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Project Management and C&Q Lead

Novartis
June 29, 2026
On-site
Durham, NC
Operations
Key Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end delivery of capital projects, ensuring alignment with cost, schedule, quality, and business objectives
- Establish and oversee project governance, standards, and execution frameworks across the site or region
- Build, lead, and develop high-performing project engineering and commissioning & qualification (C&Q) teams
- Drive C&Q activities to ensure full compliance with regulatory and quality standards
- Manage project portfolio and capital investment budgets (planning, tracking, and reporting)
- Develop project strategies, including sourcing, contracting, and vendor management approaches
- Serve as primary engineering contact during internal and external audits, ensuring readiness and compliance
- Implement and maintain engineering standards, procedures, and best practices
- Lead project reviews (safety, quality, sustainability, constructability)
- Foster a culture of safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement

Essential Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in engineering or equivalent technical discipline
- Minimum 8 years of capital project management experience, including pharmaceutical industry exposure
- Proven leadership experience managing cross-functional teams and external partners
- Strong expertise in commissioning & qualification within regulated environments
- In-depth knowledge of Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) and quality compliance standards
- Demonstrated ability to manage large capital budgets and complex project portfolios
- Strong understanding of health, safety, and environmental standards in engineering operations
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills across global and local teams

Location
- Morrisville, NC (onsite). No relocation support.