Factory Project Manager Jobs

A Factory Project Manager job has become available at a rapidly expanding medical devices manufacturer, to manage the greenfield factory expansion.

About The Factory Project Manager Role

Due to excellent results and future expansion plans, as the Factory Project Manager for a newly created factory, your primary responsibility is to oversee the successful planning, execution, and completion of the end-to-end factory project from construction to commission of all machinery. Your role is crucial in ensuring that the project is delivered on time, within budget, and according to the required quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Budget Management: Create and manage the project budget, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost control throughout the construction process. Regularly review and update the budget as needed
• Project Execution: Coordinate and supervise all construction activities, ensuring adherence to project plans, specifications, and regulatory requirements. Monitor the work of contractors, subcontractors, and suppliers to ensure timely completion and quality standards
• Resource Management: Identify the necessary resources, both human and material, required for the construction of the factory. Allocate resources efficiently and ensure their availability as per project requirements
• Quality Assurance: Implement quality control measures to ensure that the construction work meets the specified standards and complies with relevant regulations. Conduct regular inspections and collaborate with the quality assurance team to address any deficiencies or non-conformities
• Change Management: Manage change requests and variations that may arise during the project, assessing their impact on the project scope, schedule, and budget. Coordinate with relevant stakeholders to evaluate and implement changes effectively
• Project Planning: Develop a comprehensive project plan that outlines the project scope, objectives, timelines, resource requirements, and budgetary considerations. Coordinate with stakeholders to define project deliverables and milestones
• Project Documentation: Maintain accurate and up-to-date project documentation, including contracts, permits, drawings, specifications, change orders, and progress reports. Ensure that all documentation is properly organised and accessible for future reference
• Risk Assessment and Mitigation: Identify potential risks and challenges that may impact the project's timeline, budget, or quality. Develop risk management strategies and mitigation plans to minimise or eliminate risks
• Stakeholder Communication: Maintain effective communication channels with all project stakeholders, including clients, contractors, architects, engineers, and regulatory authorities. Provide regular updates on project progress, address concerns, and manage expectations

To succeed in this Factory Project Manager role, you must have the project management skills.

Key Requirements

• Project Management Skills: Proficient in project management methodologies, tools, and software. Ability to develop and manage project plans, budgets, and schedules effectively. Strong organisational, analytical, and problem-solving skills
• Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and manage risks effectively. Experience in developing risk mitigation strategies and contingency plans
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail to ensure that project specifications and quality standards are met. Ability to review and interpret technical drawings and documents accurately
• Experience: Typically, a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is required. Relevant experience as a Project Manager in factory or manufacturing setting
• Time Management: Excellent time management skills to prioritise tasks, manage competing deadlines, and keep the project on schedule
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements, unforeseen challenges, and evolving circumstances. Ability to make informed decisions under pressure
• Leadership and Communication: Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills to effectively manage and motivate a diverse team of professionals. Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, to facilitate clear and concise communication with stakeholders

This leading medical device manufacturing has an outstanding international reputation in its field and great value is placed on training and development. With a huge volume of market needs, this is a great brand to join at an exciting time in their development.

If you are a progressive Factory Project Manager with a can-do attitude, this Factory Project Manager role is an excellent opportunity to work with an industry leader that is constantly breaking new ground.

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