Job Summary:
The Project Manager (PM) will be responsible for overseeing the successful execution of pharmaceutical projects under the EPCM model, ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and compliant with all regulatory and quality standards (e.g., GMP, FDA, EMA). The PM will coordinate engineering, procurement, construction, and commissioning activities while maintaining strong client and stakeholder relationship.
Key Responsibilities:
Project Planning & Execution
Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.
Ensure projects adhere to GMP and other pharmaceutical regulatory requirements.
Engineering Coordination
Oversee engineering deliverables and interface with design teams.
Review and approve technical documents, drawings, and specifications.
Procurement & Contract Management
Manage procurement of equipment, materials, and services.
Negotiate contracts with vendors and subcontractors.
Track long-lead items and ensure timely delivery to site.
Construction & Commissioning Oversight
Supervise construction activities, ensuring quality, safety, and schedule compliance.
Coordinate site inspections, testing, and commissioning activities.
Ensure all works are compliant with local codes and GMP standards.
Client & Stakeholder Management
Act as the primary interface with the client, reporting project progress.
Conduct regular meetings with stakeholders to align on project milestones.
Resolve issues and manage changes in project scope efficiently.
Team Leadership & Reporting
Lead project team including engineers, procurement specialists, and construction supervisors.
Prepare and submit periodic reports on progress, budget, risks, and KPIs.
Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Pharmacy, or related field.
8+ years of experience in project management within pharmaceutical EPCM projects.
Proven experience as a Project Manager in the industry building field/pharma industry construction management experience, with a track record of successfully delivering complex projects
Strong knowledge of GMP, FDA, EMA, and local regulatory standards.
Proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex projects.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
Proficiency in project management tools (Primavera, MS Project, SAP, etc.).
Preferred:
PMP or Prince2 certification.
Experience with commissioning and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ).
Familiarity with process equipment, cleanroom construction, and validation requirements.
Morimatsu Group has delivered projects to more than 40 countries/regions in the world, established an excellent industrial reputation in the process.
Morimatsu is dedicated in providing core equipment, process systems, integrated engineering solutions, modular plants, and digital operations for life sciences, fast-moving consumer goods, and electronics industries.
Our highly skilled professional teams, which include project managers, design engineers, validation experts, and operational technicians, continuously bringing clients the most advanced industrial concepts as well as cutting-edge technologies.