Capital Project Manager

VARITE is looking for qualified Program Manager in St. Joseph, MO.


WHAT THE CLIENT DOES?
A global, research-driven pharmaceutical company that focuses on developing innovative medicines in areas such as human pharmaceuticals, animal health, and biopharmaceutical contract manufacturing.


WHAT WE DO?
Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services.


Job Title: Program Manager
Location: St. Joseph, MO
Contract Duration: 24 months
Pay Rate Range: $116.66 - $125.00/hr on W2
Hours: minimum 45 hours per week, to be able to support this type of project.
Any possibility of the assignment to be converted to a full-time role? -possibly
Shift: 1st shift


HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO
Duties:

• Lead end - to - end project delivery for the design, construction, and commissioning of a large - scale animal vaccine manufacturing facility
• Manage capital project budget, schedule, and resources to ensure on - time and on - budget execution
• Coordinate cross - functional teams including engineering, operations, quality, validation, and regulatory affairs
• Serve as primary interface with architects, EPC firms, contractors, and equipment suppliers
• Establish and maintain project governance, reporting, and risk management frameworks
• Proven understanding of the capital project lifecycle and FEL process.
• Proven ability to influence decision making with executive level stakeholders.
• Proven exceptional social and diplomacy skills
• Proven ability to lead and manage a team across a multi-departmental project with direct and indirect management of functional resources
• Excellent communication and organization skills, with an analytical and problem-solving mindset.
• Documented success with leading capital projects in excess of (USD)100MM.
• Proven ability to operate under high-pressure in a timeline constrained environment.

Skills:

• Experience managing large capital projects, including new buildings or building expansions, preferably within pharma or bio industry.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in an engineering/construction field (Mechanical, Chemical, Biomedical preferred) or equivalent experience.

BENEFITS:
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our employees and their families. Eligible employees may receive:

• Health Insurance: Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Retirement Plans: Participation in a company-sponsored retirement savings plan.
• Legal Service Plans: Offering access to attorneys for legal advice and representation.

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