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Job Function Project/Program Management Group
Job Sub Function Project/Program Management
Job Category Professional
All Job Posting Locations Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Job Description The Senior Project Manager serves as a senior technical leader on capital projects, ensuring alignment to J&J standards and regulatory requirements. This role leads large capital projects, partnering with Quality, EHS, Operations, and external A&E/CM firms.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Project Leadership & Delivery Lead large capital projects across all project phases (planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning).
Coordinate multi-functional engineering strategies to meet schedule, budget, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Technical Authority & Governance Act as the senior technical authority, review and approve engineering design changes, and technical submittals.
Ensure engineering solutions align with J&J standards, industry codes, and regulatory expectations.
Budget & Cost Management Lead multi‑million‑dollar capital budgets for assigned projects, monitor costs, and support procurement and contractor selection and evaluation.
Participate in contractor bid reviews and support value‑engineering decisions.
Scheduling, Risk & Performance Management Lead schedule development and integration with program timelines; identify critical path items and drive mitigation.
Maintain a proactive risk register, recommend mitigations, and track performance metrics.
Construction Management & Field Leadership Provide senior owner‑side engineering oversight during construction and commissioning; ensure contractor performance aligns with design intent and J&J EHS standards.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure EHS compliance on site.
Documentation & Reporting Maintain detailed engineering records, design documentation, and as‑built information.
Prepare and present executive‑level status updates, technical summaries, and risk briefings.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management required; Master’s degree preferred.
10+ years of experience leading capital projects, preferably in regulated industries (pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or similar).
Demonstrated owner‑side engineering leadership and experience working with A&E and Construction Management firms.
Experience leading multi‑discipline teams and collaborating with quality, EHS, operations, and external consultants.
Skills & Competencies
Strong technical judgment and problem‑solving skills.
Excellent communication and leadership skills for multi‑functional and executive interactions.
Proven track record to lead budgets, schedules, and complex contractor relationships.
Familiarity with regulatory expectations for facilities in regulated industries.
Proficiency with project management and engineering documentation tools.
Location of Role Primary Location: Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Language Requirements Proficiency: English & German
Travel Requirements This position will require limited travel (less than 10%) domestic and international travel.
Diversity & Inclusion Johnson & Johnson is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
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As guided by Our Credo, Johnson & Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson & Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.
Job Function Project/Program Management Group
Job Sub Function Project/Program Management
Job Category Professional
All Job Posting Locations Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Job Description The Senior Project Manager serves as a senior technical leader on capital projects, ensuring alignment to J&J standards and regulatory requirements. This role leads large capital projects, partnering with Quality, EHS, Operations, and external A&E/CM firms.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Project Leadership & Delivery Lead large capital projects across all project phases (planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning).
Coordinate multi-functional engineering strategies to meet schedule, budget, quality, and regulatory requirements.
Technical Authority & Governance Act as the senior technical authority, review and approve engineering design changes, and technical submittals.
Ensure engineering solutions align with J&J standards, industry codes, and regulatory expectations.
Budget & Cost Management Lead multi‑million‑dollar capital budgets for assigned projects, monitor costs, and support procurement and contractor selection and evaluation.
Participate in contractor bid reviews and support value‑engineering decisions.
Scheduling, Risk & Performance Management Lead schedule development and integration with program timelines; identify critical path items and drive mitigation.
Maintain a proactive risk register, recommend mitigations, and track performance metrics.
Construction Management & Field Leadership Provide senior owner‑side engineering oversight during construction and commissioning; ensure contractor performance aligns with design intent and J&J EHS standards.
Promote a strong safety culture and ensure EHS compliance on site.
Documentation & Reporting Maintain detailed engineering records, design documentation, and as‑built information.
Prepare and present executive‑level status updates, technical summaries, and risk briefings.
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management required; Master’s degree preferred.
10+ years of experience leading capital projects, preferably in regulated industries (pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, or similar).
Demonstrated owner‑side engineering leadership and experience working with A&E and Construction Management firms.
Experience leading multi‑discipline teams and collaborating with quality, EHS, operations, and external consultants.
Skills & Competencies
Strong technical judgment and problem‑solving skills.
Excellent communication and leadership skills for multi‑functional and executive interactions.
Proven track record to lead budgets, schedules, and complex contractor relationships.
Familiarity with regulatory expectations for facilities in regulated industries.
Proficiency with project management and engineering documentation tools.
Location of Role Primary Location: Schaffhausen, Switzerland
Language Requirements Proficiency: English & German
Travel Requirements This position will require limited travel (less than 10%) domestic and international travel.
Diversity & Inclusion Johnson & Johnson is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
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Sr Project Manager Arbeitgeber: Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine
Johnson & Johnson ist ein hervorragender Arbeitgeber, der seinen Mitarbeitern in Allschwil, Schweiz, eine inspirierende Arbeitsumgebung bietet, in der Innovation und Teamarbeit im Mittelpunkt stehen. Mit einem starken Fokus auf persönliche Entwicklung und einer Kultur der kontinuierlichen Verbesserung fördert das Unternehmen die berufliche Entfaltung seiner Mitarbeiter durch umfassende Schulungs- und Aufstiegsmöglichkeiten. Darüber hinaus profitieren die Mitarbeiter von wettbewerbsfähigen Vergütungen und umfangreichen Sozialleistungen, die ihre Lebensqualität unterstützen und ihnen helfen, einen positiven Einfluss auf die Gesundheit der Menschen weltweit zu haben.
Kontaktdaten:
Johnson & Johnson Innovative Medicine Recruiting-Team
