Senior Project Engineering Manager

Job Description:

FERRING GmbH is the German production company of the internationally operating and rapidly expanding FERRING Group with headquarters in Saint-Prex, Switzerland. In Kiel, we produce important products for the pharmaceutical market in the product areas of reproductive medicine, endocrinology, urology, paediatrics and gastroenterology. Using state-of-the-art production facilities, we mainly produce sterile dosage forms, specialising primarily in the field of peptide hormones. Research and development have a high priority in the FERRING Group and in our company philosophy. Ferring has its own subsidiaries in almost 60 countries and markets its products in 110 countries. Around 450 people are employed at our site in Kiel.

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As part of the Global Engineering Team, the Senior Project Engineering Manager (m/f/d) will be responsible for planning, leading and managing the engineering, EHS, construction, commissioning and qualification of projects part of our Technical Operations Strategic portfolio Projects in close collaboration with other involved departments and stakeholders in a matrix organization. We are looking for a true leader with a strong technical experience and expertise in the pharma industry, you will be the representative of Ferring Global Engineering for the day to day management of the projects, coordination with local Engineering Contractors, Control of the Budget & Schedule, Monitor the Engineering, Construction, Commissioning and Qualification Activities. Additionally, you will contribute to the continuous development and improvement of the Global Engineering processes and tools.

Your contribution to making a difference.

• Lead projects from Engineering and Design through to Construction, Commissioning, and Qualification phases in collaboration with Local & Global Engineering, Contractors, and Ferring departments until Operational Qualification is achieved, including conducting after-action reviews.

• When relevant, build up the local Engineering and Maintenance Organization for the new facility by hiring engineers / technicians for the various disciplines: Mechanical, HVAC, Electrical, Control Systems etc.

• Provide Engineering Expertise and be the interface between Ferring Global Engineering, Program Lead, local Engineering / Maintenance, Contractors, and other Ferring departments according to the project organization set-up.

• EHS responsible for the duration of the project, provide technical support for the installation checks during the construction of the facility, provide support for the commissioning and star-up of the facility, provide qualification support for the new assets.

• Manage all contacts with local authorities for permitting, environmental, waste disposal, construction zone and facility cleaning etc.

• Oversee on-site execution activities in close collaboration with the site project team, site management, Global Project Management Office (PMO), and applying LEAN principles and construction tools.

• Coordinate activities with the Engineering & Maintenance Department of the existing sites or neighboring Production site.

• When needed (i.e., green field), support future maintenance activities, including calibration, and assist in the procurement and management of critical spare parts.

• Prepare for the implementation of the Maintenance Management System in alignment with Ferring standards.

• Coordinate the training of Engineering & Maintenance Personnel for the new Facility.

• Ensure effective coordination among all relevant Ferring departments, including R&D, LQA & GQA, Legal, procurement, Production, LSC & GSC, as required.

Your qualifications that enrich us.

• Education: A bachelor's degree in a relevant field (e.g., Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chemistry, Biology, Engineering, or Business Administration) is required, along with some formal project management training.

• Knowledge of the Pharmaceutical Industry: Proficient in pharmaceutical manufacturing processes, drug development, and regulatory compliance, particularly Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) and diverse pharmaceutical dosage forms, with a focus on sterile products.

• Experience: Approximately 10 years of project management experience, preferably within pharmaceuticals or life sciences, particularly in API manufacturing. Experience in managing complex projects, budgets, timelines, and strong knowledge of quality assurance, cGMP, DS, DP manufacturing, GMPs, and FDA regulations.

• Project Management Expertise: Strong project management skills encompassing principles, methodologies, and best practices, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, risk management, and change control. Able to handle multiple projects concurrently. Proficient in various engineering disciplines within the pharmaceutical environment, including utilities, equipment, automation, instrumentation, and civil engineering. Familiar with Lean methodologies and Value Engineering. Proficient in software such as MS-Word, Excel, Autocad, Product Design Specification (PDS), and project management tools (e.g., MS Project), with PPM experience being a plus.

• Leadership and Team Management: Ability to lead project teams, motivate team members, foster collaboration, and resolve conflicts to ensure a cohesive and productive working environment.

• Communication and Presentation Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for collaboration across all levels, clear project goal communication, and delivering concise presentations to various audiences. Proficient in English and other languages, capable of representing the business to external stakeholders.

• Negotiation and Influencing Skills: Proficient in negotiating and influencing stakeholders to achieve project objectives and secure resources.

• Organizational Skills: Strong organizational capabilities for efficient management of project documentation, timelines, and resources.

• Conflict Resolution: Skilled in addressing project-related conflicts and facilitating constructive dialogue for mutually acceptable solutions.

• Adaptability: Flexible in adapting to changing project requirements, industry dynamics, and stakeholder needs.

• Problem Solving Abilities: Proficient in identifying and resolving project challenges and roadblocks, making timely decisions to keep projects on track.

• Quality Focus: Committed to maintaining high-quality standards and ensuring compliance with industry regulations and company guidelines.

• Financial Acumen: Understanding financial management principles to effectively manage project budgets and cost estimates.

• Time Management: Excellent time management skills for prioritizing tasks, meeting deadlines, and efficient resource management throughout the project lifecycle.

• Risk Management: Proficiency in assessing project risks, developing risk mitigation strategies, and contingency planning to minimize potential disruptions to project timelines and outcomes.

• Data Analysis and Decision Making: Analytical skills to review project data, identify trends, and make informed decisions that support project success.

• Vendor/Contractor Management: Ability to work with external vendors and contractors, ensuring compliance with project requirements, Global Procurement processes and contract terms.

• Personality: A team player with a track record of achieving results in a cross-cultural environment, open to international and multicultural settings, willing to travel for business and relocate as needed.

• Ethical Conduct: Strong commitment to ethical practices and compliance with organizational values and standards.

People Come first at Ferring.

• Make your own contribution to helping people worldwide.
• Our flat hierarchies make us unique.
• At Ferring, you will have a wide range of opportunities for individual career planning and personal development in an international and innovative environment (e.g. strengths-based coaching).
• Reconcile your professional and private life through: Attractive working time models (for shift work and on-call duty, participation-based allowances) with the option of overtime compensation, part-time work, mobile working for positions where operational procedures allow, as well as 30 days holiday per year for full-time employment.
• Your performance pays off: Receive an attractive and performance-oriented remuneration for your commitment both in the collectively agreed area (based on the collective agreement of the IG BCE (chemical collective agreement of Schleswig-Holstein)) and in the non-tariff area as well as very good annual benefits (Christmas and holiday pay as well as an attractive bonus model).
• The pme family service offers you practical advice and support to help you harmonise your private and professional life.
• Building Families at Ferring (BFF): Family and starting a family is a matter close to Ferring's heart, which is why we support our employees on their own path to starting a family, depending on the type of employment.
• Benefit from Ferring's pension concept: depending on whether you are employed on a temporary or permanent basis, this includes capital-forming benefits, company pension schemes and working time accounts.
• A safety mindset is crucial for Ferring, we emphasise safety in the workplace, but also in terms of health: ergonomic advice, height-adjustable desks, workplace inspections and various health promotion offers (e.g. Hansefit).
• Do you come to work by bike, bus, train or car? We offer covered storage facilities for your bike, pay subsidies for local public transport and provide free parking spaces.
• Free hot and cold drinks and fresh fruit are a matter of course for us, but should not go unmentioned.
• Corporate benefits: Benefit from attractive offers from various companies.

Become part of the Ferring family - surrounded by employees with the same mission.

Behind our purpose... There's you.

Please apply via our applicant management system workday. Please make sure that all your documents (letter of motivation, CV and certificates) are uploaded together in one document.

Location:

Ferring Germany Production