Head of Project Management

This role is accountable for the end-to-end execution of complex capital projects (T2&T3) within a cGMP-regulated environment, ensuring delivery aligned with business priorities, regulatory expectations, and CSL’s engineering and quality standards. The Project Engineering, Associate Director partners cross-functionally to translate strategic objectives into executable projects that enhance capacity, capability, and compliance across the manufacturing.

Role that this position reports to: Head of Project Engineering

Provide strategic and technical leadership across engineering disciplines, including process, mechanical, electrical, automation, and facilities.

Support technology transfers, process improvements, and facility expansions.

Project Delivery & Execution Excellence

Lead the full lifecycle of capital projects (typically $1MM–$50MM+), from concept through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and qualification (CQV).

Translate business needs into clearly defined project scopes, timelines, and resource plans.

Ensure consistent application of CSL project management standards, governance, and stage-gate processes.

Proactively manage risks, issues, and change controls to ensure predictable project outcomes.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure all project activities meet global regulatory requirements (FDA, EMA) and CSL Quality standards.

Oversee commissioning, qualification, and validation strategies (IQ/OQ/PQ) to ensure inspection readiness.

Partner with Quality and Validation to maintain a state of compliance throughout project execution.

Stakeholder Partnership

Serve as a trusted partner to Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, Validation, and EHS functions.

Provide clear, data-driven updates to senior leadership on project status, risks, and financial performance.

Build and manage effective relationships with external partners, including EPC firms, OEMs, and contractors.

Champion a zero-harm safety culture across all project phases, ensuring safety is the top priority in design and execution.

risk assessments, safety work permits) into engineering and project delivery.

Lead contractor safety management, including prequalification, onboarding, and on-site oversight.

Financial Stewardship

Develop, manage, and forecast capital expenditure (CapEx) budgets in alignment with approved business cases.

Drive disciplined cost management and identify opportunities for efficiency without compromising safety or quality.

Ensure transparency in financial reporting and adherence to CSL's financial control.

Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team of project engineers and external resources.

Foster a culture of accountability, inclusion, safety, and continuous improvement consistent with CSL values.

Champion standardization and continuous improvement in project delivery processes.

Apply Lean and Six Sigma principles to improve efficiency and reduce variability.

Promote a strong safety culture and ensure EHS requirements are embedded in all project activities.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering (Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical, or related discipline) required.

Advanced degree (MS or MBA) preferred.

5+ years of experience leading capital projects in a cGMP-regulated manufacturing environment.

Demonstrated success delivering complex, cross-functional projects.

Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical manufacturing processes (e.g., fractionation, bulk processing, fill/finish, packaging).

Expertise in critical utilities and facilities systems (HVAC, WFI, clean steam, process gases).

PLC, SCADA).

Deep understanding of commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) lifecycle.

Financial Acumen & ROI-oriented mindset

PMP (Project Management Professional)

Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher)

In addition to base salary, total compensation for this role may also include incentive compensation and equity.

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