Validation Project Manager (CQV) / Senior Project Engineer 2

A rapidly growing consultancy supporting the life sciences industry is seeking an experienced Validation Project Manager to lead commissioning, qualification, and validation (CQV) projects. This role offers the opportunity to contribute to meaningful healthcare advancements while overseeing project delivery, compliance, and stakeholder alignment in a regulated environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead complex CQV projects, developing timelines, budgets, and resource plans

• Coordinate with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to deliver compliant solutions

• Prepare and maintain documentation related to change control, specifications, and regulatory compliance

• Guide teams in meeting project milestones while ensuring alignment with cGMP and quality standards

• Identify project risks and lead mitigation strategies and impact assessments

• Host and document meetings, ensuring accountability for deliverables and action items

• Manage vendor interactions and participate in bid development and evaluation

• Provide mentoring and technical direction to junior staff

• Proactively recognize business opportunities and share potential leads with senior leadership

Required Experience and Skills:

• Minimum of 7 years relevant experience managing CQV projects in life sciences or pharmaceutical settings

• Proven ability to lead multi-stream projects with complex interdependencies

• Familiarity with regulatory and industry guidelines (e.g., cGMP)

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills across stakeholder levels

• Strong knowledge of project scheduling tools, particularly Microsoft Project

• Confident managing budgets, resource plans, and vendor relationships

• Ability to work on-site in Warren, NJ

• Strategic thinker with a track record of mentoring and developing talent

Work Environment & Culture:

You'll be part of a collaborative, mission-driven organization focused on innovation, compliance, and quality. The team values continuous learning, integrity, and inclusion, and offers a supportive atmosphere where your contributions make a daily impact.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-based incentives

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans

• Paid life insurance and disability coverage

• Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• 401(k) with employer matching

• Paid time off with rollover, sick leave, and holiday entitlement

• Tuition reimbursement and ongoing professional development support

• Parental leave, bereavement leave, and employee recognition programs

• Social events and a team-oriented environment