Project Manager - Tier 2 Major Capital

Key Objectives/Deliverables

Lead teams to deliver large programs of at least $10M USD or more in capital assets and/or support a workstream or node of a larger program of $750M or more in capital assets. These teams will consist of both Lilly and non-Lilly professionals to safely achieve project objectives from front-end planning (conceptual design) in a Brownfield site through operational qualification (cradle to grave).

These project objectives are defined as delivering asset capability or capacity with safety, cost, schedule, and quality assurance.

Interface/Communication

Ability to work from a regional distance from corporate headquarters while developing and maintaining effective communication with GFD program leadership, the project team, governance teams, business partners, and other stakeholders.

Facilitate issue resolution, anticipate scope changes, and implement safely with quality, speed, and value.

Compliance

Lead/influence with a disciplined, structured approach to project management based on compliance with company policies and procedures.

Safety/Environment

Develop and maintain safety and environmental execution plans for projects. Ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies, procedures, and work rules for project personnel, contractors, and subcontractors from conceptual design through operational verification.

Minimum Requirements

• Bachelor of Science – Engineering field or related to project management or equivalent experience (10-15 years)
• Minimum 5 years of previous experience in capital project delivery in industrial or manufacturing facilities
• Construction Management experience
• Willingness to travel or relocate to locations outside of home state/country

Additional Preferences

• Project Size: Previous experience on projects or multiple projects of >$10M
• Pharmaceutical manufacturing experience
• Capital project management experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, such as bulk API, sterile products, secondary packaging, devices, and to a lesser extent laboratory projects
• Experience in the following areas: GMP manufacturing, LEAN, automation, construction, construction quality, project controls, the engineering disciplines, safety, scheduling
• The capacity to achieve results and influence through people is critical
• Demonstrated ability to work from long distances with little supervision
• Must exhibit a good sense of judgment in decision making, without the need for management approval while at the same time keeping management informed and engaged on critical issues
• Effective communication skills both written and verbal
• Ability to influence personnel and organizations without having direct administrative responsibility for them
• Competency in a foreign language(s)
• Professional Engineer (PE) or equivalent technical certification
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience in working and/or living outside the U.S.
• Demonstrated willingness to embrace the concept of continuous improvement and be an agent for change