Head of Project Management

At Hovione, we help partners turn scientific innovation into medicines that reach patients around the world. For more than 65 years, we have connected science and technology to scale complex ideas into high-quality and innovative solutions that truly make a difference.

As an international Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO), we support the development and manufacture of drug substances, intermediates and drug products across the full life cycle. We are globally recognized for our leadership in specialized technologies such as Spray Drying and Continuous Tableting. But what truly sets us apart is not just what we do — it is how we do it: with purpose, care, collaboration and a deep commitment to doing the right things right.

We are a global and diverse team of more than 2,600 team members across Europe, the USA and Asia, bringing together different experiences and perspectives to help our partners to overcome complex challenges. We believe that an inclusive environment — where everyone, regardless of background, identity or ability, is respected, heard and empowered to contribute — is essential to drive innovation, ensure quality, and secure long‑term sustainable success.

Manage projects in the allocated area and elevate complex issues to more senior colleagues or managers. It is recognized that the level of support required will increase when projects that are more complex are assigned. Project assignment will always be based on business need, however, preferentially, projects assigned will have a medium to high degree of complexity including

a medium to high cumulative sales / project cost value

a medium to high project control level

up to a high customer segmentation level

Proactively manage and take responsibility of the scope, cost, time and quality of each project assigned

Deliver the project objectives (e.g. results, processes, products) through a structured approach in alignment with industry or Company best practices

Lead the project team to take decisions and influence key stakeholders with integrity

Participate in project team composition and selection

Clarify project team roles and responsibilities and enable others to optimize their use of technical, management and leadership skills

Communicate proactively and effectively internally and externally, building rapport with key stakeholders

Build and sustain motivation of the project TMs and positive dynamics within the project team

Give timely and specific feedback to the project TMs regularly, both positive and constructive

Master project management processes and tools

Manage complex projects/ analysis with significant impact on business

Make quality and timely decisions based on multiple sources of data

Manage risk and uncertainty; Follow all applicable GMP and HSE guidelines, internal and external requirements as well as promote the implementation and maintenance of Hovione´s policies, systems and procedures (COPs, HBR, SOPs and others)

Carry out assigned tasks and duties in a safe manner, in accordance with instructions, and to comply with environmental, health & safety rules/procedures, regulations and codes of practice

Degree in Science or Engineering, or related field, or equivalent job experience

Project Management qualification or education (desirable)

Requires previous relevant experience in an operational and / or scientific area within Hovione or the Pharmaceutical Industry (highly desirable)

Technical background preferred along with prior experience as member of a project team

Experience of Project Management processes and tools (desirable)

Possess knowledge of project management practices

Able to make quality and timely decisions within the project under her / his responsibility

Able to gather relevant data to inform the decision makers regarding complex issues

Non-exempt employees are eligible for overtime, and all roles may include a short-term incentive bonus. Employment is at-will, and compensation may change based on performance or market conditions. Benefits include 401(k), paid time off, leaves, and health coverage (medical, dental, vision), subject to plan terms. Project Manager Compensation Range: $92,040 to $147,264 annually

Inclusion and diversity are key to us. We are committed to creating an inclusive recruitment experience and welcome applications from all qualified candidates. If you require any reasonable accommodation or support during the application or interview process, please contact us, and we will be happy to assist.