Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – ME/LIMS Implementation

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to lead the implementation of a Manufacturing Execution System (MES) and a Labo Inspection Management System (LIMS) in the same application. This is a contract-based role for an external resource who will be responsible for the end-to-end delivery of the project - ensuring it is completed on time, within budget, and meets all quality and business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Own the full lifecycle of the implementation, from initiation through deployment and closure.
• Stakeholder Management: Report regularly to internal stakeholders, including project sponsors and steering committees.
• Team Coordination: Manage cross-functional teams, including internal staff and external partners/vendors.
• Scope & Planning: Define project scope, goals, deliverables, and success criteria aligned with business needs.
• Budget & Timeline Control: Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules.
• Risk & Issue Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks and issues proactively.
• Process & Tooling Expertise: Apply deep understanding of manufacturing processes and MES tooling to guide implementation decisions.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure deliverables meet agreed standards and comply with relevant policies and procedures.
• Communication: Facilitate clear and consistent communication across all project participants.

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading MES/LIMS implementation projects in manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations, workflows, and systems integration.
• Minimum 7 years of project management experience, preferably in IT or industrial automation.
• Demonstrated ability to manage external vendors and internal teams effectively.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Familiarity with project management methodologies
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, IT, Business, or related field.

Contract Details

• Type: External/Contractor
• Duration: Project-based (estimated timeline to be discussed)
• Location: Hybrid
• Start Date: ASAP