Panda International

Engineering Project Manager

Amsterdam, NH, NL

14 days ago
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Summary

We are currently seeking an experienced Project Manager with a strong engineering or technical background to lead cross-functional initiatives within a GxP-regulated biopharmaceutical environment. The role involves overseeing the full project lifecycle – from scoping and execution to closure and process handover – with a focus on strategic improvement, compliance, and stakeholder alignment.


Interviews and offer can happen this week so get in touch ASAP to discuss further!


Key Responsibilities:

  • Project Initiation: Define and align project scope, timelines, roles, stakeholders, risks, and budget. Prepare business cases and secure sponsor approval.
  • Execution & Delivery: Lead and manage cross-functional teams across departments. Monitor progress, control scope, timelines, quality, and cost. Proactively manage risks and escalate where needed.
  • Governance & Reporting: Report project status, risks, and milestones to sponsors and steering committees. Ensure clear stakeholder communication and alignment.
  • Closure & Handover: Document results and lessons learned. Oversee formal handover to operations and ensure contract and documentation closure.
  • Coaching & Process Improvement: Coach junior project leads and contribute to the improvement of internal project management methodologies. Advise senior management on strategic opportunities.
  • GxP Compliance: Ensure adherence to existing and emerging GxP regulations. Participate in or advise on SOPs, deviations, and change control processes. Complete required GxP training.


Your Profile:

  • Master's degree (or HBO+ with significant experience) in Biotechnology, Chemical/Process Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field.
  • 8+ years in the pharmaceutical/biotech sector
  • 4+ years in (strategic) project management
  • Proven experience in GxP-regulated environments
  • Certified in project management (e.g., Prince2 Practitioner, PMI PMP)


Key Skills:

  • Strong leadership and stakeholder management
  • Structured, independent, and results-driven
  • Fluent in Dutch and English (written and spoken)
  • High integrity, detail-oriented, and resilient under pressure
  • Excellent communication and team collaboration skills


Interested? Apply below or send your CV to [email protected] to discuss further!

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