Project Manager- Laboratory Equipment (GMP Environment)
Location: Dublin, Ireland (Onsite)
Contract Duration: 12-month contract
Rate: €50.00 Hourly
Role Overview
Help launch a new pharmaceutical manufacturing site by leading the installation and qualification of GMP laboratory equipment that will support critical product testing and release.
This role will be responsible for managing the full lifecycle of GMP laboratory equipment, including procurement, installation, commissioning, and qualification. The position will support a site start-up program, coordinating the installation and qualification of multiple laboratory instruments and ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time, within budget, and in compliance with GMP and regulatory requirements.
The successful candidate will work closely with Quality, IT/CSV, Validation, Engineering, and Laboratory teams to ensure seamless project execution and successful handover to operations.
Key Responsibilities
- Manage the procurement, installation, commissioning, and qualification (IQ/OQ/PQ) of laboratory equipment.
- Coordinate the installation and qualification of multiple GMP laboratory instruments as part of site start-up activities.
- Develop and manage project schedules, scope, and budgets for equipment and laboratory system projects.
- Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams, including Quality, Validation, IT/CSV, Engineering, and Laboratory stakeholders.
- Oversee the full equipment lifecycle, including decommissioning of existing units where applicable and final handover to operations.
- Ensure all project activities are performed in accordance with GMP requirements, regulatory standards, and engineering best practices.
- Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans to ensure successful delivery.
- Manage vendors, contractors, and suppliers involved in equipment installation and integration.
- Support validation activities and ensure proper documentation and compliance throughout the project lifecycle.
- Contribute to project close-out activities, including documentation, lessons learned, and system handover.
Requirements
- 5-7+ years' experience in a GMP pharmaceutical or regulated manufacturing environment.
- Proven project management experience, including scheduling, coordination, and stakeholder management.
- Experience managing equipment installation, commissioning, or qualification projects in a regulated environment.
- Strong ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.
- Engineering degree preferred (Mechanical, Chemical, Process, or related discipline).
Desirable Experience
- Experience working on laboratory instrumentation or laboratory system projects.
- Experience supporting site start-up or major capital projects.
- Experience managing utilities, facilities, or broader GMP engineering projects.
- Familiarity with validation processes and documentation within regulated environments.
Interested in playing a key role in delivering critical laboratory systems? Apply now to be part of this exciting project!!
