Project Manager - Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing at Centre de production de produits biologiques Inc

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

03 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

06 Nov, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Biopharmaceutical Manufacturing, GMP Requirements, Communication Skills, Team Coordination, Risk Management, Budget Management, Technical Project Planning, Stakeholder Engagement, Problem Resolution, Performance Monitoring, Quality Standards, Bilingual Communication, Process Optimization, Technology Transfer, Agile Methodologies

Industry

Non-profit Organizations

Description

The Biologics Manufacturing Center (BMC) Inc. is a new biomanufacturing facility created in response to the pandemic. A not-for-profit organization, the BMC aims to better meet the biopharmaceutical needs of Canadians. The BMC helps support projects of public interest, actively contributes to the overall growth and resilience of the Canadian life sciences industry and fosters industry development and innovation through Canadian production. Backed by a committed and innovative team of employees, the BMC fosters a culture of agility and transparency, with a collaborative, result-oriented approach. We are seeking a Project Manager responsible for overseeing all activities related to the integration and manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products, whether drug substances or drug products. The person will lead programs from their initiation through to delivery, ensuring coordination of cross-functional teams. They will ensure that all deliverables are completed within set deadlines, while meeting budget objectives and achieving—or even exceeding—the quality standards expected by the organization and its clients. The Project Manager will have the following responsibilities: * Manage project scope, establish plans and timelines, define the critical path and milestones, and clarify steps and interdependencies for stakeholders. * Develop and implement structured plans for technical projects related to product lifecycle management, such as technology transfers or process optimizations. * Lead the development and coordination of project plans, ensuring effective communication, involvement, and training of all necessary parties, on-time delivery, and adherence to objectives and budget. * Monitor activities of all team members and functions involved in the project to guarantee the qualitative achievement of milestones within the approved plan’s timeline and budget. * Influence function leaders to ensure effective project delivery. * Identify and proactively manage changes and opportunities. * Facilitate the identification of issues and risks related to operations and projects, and promote their resolution in a matrix environment, effectively documenting decisions and their justifications. * Communicate performance indicators, progress against milestones, project risks, and mitigation strategies to senior stakeholders, as appropriate. * Ensure all projects comply with current regulatory quality and safety standards in the pharmaceutical industry. * Serve as the main point of contact with the client for problem resolution and gather information and data provided by the local team to facilitate effective communication with clients. This role matches your career aspirations? We want to receive your resume if: * You hold at least a bachelor's degree in a life sciences-related discipline. * You have at least five years of experience in managing manufacturing or introduction projects for pharmaceutical or biopharmaceutical products. * A combination of relevant education and experience may be considered. * You have strong proficiency with project and task management tools such as Microsoft Project and Planner. * You possess solid knowledge of GMP requirements. * You have excellent communication and writing skills in both French and English, allowing you to interact with all stakeholders. * You hold a Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate or an equivalent certification. The BMC, an employer offering what's important to you * A flexible schedule and telework * A culture of transparency, notably with our monthly corporate meetings * A respectful and friendly work environment * A new building with state-of-the-art equipment * A competitive salary commensurate with your skills * An attractive vacation and leave program * A group RRSP with a generous contribution from the BMC * A comprehensive insurance plan including telemedicine * An opportunity to participate in our various life committees (social club, employee committee, OHS committee, etc.) * A host of activities throughout the year to socialize with your colleagues, recognize team successes and improve your knowledge. The BMC, an organization like no other * Our team is made up of talented, committed individuals with diverse backgrounds. * We aim to develop, share and transmit knowledge * Our NPO status enables us to reinvest every dollar of profit back into the organization * Our human scale empowers all our employees to participate in driving the company forward * Our economic positioning is unique in our industry * Our social mission is extraordinary The BMC, a key player in Canadian biotech production The BMC is a new facility in the heart of Montreal, completed in June 2021. It supports the growth of the country's biologics production capacity, ensuring that vaccines and other related products can be manufactured safely, right here at home. Thanks to its state-of-the-art facilities and the knowledge of its team, the BMC can produce biopharmaceutical products such as viral vector, protein subunit and virus-like particle vaccines, as well as other biological products. It is a key player in Canada's ability to respond rapidly to future national and global health emergencies.

Responsibilities

The Project Manager will oversee all activities related to the integration and manufacturing of biopharmaceutical products, leading programs from initiation to delivery. They will ensure coordination of cross-functional teams, meeting deadlines, budget objectives, and quality standards.