Head of Project Management

Project Manager

Category: Project Management

Employment: Contract

Worksite: On-Site

The Hillsboro Technical Operations (HTO), located in Hillsboro Oregon, is a Drug Product manufacturing facility (Component Prep & Compounding, Liquid/Lyophilized Filling, Automated/Manual Inspection, Packaging/Finished Products and Distribution). We are a key aspect in a world-wide network of industry leading expertise and high performing pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities. Our work is critical in ensuring we reliably supply medicine to the millions of patients who currently depend on us, as well as reaching new patient populations.

Assist in the planning and execution of project(s) having an internal focus from initiation through delivery. Organize cross‑functional activities, ensuring completion of the project while adhering to budget, scope and schedule requirements. Serve as an in‑house project consultant for evaluating needs and vendor requests for proposals. Focus on projects related to both the reliable supply and enhanced performance of existing assets and processes, as well as new capabilities and technologies that are strategically planned for. Effective project delivery will be critical to allow for the achievement of our future goals.

Enable delivery of key site portfolio projects and programs. Ensure accurate project scoping to identify resources, timelines, and budgets. Manage projects to maintain identified scope, timeline, and budget, ensuring realization of the project benefit to the site.

Support balance of priorities and dependencies within the portfolio by continuously assessing the health of projects in scope as they progress, proactively identifying and making adjustments as needed to ensure the projects adhere to scope, cost, schedule and successful realization of benefit to the site.

Adhere to and support development of best practices and guidance related to site project management and delivery to ensure effective project planning and execution across a wide variety of business projects (e.g., Collaborate effectively with site functional teams, along with applicable partners and stakeholders in Pharma Technical (PT) functions, Roche Pharma Technical Global MSAT (PTT) & Pharma Technical Strategy (PTY) functions, and Roche Corporate groups (Supply Chain, Development), to ensure alignment and progression to successful delivery of projects in scope.

Act in a lead capacity on cross‑functional strategic activities including leading assessments, meetings & workshops, developing deliverables, providing guidance and direction to team members, and delivering support.

Use excellent team building and communication skills with the ability to listen and respond with agility and resilience in a fast‑paced industrial setting.

Hold a Bachelor’s Degree or above, preferably in Engineering (Automation, Electrical, Chemical, Civil, Facilities, Mechanical, Process, or Industrial), related Science field, Supply Chain Management, or related field.

Have 5+ years of successful experience in the Biotech/Pharmaceutical industry, particularly related to project/portfolio management and execution, with relevant GMP experience.

Have experience in scoping, planning, and leading cross‑functional project teams’ execution of diverse projects, with a wide range of levels of complexity, technical and/or business related.

Hold an advanced/graduate degree or have a certification in Project Management (e.g., Excellent time management and organizational skills.

Understanding of key items such as project risks and integration implications, understanding facility end‑user operational needs and principals, acting as an advocate in helping Site and facility end‑users develop, and establishing functional organization.

Have experience in an FDA regulated industry, hospital, or clean room environment.

Target Pay Rate Range: $50-60/hr depending on experience

We welcome and encourage applications from all qualified candidates regardless of race, sex, gender identity or expression, disability, age, religion or belief, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws and regulations. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee, and we are committed to fostering a diverse, inclusive, and respectful work environment across all locations in which we operate. We believe that diversity, equity, and inclusion are fundamental to our mission and enhance our ability to serve clients globally. If you have a disability or require any reasonable accommodations during the application or interview process, please inform your recruiter or contact us directly so that we can explore the appropriate arrangements.

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