Senior Project Manager - Engineering (Pharma/Biotech CAPEX) (a)

Our client, an internationally renowned pharmaceutical company is recruiting. On its behalf we are now looking for a Senior Project Manager (m/f/d) for Solothurn area, to join an international team for a period of 6 months with an immediate availability.

Depending on the selected candidate's performance and motivation, there is the possibility of an extension or a permanent takeover.

Description

The Senior Project Manager (m/f/d) oversees schedules, meetings, and progress tracking; addresses technical challenges; and ensures structured, well-documented, and coordinated project execution across all phases through the following areas of responsibility:

• Leads and delivers small CAPEX engineering projects from initiation through successful completion
• Provides continuous project and/or construction management support for engineering activities
• Defines project scope, requirements, deliverables, and success criteria
• Develops, maintains, and controls project plans, schedules, milestones, and budgets
• Coordinates and aligns contractors, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure seamless execution
• Oversees on-site activities, ensuring compliance with safety, quality, cost, and schedule requirements
• Proactively identifies risks and issues, implement mitigation measures, and escalate when necessary
• Prepares and presents clear, structured project updates covering status, risks, issues, and next steps

Profile

In order to be considered for the role, the selected candidate must have:

• Successfully completed bachelor's degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Industrial) or Life Sciences (Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biotechnology) or equivalent
• Minimum 5-7years' proven experience as Project Manager and/or Construction Manager supporting small CAPEX projects
• Experience working within a pharmaceutical or biotech manufacturing environment with solid understanding of GMP requirements
• Experience operating in a regulated, internal, and controlled engineering environment
• Fluency in English (spoken and written); additional languages are an advantage
• Ability to work independently while integrating effectively within a multidisciplinary engineering organization
• Strong organizational, planning, and structuring skills with the ability to deliver clear, accurate, and timely project reporting
• Proactive, solution-oriented mindset with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to engage and align internal and external stakeholders

Job Offer

An ideal short-term opportunity to strengthen your CV by taking immediate ownership of CAPEX engineering projects within a prestigious pharmaceutical company, gaining valuable GMP-regulated experience.