Project Manager

About the role

We are seeking a Project Manager with 4–9 years of experience to lead and support security-focused initiatives within life sciences environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive security programs by translating SOPs, service strategies, RACI frameworks, and process taxonomies into actionable project plans and operating models.
• Manage the design and execution of security operating models, including governance structures, workflows, escalation paths, and performance metrics.
• Oversee access control and identity governance projects, including badge provisioning, role-based access, visitor management systems, and system integrations.
• Establish and manage access review processes, audit readiness activities, and compliance controls aligned with internal policies and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the development of emergency response frameworks, including incident activation protocols, communication structures, and post-incident analysis.
• Manage alarm monitoring and critical event response initiatives, including coordination with facilities and monitoring teams to define ownership, prioritization, and escalation procedures.
• Oversee integration of security systems, including access control, CCTV, alarm monitoring, and building systems, ensuring seamless functionality and data flow.
• Drive the implementation and lifecycle management of security technologies, ensuring proper governance, maintenance, and vendor coordination.
• Identify opportunities for continuous improvement, including automation, process optimization, and enhanced user experience across security services.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, resource allocations, risk registers, and status reporting for security-related initiatives.
• Cook up cross-functional teams including security, facilities, engineering, operations, IT, quality, and external vendors.
• Facilitate meetings, manage action items, and ensure clear and consistent communication across all stakeholders.
• Monitor project progress, proactively identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies to maintain timelines and deliverables.
• Ensure all security program activities align with GMP, safety, and regulatory requirements.
• Utilize and support systems such as access control platforms, BMS, CCTV, CMMS, and digital documentation tools; experience with KNEAT is a plus.
• Provide clear communication to clients and internal teams, including regular updates, risk escalation, and stakeholder alignment.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, Security Management, or a related technical field.
• Technical Experience: 4–9 years of experience managing or supporting security, facilities, or infrastructure projects in GMP-regulated environments such as biotech, pharmaceutical, or medical device.
• Experience: Leading physical security, access control, or technology implementation projects; familiarity with security systems such as access control, CCTV, alarm monitoring, and integrated building systems; experience with engineering lifecycle documentation, system deployment, or commissioning activities is a plus; experience conducting field verification, system validation, or operational readiness activities; familiarity with BMS, PCS, CMMS, or similar platforms; experience with KNEAT or digital documentation platforms is a plus.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Strong understanding of physical security systems and operations within regulated environments; excellent project management, planning, and organizational skills; ability to manage multiple projects, priorities, and deadlines in a fast-paced environment; strong communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across technical and non-technical teams; detail-oriented with strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities; ability to work independently while leading cross-functional project teams.