Project Planner

Project Planner - Illinois - Life Sciences - 12-month contract

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Project Planner to join our major, global pharmaceutical client on their latest new-build project based in Illinois, this is a large-scale greenfield capital project and investing more than $1bn.

Responsibilities

• Project Scheduling:
• Create high-level and detailed schedules for both project and operational readiness activities.
• Integrate ongoing equipment qualification activities for parenteral equipment (filling, equipment prep, and formulation) into the project schedule.
• Ensure the project schedule covers asset readiness through PV (Process Validation).
• Resource Mobilization:
• Quickly mobilize resources based on project needs and stakeholder feedback.
• Develop a mobilization plan for resources, ensuring all required personnel are available and prepared.
• Stakeholder Coordination:
• Work closely with key stakeholders to gather feedback and ensure all project and operational readiness activities are aligned.
• Provide regular updates and reports to stakeholders on project progress.
• Documentation and Reporting:
• Prepare and submit detailed project schedules and operational readiness schedules.
• Maintain accurate records of all project activities, including any changes to the project scope.
• Provide monthly reports on spend to date vs. overall budget.
  

Qualifications

• Experience: Extensive experience in scheduling and project management within the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry, particularly in parenteral manufacturing.
• Skills:
• Proficient in project scheduling software and tools.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• Ability to quickly mobilize resources and develop comprehensive schedules.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field preferred.
  

If this role interests you, apply today!