Novartis
Senior Project Manager
Durham · Senior · Contract
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About the role
- This position will be located in Durham, NC and will be an onsite role.
Responsibilities
- Lead large-scale GMP capital projects supporting sterile manufacturing, packaging, and facility expansion initiatives.
- Direct projects from business case development through design, procurement, construction, CQV, turnover, and closeout.
- Partner across Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Automation, Procurement, EHS, and external contractor organizations.
- Develop and manage project scope, budget, schedule, governance, KPIs, and execution strategies.
- Drive proactive risk management, mitigation planning, and resolution of complex project challenges.
- Oversee A/E firms, construction partners, OEMs, vendors, and contractors to ensure successful project delivery.
- We strive to create an inclusive workplace that cultivates bold innovation through collaboration and empowers our people to unleash their full potential.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, or a related technical discipline.
- 9+ years leading large-scale capital projects within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or other GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
- Proven success managing multiple capital projects valued at approximately $400M+ from initiation through completion.
- Strong knowledge of GMP, cGMP, FDA, validation, and regulatory requirements within regulated manufacturing facilities.
- Experience leading capital programs involving facilities, utilities, process equipment, automation, and cleanroom environments.
Compensation
- The salary for this position is expected to range between $108,500 and $201,500 Annually.
- The final salary offered is determined based on factors like, but not limited to, relevant skills and experience, and upon joining Novartis will be reviewed periodically.
- Novartis may change the published salary range based on company and market factors.
- Your compensation will include a performance-based cash incentive and, depending on the level of the role, eligibility to be considered for annual equity awards.
- $108,500.00 - $201,500.00
Benefits
- US-based eligible employees will receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes health, life and disability benefits, a 401(k) with company contribution and match, and a variety of other benefits.
- In addition, employees are eligible for a generous time off package including vacation, personal days, holidays and other leaves.
Equal opportunity
- The Novartis Group of Companies are Equal Opportunity Employers.
- The Novartis Group of Companies are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.
- EEO Statement:
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