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Senior Project Manager - Large CAPEX Projects (a), 100%

Bachem is a leading, innovation-driven company specializing in the development and manufacture of peptides and oligonucleotides. With over 50 years of experience and expertise Bachem provides products for research, clinical development and commercial application to pharmaceutical and biotechnology companies worldwide and offers a comprehensive range of services. Bachem operates internationally with headquarters in Switzerland and locations in Europe, the US and Asia. The company is listed on the SIX Swiss Exchange. For further information, see www.bachem.com.

The Bachem Group plans a new site in Sisslerfeld in Northwestern Switzerland as part of its long-term strategy to significantly expand production capacity. The new site will play a central role in supporting Bachem’s growth ambitions in peptide manufacturing.

To strengthen our Global Engineering organization, we are looking for a Senior Project Manager who will take full accountability for the successful delivery of large and complex CAPEX projects and build high-performing project teams from early concept through to operational readiness.

 

  • Overall project responsibility
    Take full accountability for large-scale CAPEX projects (>100 MCHF) across all project phases – from feasibility and concept studies through execution, commissioning, qualification and handover to operations
  • Building and leading high-performing teams
    Establish, onboard and lead multidisciplinary project teams; define clear roles, responsibilities and ways of working, and ensure effective collaboration across all project participants
  • Owner’s project leadership and governance
    Act as the Owner’s representative ensuring that project design and execution meets defined objectives (scope, functionality, capacity, cost, schedule, quality, safety and sustainability)
    Drive governance processes including project charters, business cases, URS/URB inputs, and structured decision-making in alignment with Steering Committees
  • Stakeholder alignment and integration
    Align and integrate all key stakeholders (User, QA, SHE, Manufacturing IT, Finance) into one high-performing project team and ensure transparent communication and collaboration
  • Execution strategy and partner management
    Define and manage appropriate project delivery models (EPCm, EPC, AE&CM) from an Owner’s perspective and lead external engineering partners, contractors and suppliers
  • Project controls and performance management
    Implement and ensure robust project controls (scope, schedule, cost, risk, change management) including structured reporting and forecasting (PMR) to senior management
  • Compliance and regulatory excellence
    Ensure compliance with GMP requirements, corporate standards, local regulations and building codes across all project phases
  • Commissioning and operational readiness
    Lead commissioning, qualification and start-up activities and ensure a smooth transition to operations including post-handover support (“hypercare”) to achieve stable and reliable performance
  • Leadership in decision-making and problem solving
    Identify, challenge and evaluate alternatives, drive decision-making and proactively resolve critical project issues in close alignment with the Steering Committee

 

Your Profile

  • University degree (MSc / BSc) in Engineering, Construction or related discipline
  • Minimum 10 years of experience in managing large capital projects in an industrial, preferably GMP-regulated environment
  • Proven track record in leading complex CAPEX projects (>100 MCHF) across all project phases
  • Strong experience in building, leading and developing high-performing multidisciplinary teams
  • Solid expertise in project execution models (EPCm, EPC, AE&CM / Design-Build)
  • Excellent stakeholder management, communication and influencing skills across all organizational levels
  • Strong understanding of GMP manufacturing, process, automation and infrastructure systems
  • Demonstrated experience in project governance, investment planning and cost control (CAPEX/OPEX)
  • Structured, self-directed and results-driven, with the ability to manage complexity and fast-track project environments
  • Certifications such as PMI, AACEi, ISPE or similar are a plus
  • Fluent in English, German is a strong advantage

 

Our offer

  • A dynamic and rapidly growing work environment with internal development opportunities
  • Flexible working hours with home office days and an option for obtaining additional vacation days through workload reduction
  • Employee development through numerous internal and external training opportunities
  • 60% coverage of pension fund contributions by Bachem as well as option for extra-mandatory pension provision with our Pension Plan Plus
  • Access to benefits platform with discounts from external partners

At Bachem, you’ll find a diverse, multicultural team. The (a) in the job title stands for all. We welcome applications from all candidates. What matters are your skills and motivation—regardless of age, gender, background, religion, or sexual orientation.

Please note: unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be considered.

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