Project Manager

Project ManagerWorksite: USA-KY Paris (Onsite)Worksite Location: 7001 Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Paris, KY, 40361Work Schedule (Shift/Work Hours): 8-5, M-FRole has potential to convert based on business needs. No sponsorship available.Project will lead the renovation and rebuild of a QC laboratory. Must have Project Management experience supporting construction or capital projects. cGMP experience is highly preferred with an understanding of regulated laboratory environments. Should understand QC lab operations, laboratory equipment, and facility assets. Responsible for standard PM activities including project schedules, stakeholder communication, communication plans, risk management, and cross-functional coordination. Experience supporting pharmaceutical, biotech, chemical, or other regulated manufacturing labs is preferred.Job Taxonomy: CW Contingent Worker-Project ManagerJob Title: Project ManagerJob Description: Contingent Worker: Project ManagerPOSITION PROFILE: (Basic Purpose of Position) The Project Manager will be responsible for implementing Avantors project engineering vision and executing it within the companys operations facilities. Leading cross-functional teams in the development of Avantor facilities to meet safety, environmental, quality business, customer, regulatory and technical requirements. Collaborate with key stakeholders to determine and document detailed requirements. Develop facility and equipment layouts to best accommodate Avantor processes. Prepare project estimates, support business case development, work with internal and external engineers and firms to drive design details, costs and schedule. Manage engineering firm contracts for specific expertise and experience. Coordinate project construction, commissioning and training.MAJOR JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (List in order of importance) Drive Capex and improvement projects to align with company goals and vision. Leads stage gate projects with internal and external resources. Investigate options and gathers information independently. Efficient use of project management tools. Develops project opportunities. Coach less experienced engineers to use appropriate tools. Understands core processes areas, unit operations and control technology. Work with appropriate internal and external resources to drive project execution. Combine historical cost information and contractor/vendor quotes to develop project estimates. Develop project schedules. Contribute to process safety analysis in equipment design and project scope. Ensures projects complies with company policies. Develop and communicate recommended options to leadership. Lead project commissioning and start up activities. Assist project cost control. Manage project schedule and budget. Ability to supervise contractors and subcontractors in multiple disciplines (engineering, civil, mechanical, electrical and controls). Train multidisciplinary teams on new equipment, processes, and safety.QUALIFICATIONS (Education/Training, Experience and Certifications) BS/MS in a business or technical field 5+ years of experience in a construction management or engineering, process technology engineering, process engineering, manufacturing, or operations environment. Strong skills in project management, problem solving and value creation. Proficiency in Microsoft Suite and MS Project. Must Experience in architectural projects and execution On site at Paris, KYKNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES (Those necessary to perform the job competently) Demonstrated ability to multitask, prioritize, and manage time efficiently Project Management Strong leader that can organize, plan, initiate and safely execute a project to completion. Manage a team, budget, schedule, and quality. Ability to manage several projects in parallel, as well as to coordinate numerous interfaces within and outside of his team Process Technology/Facility design, layout and drawings interpretation experience Capital expenditures, operational expenses and cost control Resources and schedule management and control Building and regulatory permitting processes Process and Organizational Skills - highly organized and reliable, executes tasks on time and know how to develop project cadence. Excellent organizational, communication and project management skills. Excellent listening, written, and oral communication skills Confident in producing and presenting work Experience with leading teams is preferred Collaboration and Flexibility - engage proactively with multiple business stakeholders across organizational levels from front line operators to executive leadership, prioritize across projects in a fast-paced environment. Able to build strong interpersonal relationships with peers, company leaders, and other management throughout the company. Ability to work collaboratively and cohesively in a team environment Critical Thinking - resolves problems in an ambiguous environment, leveraging both analytical and facilitation skills to identify root causes and drive resolution Able to align multiple process technologies with manufacturing requirements Encouraging to team and staff; able to mentor and lead Business Acumen and Analytical Skills - create sound business insights via data analysis and ability to identify value add opportunities In-depth understanding of the industry Bias for action Ability to exercise independent judgment while effectively prioritizing and executing tasks while under pressure Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilitiesENVIRONMENTAL WORKING CONDITIONS & PHYSICAL EFFORT (Under Typical Positions) Typically works in an office environment with adequate lighting and ventilation and a normal range of temperature and noise level. Work assignments are diversified. A frequent volume of work and deadlines impose strain on routine basis. Minimal physical effort is required. Work is mostly sedentary but does require walking, standing, bending, reaching, lifting or carrying objects that typically weigh less than 10 lbs.