Job#: 3010963

Job Description:

Project Manager Role Onsite in Clayton, NC

• Onsite – 5 days/week direct customer contact.

• Will not be paid for Relocation.

Position Requirements

• Identify, develop and manage interface agreements between the central team,

local site, work packages vendors and functional areas to include milestones and

schedules in high level of detail.

• Ability to create detailed project plans and business cases suitable for

presentation to leadership

• Coordination of program level and local stakeholders for coordination and

discovery efforts to close program gaps

• Provide periodic project status updates & identify current risk assessments,

mitigation of risks, etc.

• Responsible for adherence to mechanisms for monitoring project progress,

intervention & problem solving with line managers or personnel.

• Discover and evaluate to ensure installation, troubleshooting, qualification &

validation of buildings & equipment meets all commitments defined in the project.

• Follow all safety & environmental requirements in the performance of duties.

• Lead / manage the execution of capital projects according to company policies &

procedures.

• Work with outside design firms as needed to bring projects (equipment &/or

building) from conceptual design phase to execution

• Maintain effective communication & ensure alignment in coordination with multiple

project teams.

• Manage major milestones, schedules & monthly cost plans through Clarity PEM

process.

• Responsible for stakeholder management & communications to management,

project team & other involved units.

• Assist with any training required of personnel supporting the project.

• Responsible for managing project change control process to ensure project

remains within defined scope, budget & schedule.

• Tracking project performance, metrics & KPI’s.

Required Skillsets

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related technical field or equivalent

combination of experience & education required.

• Advanced Project Management competencies obtained through relevant PM

training or experience preferred.

• Minimum five (5) years of engineering experience in facility infrastructure as well

as manufacturing experience in a pharmaceutical environment preferred.

• Minimum five (5) years of proven project / portfolio management skills with major

capital projects preferred.

• Ability to read/review design drawings (CAD) with a basic understanding of P&ID,

HVAC, & electrical systems preferred.

• Understanding of complicated product documentation & standard operating

procedures with attention to high-level concepts preferred.

• Working knowledge/experience of building & utility equipment preferred.

• Demonstrates functional/business understanding preferred.

• Demonstrates superior written & oral communication skills preferred.

• Extensive knowledge of project management preferred.

• Develops & maintains strong internal relationships preferred.

• Proficiency at problem solving, negotiation, conflict management, & interpersonal

skills preferred.

• Demonstrates leadership skills; can act as project lead & lead cross functional

project teams in the development & implementation of projects preferred.

• Has the ability to influence others on objectives & projects outcomes preferred

Basic understanding of contractual documents & ability to create work plans &

detailed project schedules preferred.

• Proven project management experience with direct management of multiple

projects simultaneously preferred.

• Proven expertise in mentoring/development, planning/organizing, managing

execution, & revising the work plan for complex problems solved by cross

functional teams preferred.

• Initiative, ability to function independently preferred.

• Good judgment in decision making as well as very good leadership skills

preferred.

• Must Function well in team environment.

Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.