Senior Project Lead

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Description: The Project Manager Automation GAHM IT (Information Technology) (Global Animal Health Manufacturing IT) supports the realization of value through understanding business processes, followed by identification, implementation, and realization of appropriate and right-sized IT solutions at the GAHM site operations. The PM (Project Management) will lead and coordinate all activities within the project's scope and ensure delivery on time and within agreed budgets. Additionally, the PM will assure full and continuous compliancy with regulatory and company requirements, for example CSV (Computerized Systems Validation) and SDLC (Software Development Lifecycle). Responsibilities: • Define and maintain Project Scope (incl. cost, quality, and timelines) via the GAHM-IT Statement of Work • Define and maintain WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) & Project Schedule for IT/OT activities in alignment with all project stakeholders • Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget • Ensure resource availability/allocation to projects on time • Define and maintain IT/OT project risks • Monitor cost / schedule variance • Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of multiple projects • Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques • Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term Milestones/goals • Meet budgetary objectives and adjust project constraints based on financial analysis • Facilitate project status reports to project stakeholders • Communication on project status and performance throughout all the project stages with all project stakeholders • Partner with platform teams to conceptualize solution architectures adhering to documented directions and standards while addressing business strategies, business capability requirements, business processes, information assets, and the operating model of the client business area • Guard GAHM IT way of working Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in business information systems or related discipline, or equivalent and extensive related project experience. • Experienced in managing projects • Able to facilitate organizational change management. • Strong business acumen, and easy rapport with peers and executives • Organizational savvy; leveraging social network to escape hierarchy. Adept at managing diverse relationships across expertise, geography, and culture. • Open and receptive to listening, and discerning pain points; Embraces innovative ideas, evidence and fosters a collaborative atmosphere • Automation domain knowledge (ISA 95 level 2/3) • Experience in working with PLC/SCADA systems, PCS7 etc. • Experience in the pharmaceutical (GxP (Good (anything) Practices)) or similar industry • Must have hands on experience with MS Project and Power BI (Business Intelligence) • PMP/ Prince certification is preferred Key Responsibilities Description: The Project Manager Automation GAHM IT (Information Technology) (Global Animal Health Manufacturing IT) supports the realization of value through understanding business processes, followed by identification, implementation, and realization of appropriate and right-sized IT solutions at the GAHM site operations. The PM (Project Management) will lead and coordinate all activities within the project's scope and ensure delivery on time and within agreed budgets. Additionally, the PM will assure full and continuous compliancy with regulatory and company requirements, for example CSV (Computerized Systems Validation) and SDLC (Software Development Lifecycle). Responsibilities: • Define and maintain Project Scope (incl. cost, quality, and timelines) via the GAHM-IT Statement of Work • Define and maintain WBS (Work Breakdown Structure) & Project Schedule for IT/OT activities in alignment with all project stakeholders • Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget • Ensure resource availability/allocation to projects on time • Define and maintain IT/OT project risks • Monitor cost / schedule variance • Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of multiple projects • Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques • Track project performance, specifically to analyze the successful completion of short and long-term Milestones/goals • Meet budgetary objectives and adjust project constraints based on financial analysis • Facilitate project status reports to project stakeholders • Communication on project status and performance throughout all the project stages with all project stakeholders • Partner with platform teams to conceptualize solution architectures adhering to documented directions and standards while addressing business strategies, business capability requirements, business processes, information assets, and the operating model of the client business area • Guard GAHM IT way of working Qualifications: • Bachelor's degree in business information systems or related discipline, or equivalent and extensive related project experience. • Experienced in managing projects • Able to facilitate organizational change management. • Strong business acumen, and easy rapport with peers and executives • Organizational savvy; leveraging social network to escape hierarchy. Adept at managing diverse relationships across expertise, geography, and culture. • Open and receptive to listening, and discerning pain points; Embraces innovative ideas, evidence and fosters a collaborative atmosphere • Automation domain knowledge (ISA 95 level 2/3) • Experience in working with PLC/SCADA systems, PCS7 etc. • Experience in the pharmaceutical (GxP (Good (anything) Practices)) or similar industry • Must have hands on experience with MS Project and Power BI (Business Intelligence) • PMP/ Prince certification is preferred Skill Requirements Other Requirements Apply now Information at a Glance Why HCLTech? At HCLTech, you'll supercharge your potential. You'll find your career. And you'll find your spark. All at a place that knows that helping its customers stay on top starts by putting its people first. 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