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A Pharmaceutical Project Manager oversees drug development projects from initiation to completion, ensuring they meet regulatory, budget, and timeline requirements. They coordinate cross-functional teams, including researchers, regulatory specialists, and manufacturing professionals, to bring pharmaceutical products to market. Their responsibilities include risk management, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication. Strong project management skills, industry knowledge, and attention to compliance are essential for success in this role.

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A Pharmaceutical Project Manager needs a strong background in life sciences or pharmaceuticals, experience in project management, and often a relevant degree or certification such as PMP. Familiarity with tools like Microsoft Project, regulatory compliance systems (e.g., FDA or EMA guidelines), and document management platforms is crucial. Excellent communication, leadership, problem-solving, and organizational abilities set standout candidates apart. These skills are vital to effectively lead cross-functional teams, ensure regulatory compliance, and successfully deliver projects on time and within budget in a complex industry.

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PHARMACEUTICAL - SR. CQV Manager/Lead

MMR Consulting

Portland, OR • On-site

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Posted 12 days ago

Job description

Previous Pharmaceutical/Biotech experience is mandatory for this role
(Commissioning, Qualification & Validation - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing)
The work will require 90% travel to work in Denver/Boulder, Raleigh, midwest, Philadelphia, Portland, or other locations.
MMR Consulting is an engineering and consulting firm specializing in the pharmaceutical and biotechnology industries. Its services include Engineering, Project Management, and Validation.
MMR Consulting has offices in Canada, USA, and Australia.
This is an outstanding opportunity to join our growing team, where the successful candidate will work with a group of engineers involved in the design, commissioning & qualification, start-up and project management of various processes, systems, and facilities. The ideal candidate should possess leadership skills to lead teams of intermediate & junior engineers.
This role is for Sr. CQV Manager/Lead will require to lead commissioning, qualification, and validation activities for pharmaceutical manufacturing capital projects and operational initiatives. This individual will oversee cross-functional CQV execution for GMP-regulated facilities, utilities, equipment, automation systems, and manufacturing processes while ensuring compliance with FDA, cGMP, and global regulatory standards.
The ideal candidate will possess strong pharmaceutical project leadership experience within biotech, sterile manufacturing, fill-finish, API, or biologics environments and will serve as a key liaison between engineering, quality, validation, manufacturing, and external vendors. This role requires the ability to manage project schedules, budgets, risks, resources, and validation deliverables in support of facility expansions, new product introductions, and operational readiness initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
  • Lead all CQV project activities for pharmaceutical and biotech manufacturing projects.
  • Develop and manage CQV strategies, project plans, schedules, budgets, and resource allocation.
  • Coordinate commissioning and qualification activities for:
    • Process equipment
    • Clean utilities
    • HVAC systems
    • Automation and control systems
    • Manufacturing and packaging lines
  • Ensure compliance with FDA, cGMP, ISPE, GAMP, and corporate quality standards.
  • Oversee execution of:
    • FAT/SAT protocols
    • IQ/OQ/PQ protocols
    • Validation documentation
    • Deviations and CAPAs
    • Change controls
  • Collaborate with Quality Assurance, Engineering, Manufacturing, Automation, and Regulatory teams to support project milestones and inspection readiness.
  • Manage third-party CQV consultants, contractors, and vendors.
  • Provide risk assessments and mitigation strategies to maintain project timelines and compliance objectives.
  • Support startup, operational readiness, and technology transfer activities.
  • Present project status updates and KPI reporting to senior leadership and stakeholders.

Required Experience
  • Minimum 8-12 years of experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industries.
  • Minimum 5 years of direct CQV project management experience within GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.
  • Proven experience managing large-scale capital projects, facility expansions, or greenfield startup projects.
  • Strong experience with commissioning and qualification of:
    • Cleanrooms
    • Process equipment
    • Utilities
    • Automation systems
    • Manufacturing processes
  • Experience authoring and reviewing validation lifecycle documentation.
  • Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams and managing multiple project workstreams simultaneously.
  • Experience supporting FDA audits and regulatory inspections.
  • Background in biologics, sterile fill-finish, vaccine, API, or aseptic manufacturing environments strongly preferred.

Required Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences, or related technical discipline.
  • Strong understanding of:
    • cGMP regulations
    • FDA validation requirements
    • ISPE Baseline Guides (inc. C&Q) and ASTM E2500 GUIDE
    • GAMP 5 principles
  • Proficiency with project management methodologies, scheduling tools, and reporting systems.
  • Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Ability to work effectively in fast-paced, highly regulated project environments.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Digital Validation software experience (i.e. Kneat or equivalent)
  • PMP certification preferred.
  • Experience with DeltaV, MES, SCADA, or other pharmaceutical automation platforms.
  • Familiarity with Kneat, TrackWise, Veeva, or electronic validation systems.
  • Previous consulting or EPCM experience is a plus.
  • Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.

Compensation: 120,000$ - 150,000$ based on experience.
Equal Employment Opportunity and Reasonable Accommodations
MMR Consulting is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. Our hiring decisions are based on merit, qualifications, and business needs. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities globally. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please let us know the nature of your request.

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