Project Manager - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing New

Project Manager - Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Job Summary
Drive complex drug development projects and manufacturing initiatives in a fast-growing biotech organisation. This is a strategic leadership role suited to a seasoned project manager who thrives in dynamic environments, with the opportunity to shape organisational processes and support product commercialisation from early development through to scale-up. If you enjoy managing multiple workstreams and delivering measurable outcomes, this role is for you.

Benefits

• Play a pivotal role in building and scaling the client’s internal project management function, with direct influence on strategic growth
• Liaise with cross-functional teams across R&D, manufacturing, engineering, quality, and regulatory, gaining exposure to full product lifecycle projects
• Support high-value capital projects exceeding $10 million, including technology transfer and manufacturing scale-up
• Establish governance frameworks and project systems that will support the organisation’s long-term growth and operational excellence
• Work onsite in Brisbane with direct access to senior leadership and external partners, including CDMOs
• Contribute to projects that impact patient access to innovative medicines, with clear project milestones and deliverables

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate multiple pharmaceutical development and capital projects from concept to commercialisation
• Develop and maintain integrated project plans, schedules, budgets and resource requirements
• Establish governance, reporting structures and project methodologies aligned with organisational goals
• Manage dependencies, risks, issues and change control across project portfolios
• Support manufacturing scale-up, operational readiness, and technology transfer activities
• Collaborate with internal teams, external partners, and senior leadership to ensure project alignment and timely delivery
• Track project progress and translate complex data into clear, concise reports for executive review

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Pharmaceutical Sciences, Biology, Biochemistry, or a related field
• Minimum 5 years' project management experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or related manufacturing environments
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional projects, managing scope, timelines and budgets
• Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical development processes and GMP manufacturing standards
• Experience managing risks, dependencies and communicating complex project status to senior stakeholders
• Excellent organisational, stakeholder management and cross-team collaboration skills
• Ability to influence without direct authority and navigate ambiguity in a growing biotech setting

Desirable Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in relevant discipline, with PMP or equivalent certification
• Experience leading large-scale capital projects over $10 million, including blue- and greenfield manufacturing builds
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and experience supporting API, sterile, or radiopharmaceutical projects
• Background supporting global development organisations and handling technical transfer or scale-up initiatives
• Strong facilitation, change management, and leadership skills suitable for a high-growth environment

If you think this could be the role for you, please apply now. If you have any questions, please contact Amy Heffernan from Fuse Recruitment.

At Fuse, we specialise in recruitment for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry and actively source for a broad range of established clients. If you are a biotech or pharmaceutical professional looking for your next opportunity, we would love to hear from you.

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Consultant

Amy Heffernan

0411 381 477
aheffernan@fuserecruitment.com

Reference number: BH-39862
Profession:Science & TechnologyOther

Company: Fuse Recruitment
Date posted: 1st Oct, 2026