Support the Engineering studies to define the scope, pass the scope through funding processes and lead the procurement and engineering process once the funding has been received
Identify appropriate staff for the Engineering project execution
Define together with Purchasing the best contract model for all key steps from Detail Engineering, Construction & C&Q activities
Collaborate strongly with IFF Program teams to manage basic engineering studies with optimized solutions leveraging Frankfurt process replication while integrating China local rules & codes
Collaborate strongly with the Production unit, maintenance and site engineering to map project co-activity
Build an alligned strategy with Program Design team, purchasing & Engineering to identify best contractors to secure construction down to mechanical completion. Lead selected engineering contractors to deliver project objectives
Study & build the project in accordance with EHS, Quality, Business & User requirements with focus on design to cost solutions
Implement Project Controls & Planning with appropriate SOPs
Implement standard reporting (Monthly Project Report) to manage and communicate on Safety, Cost, Planning & Performance
Strengthen leadership and organizational capabilities within the team while building and sustaining a high performance management team
Anticipate, identify and communicate project risks on & across the site
Track action plans to manage risk all along the project and assist site teams during PQ & validation activities before full handover
Master’s degree in mechanical or Process Engineering with at least 15 years of experience in pharmaceutical industries leading Tier 1 project; experience within Pharmaceutical facility start-up or manufacturing position with proven leadership record
Ability to manage projects in a complex environment while achieving significant business results; Languages: fluency in german and english; Other languages will be appreciated