Senior Project Excellence Manager – Capital Engineering & Project Controls

Our client, a leading organization in the biopharmaceutical sector, is seeking a Senior Project Excellence Manager to lead the deployment of a project management framework for a large-scale capital program. The role focuses on adapting global standards to multi-billion-euro biomanufacturing projects while overseeing governance, quality assurance, and project control systems throughout the execution phase.

• Adapt corporate project management standards for large capital manufacturing programs using industry best practices.
• Manage the Stage-Gate validation process including readiness checklists and deliverable maturity assessments for steering committee decisions.
• Develop and update comprehensive Program and Project Execution Plans to align with engineering and execution strategies.
• Implement project control systems and key performance indicators focused on cost, schedule, risk, and safety.
• Oversee the deployment of technical tools including project scheduling software, cost management systems, and data dashboards.
• Design end-to-end project processes for risk management, change workflows, and scheduling standards.

• You possess 8+ years of experience in project management for large-scale capital projects exceeding €200M, preferably in the pharmaceutical or biotech industry.
• You bring advanced proficiency in project control systems such as P6/OPC, Unifier, and SAP PS/WBS.
• You have extensive expertise in data visualization and reporting using Power BI.
• You bring a strong command of PMI, Prince2, AACE, and Stage-Gate governance methodologies.
• You have a proven track record in designing processes, assessing project maturity, and implementing frameworks within tight timelines.
• You possess exceptional stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence cross-functional teams in engineering, procurement, and finance.
• You are structured, analytical, and delivery-focused with a proactive approach to problem-solving.
• You're willing to travel internationally to project sites as required.
• You are fluent in English.

Nice to Haves

• PMP, Prince2, or AACE certification.
• Experience working in US-based project environments.
• Knowledge of specific biopharmaceutical project excellence standards and delegation of authority frameworks.
• Active knowledge of French.

• Start date: ASAP
• Duration: 6 months
• Work regime: Full-time
• Location: Brussels
• Working model: Onsite (with travel to the US)
• Contract: open to both permanent employees and freelancers