Engineering Project Manager

Introduction Visium Resources has been asked to recruit a Senior Engineering Project Manager for our client's growing team. This is an outstanding opportunity where the successful candidate will work with a group of engineers involved in the design, commissioning & qualification, startup and project management of various processes, systems, and facilities. The ideal candidate should possess leadership skills to lead teams of intermediate & junior engineers. The work will require working out of the client's facilities Thousand Oaks, California. This role is for Sr. Engineering Project Manager will require to work on the validation of upstream and downstream bioprocess systems/equipment in the biopharmaceutical industry, as well as process equipment in pharma/biotech industries. The ideal candidate should possess leadership skills to lead teams of intermediate & junior engineers. Responsibilities- Provide technical guidance into the engineering assessments, design, project management, commissioning and start-up of equipment and facilities, for upgrades, renovations and expansions of client facilities and processes.- Lead or support project execution from feasibility through to project completion/handover, including all project stages such as: Feasibility Assessments Concept Design, Basic Design, Detailed Design Procurement Construction / Installation Project Controls - Monitoring Commissioning & Qualification- Prepare business cases, with project purpose, risks, budget, schedule, resource requirements.- Manage other engineering design firms, equipment vendors, construction firms and internal / external stakeholders as required to execute projects.- Review technical documentation such as P&IDs, specifications, layouts, manuals, datasheets.- Integrate safety into the design and execution of all projects (HAZOP reviews, PHSRs, design reviews with EHS representatives).- Prepare/review automation sequences, as required for Process Automation.- Engage and coordinate with other engineering disciplines and other cross-functional departments (Process, automation, building / facilities, procurement, construction management, commissioning, qualification & validation, manufacturing operations, EHS, quality & compliance).- Facilitate project management tools throughout the execution of projects, such as procurement tracking, vendor management, meeting minutes / action lists, risk register log, schedule updates, project updates.- Coordinate meetings with cross-functional departments, to drive project progress, facilitate decisions, provide updates.- Travel may be occasionally required for meetings with equipment fabrication vendors or Factory Acceptance Testing (FATs).- Work may require occasional support over shutdowns or extended hours, specifically during installation, construction, commissioning, qualification & validation phases. You may be involved with other aspects such as client-management (maintain key Client relationships in support of business development and pursuit of new work), project scheduling/budgeting, coordination of client and company resources for effective project delivery, supporting business development (providing technical support to the sales as required for proposals/opportunities), presenting at industry conferences/publishing papers etc. Visit construction and installation sites, wear necessary safety PPE. Supervise contractors during critical installations of process equipment and associated utilities. Other duties as assigned by client, and/or client, based on workload and project requirements. Qualifications- 12+ years of experience in engineering / project management of various equipment and facilities within the pharmaceutical/biotech industry.- Previous experience in the pharmaceutical / biotech industry, with knowledge of requirements for a cGMP operation.- Possess leadership skills, and be able to take initiative to lead projects, involving multiple stakeholders, departments, and varying complexity.- Possess mentorship skills, to coach and develop junior and intermediate employees.- Basic knowledge of AutoCAD.- Engineering degree, preferably in Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical Engineering. - Certification in Project Management.- Travel may be required on occasion. ________________________________________________________________________________________________ Visium Resources is an award-winning employment firm with a mission to match talented individuals with highly successful organizations. At Visium, our company's success is based on your success. When you work with us, you are never 'just a number'. You are our most important asset. Here, you will know us by name through our regular visits to client sites and even occasional luncheons. We will always be there when you need assistance and will always go the extra mile to ensure that you are as successful as possible. Whether you're looking for contract, contract-to-hire or permanent opportunities, we firmly believe there is no employment agency that will work harder for you than Visium. Visium Resources is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment is decided based on qualifications, merit and business need.