimonials, diplomas) to janine.cabrera(at)kellyservices.ch or apply online.
