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The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) Project Manager - Infrastructure (Laboratory Expansion) - Contract in Hyderabad, India

Description

Who is USP?

The U.S. Pharmacopeial Convention (USP) USP is an independent scientific organization that collaborates with the world's top experts in health and science to develop quality standards for medicines, dietary supplements, and food ingredients. USP's fundamental belief that Equity = Excellence manifests in our core value of Passion for Quality through our more than 1,100 talented professionals across five global locations to deliver the mission to strengthen the supply of safe, quality medicines and supplements worldwide.

Brief Job Overview

This is supervisory position responsible for expansion activities at Unit I & Unit II, IKP. The role requires proactiveness as a key requirement and the applicant is expected to supervise team of project supervisors and handle day-to-day project coordination with various contractors, agencies, vendor, landlord’s team and USP staff for timely delivery of project activities.

How will YOU create an impact here at USP?

Position Description : -

The incumbent will be responsible for driving activities related to Infrastructure Set-up of Laboratory Expansion Project based in Hyderabad.

  1. Well versed with MS Project, Project Charters, Other Tools & Technics to prepare & manage project timelines, cost estimates, etc.

  2. Excellent knowledge in project planning, tracking & reporting. Creating baseline project schedules & tracking the completion of project deliverables, tasks, activities & milestones.

  3. Excellent knowledge in setting up laboratory including its utility equipment.

  4. Excellent knowledge in designing and planning utilities such as chilled water lines, hot water lines, HVAC systems with 100% exhaust, humidity controlled labs, potent labs, gas systems as required for laboratory operations.

  5. Experience/exposure to electrical installations and distribution, FAS, PAS, BMS, CCTV and access control systems.

  6. Interfaces with bid proposal team to provide input to future work & ensure smooth implementation.

  7. To collaborate with various internal & external stakeholders during project activities.

  8. To prepare financial forecast & communicate with stakeholders.

  9. Coordinate & follow-up with stakeholders for task completion as per timelines.

  10. Ability to understand statutory provisions related to office infrastructure & R&D setups.

  11. To communicate progress to Leadership team from time to time.

  12. Ability to coordinate with Architect, PMC Consultants, Vendors & Contractors for timely work execution, verification of actual deliverables, etc.

  13. To handle team of project supervisors working at site and guiding them as necessary.

  14. To coordinate with landlord / property owners and statutory authorities as and when needed

Who is USP Looking For?

The successful candidate will have a demonstrated understanding of our mission, commitment to excellence through inclusive and equitable behaviors and practices, ability to quickly build credibility with stakeholders, along with the following competencies and experience:

  1. Minimum 10+ years of experience in handling multiple interior, office or pharma laboratory setup activities.

  2. Must have excellent knowledge of MS Project, Project Charters, Other Tools & Technics related to project activities.

  3. Bachelor's degree in engineering will be added advantage.

  4. Excellent analytical and communication skills.

  5. Good understanding of project performance matrix.

  6. Knowledge and experience in local authority procedures.

  7. Ability to manage & prioritize own workload & work with limited supervision.

Additional Desired Preferences

Desired preferences are to showcase any additional preferred levels of expertise to perform the role. Reminder: any items listed in this section are not requirements nor disqualifies for candidate consideration.

  • Prior experience in pharmaceutical and scientific R&D industry under project.

  • Results driven with demonstrated successful outcomes.

  • Ability and desire to work well with diverse employees and customers in a cooperative and professional way.

  • Ability to handle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

  • Excellent written and verbal communications skills.

  • Able to work flexible hours when needed and can be available on short notice to support requests during unusual hours, especially early or late in the day during the business week.

Supervisory Responsibilities

2 to 3 Project Supervisors working under contractual role.

Benefits

USP provides you with the benefits you need to protect yourself and your family today and tomorrow. From company-paid time off, comprehensive healthcare options to retirement savings, you can have peace of mind that your personal and financial wellbeing is protected.

COVID-19 Vaccination Policy (will apply to the selected candidate(s) hired):

As a condition of employment with the United States Pharmacopeial Convention's (USP) duty to provide and maintain a workplace free of known hazards, all employees and contingent staff hired after July 1st, 2021, must be fully vaccinated unless a reasonable accommodation is approved. Your recruiter will advise accordingly.

USP is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer (EEOE) and affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment in all aspects of our work—from the standards we make to the partnerships and conversations we cultivate. An environment where every employee feels fully empowered and valued irrespective of, but not limited to, personality, race, ethnicity, physical and mental abilities, education, religion, gender identity and expression, life experience, sexual orientation, country of origin, regional differences, work experience, and family status. We are committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities.

Note: USP does not accept unsolicited resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies and is not responsible for fees from recruiters or other agencies except under specific written agreement with USP.

Job Category Contingent Staff

Job Type Full-Time

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