Engineering Projects Sr MgrAs Part of the Global Capital Projects Management Group within Engineering, this Sr. Project Manager will be responsible for independently managing and overseeing complex capital projects involving the planning, design, reconfiguration or construction, of the company buildings, structures, and equipment, both utility and process.
This position will lead an engineering team leveraged from within the company and external partners, for complex, technical projects, to coordinate the implementation of highly innovative and ingenious solutions to support Amgen's business needs
Functions:
Defines project scope, forms project team, develops project strategy, master schedule and spending schedule, for projects supporting the engineering, construction, start up, commissioning, and qualification of various facilities, ranging from cGMP manufacturing, laboratories (Biology, Process Development, Quality, Chemistry), Utility plants, Warehousing, and Distribution centers.
Determines project objectives, and interprets company policies
Prepares project funding documents with scope, cash flow, schedule, and deliverables
Motivates project teams to a successful outcome
Leads engineering and contractor evaluation and selection process
Sets up logistics system, including RFQ's, bid selection materials management, invoice approval.
Reviews and approves cost estimates, sets up systems for checks and balance.
Integrates complete team into planning and design reviews for IPD projects
Frequent review of progress vs. schedule vs. cost with appropriate teams and provide regular updates to client and management
Develops and manages multiple large contracts.
Develops total cost of ownership for capital projects
Establishes policies for major projects, interprets, executes, and recommends modifications to company-wide policies.
Basic Qualifications
•Doctorate degree & 2 years of directly related experience
OR
•Master's degree & 6 years of directly related experience
OR
•Bachelor's degree & 8 years of directly related experience
OR
•Associate's degree & 10 years of directly related experience
OR
•High school diploma / GED & 12 years of directly related experience
Preferred Qualifications
Experience leading Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology projects
Lean Construction or other continuous improvement methodology experience
Experience in Lifecycle Cost Analysis
Demonstrated Competencies:
Extensive experience in the application of project management skills and concepts with a critical understanding of related engineering disciplines
Leadership experience of diverse teams of engineering, scientific, construction, and facilities management within the Pharmaceutical / Biotechnology industries
Demonstrate practical ingenuity with the ability to problem solve using practical solutions
Possesses the skills required to interface well with internal technical, scientific, and upper level management groups
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and conflicting priorities across a broad range of facilities, engineering, and process disciplines
Excellent people skills featuring a demonstrated supervisory style that fits within the Amgen culture and values
Interpersonal and facilitation skills necessary to forge consensus among competing client interests on critical and time-sensitive issues--important in ensuring that, within Amgen's collaborative culture, projects are finished on time and on budget.
Often acts independently to uncover and resolve issues associated with the development and implementation of processes or procedures.
Strong analytical skills in the information and communication technologies
Ability to work independently and collaboratively
Ability to tactfully negotiate and positively influence peers and executive leadership
Effective oral, visual and written communication skills with the ability to listen effectively
Resilience & flexibility with the ability to react to changes quickly, and the ability to apply knowledge to new problems and new contexts
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