Automation Project Manager

Main Responsibilities:

• Ensure the project is delivered on-time, within scope and within budget
• Ensure all project deliverables and documentation are complete and of high quality
• Manage project stakeholders
• Discuss and report on the project in non-technical terms with the end user.
• Coordinate resources for the execution of a project
• Assist in the definition of project scope and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders
• Develop a detailed project plan to monitor and track progress
• Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule and project costs
• Measure and report project performance daily and produce a formal bi-weekly project report
• Work independently and drive the project team to achieve project goals
• Develop and deliver presentations to all levels of management and stakeholders
• Identify, address and adequately escalate project risks and issues, in a timely manner
• Adhere to the Client and / or Zenith project management standards and procedures
• Liaise with and Manage all external third party stakeholders

Main Requirements

• The successful candidate should ideally possess a Bachelors or Master's Degree in Engineering, Information Systems or Computer Science
• At least 1-10 years' experience in the Automation Project Management role
• The candidate will have demonstrated proficiency in communicating and collaborating at a variety of levels, coupled with excellent organization and planning skills.
• Ideally have experience with Bio Pharma IT systems or Bio Pharma Lab IT Systems
• Excellent organizational, prioritisation and time management skills
• Good analytical, design and problem solving skills
• Excellent business communication and interpersonal skills
• Willing to be flexible and to work irregular hours on occasion, e.g. around go-live dates.
• Familiarity in S88 automation principles and technologies
• Familiarity with IT Shop floor infrastructure
• Familiarity with GMP qualification requirements
• Good communication and documentation (SDLC) skills are key requirements
• Experience with developing Validation Plans & Test documentation for Automation Systems
• Ability to co-operate and work well with others in the pursuit of team goals
• Strong oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills