Project Director - Capital Projects

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This role is based in Pharma Technical Operations Technology (PTT), an organization that is responsible for ensuring Pharma Technical Operations (PT) stays at the forefront of technology in our current and future facilities. PTT, composed of global MSAT and Engineering, realizes new assets for the PT manufacturing network of drug substance, drug product, and device industrialization facilities. You will have the opportunity to build manufacturing facilities that deliver life saving medicines to patients.

The Opportunity

As a Capital Project Director, within the capital delivery group, you will be responsible for leading large and / or complex facility / equipment improvement projects within our US manufacturing network as well as potentially at our international sites.

Build and lead the project team, motivating them through your strong communication and leadership skills with clear decision-making to maintain project flow.

Model collaboration through strong partnership with User Team Lead and other key customers and stakeholders

Champion both design and construction safety as a key priority, engaging the Safety, Health, and Environment team throughout the project lifecycle.

Accountable for fiscal control of the project by

Developing funding strategy in alignment with execution strategy,

managing scope and schedule of the capital project within the agreed business case, and

keeping team focused on execution plan

Engage with senior executive sponsors, site leadership and other key leaders on development of business case, execution & funding strategy and resolution of any impediments that arise

From early concept, through design, construction and commissioning and qualification,, deliver the project not relenting until the project’s business intent is actually met.

Who you are :

B.S. in engineering, architecture or construction with a minimum of 10 - 15 years successfully managing projects in the biotech / pharmaceutical industry, with at least 5 - 10 years managing large, complex projects, some preferably in an international environment.

Known for your exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills in capital project delivery.

Proven expertise in effectively applying and / or developing advanced project management tools and methodologies.

Broad understanding of the principles of various engineering disciplines, in-depth understanding of one engineering discipline directly related to Roche core business of manufacturing.

Preferred :

MS in Engineering and / or an MBA and / or a PE / equivalent

Special knowledge requirements include biopharmaceutical and pharmaceutical processes and facility design approaches, plus solid understanding of Pharmaceutical cGMP requirements.

Understanding of risk based qualification

Lean Construction knowledge and practitioner

Relocation benefits are not available for this posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $136,200 to $253,000 annually. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

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