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Project Manager - US, North Carolina - Long Term ContractOur client, a global pharmaceutical manufacturing organization are looking for a talented Project Manager to join their expanding team. With continued organizational growth and considerable investment across their portfolio and capital programs this is an extremely exciting opportunity to contribute towards their brand-new manufacturing facility on the East Coast of the United States. What you'll do: Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of capital projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives, schedule, and budget.Develop and manage project scopes, budgets, schedules, and risk assessments, driving accountability across teams.Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders, including engineering, operations, quality, procurement, and regulatory teams, to ensure seamless project execution.Manage contractor and vendor relationships, overseeing procurement, contract negotiations, and project execution. What you'll need: Extensive experience in capital project management within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or life sciences industry.Proven track record of delivering complex capital projects on time and within budget.Experience managing process equipment, utilities, automation systems, and facility expansions.Strong leadership and communication skills (written and verbal), with the ability to influence, negotiate, and build relationships with stakeholders at all levels. If you are interested, please apply now for immediate consideration and further information.#LI-MC1

Automation Engineer - Ireland, Dublin - 12 Months Initial ContractDo you want to be involved with exciting pharmaceutical projects? When it comes to the development and production of veterinary vaccines, our pharmaceutical client has the largest centre in the industry worldwide and is a Centre of Excellence; employing more than 1000 people. They are looking to add to their team and require a Automation Engineer. What you'll do: Partner with local site project teams to scope changes on the PLC systemMaintain Inventory and control upgrades to PLC/SCADA systemsFollow the SDLC Procedure to implement changes (covering RS updates, RTM Change control, Implementation and test)Assist in integrating PLC/SCADA systems to core systems on the Manufacturing network including the site historian, Time server, central software repository etc. What you'll need: Experience in the commissioning of PLC/SCADA systems at a GMP manufacturing site.Experience with Siemens software including TIA Portal, WinCC, PM-Analyse, Simatic LogonExperience interfacing to control systems via common industrial protocols such as OPC UA, Profibus, Profinet, MODBUS (RTU and TCP) If this role is of interest to you, please apply now!#LI-WS1

CSV Engineer - Automation/Compliance - Ireland, Carlow - 11 Months Initial ContractDo you want to be involved with exciting pharmaceutical projects? When it comes to the development and production of veterinary vaccines, our pharmaceutical client has the largest centre in the industry worldwide and is a Centre of Excellence; employing more than 1000 people. They are looking to add to their team and require a CSV Engineer. What you'll do: Ensure compliance with Global SDLC/CSV and IT Security policies and proceduresEnsure supply of all compliance components required to deliver high quality product through tactical planning and execution of project and compliance deliverables.Participate and Comply with the MMD Quality Management System (QMS) requirements, including Chapter 14 (Computer Systems) and EU Annex 11, 21 CFR Part 11, MHRA (UK) GMP Data Integrity guidelines, Sarbanes-Oxley (SOX) regulations. What you'll need: Ability to participate in highly effective teams.Ability to work with all levels of business customers in a highly dynamic environment.Degree qualification (Science, Engineering, Technical).Extensive GxP experience in Computer System Validation (life science, pharma, medical devices) If this role is of interest to you, please apply now!#LI-CH3

Senior sales Manager – Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire – Excellent Benefits We have an amazing opportunity for a Senior sales Manager to join our team in our UK office! At QCS Staffing, we’ve been delivering expert talent solutions in five of the world’s fasted growing sectors, and sourcing candidates from all over the globe for over 33 years!  With over 150 employees across our offices in the UK, US, and Europe, we are constantly on the hunt for eager individuals to join our team. What we provide: An inclusive ‘one team’ ethos, with endless socials, charity events and celebrations!Fantastic career progression opportunities, award-winning training and development programs (we invest in YOU)Private Healthcare & Pension planEarly finish on a FridayHybrid workingEnhanced maternity and paternity pay Paid parking  What you’ll do: To proactively identify and develop new business contacts to generate requests for contractors.Build and implement detailed and effective plans to achieve sales, financial and budgetary objectives, incorporating accurate performance monitoring with regular reports and forecasts as required.Identify business objectives and critical success factors to support supervision and management of daily sales and administrative activity.Agree individual objectives with direct reports setting clear review schedules and performance guidelines. Maintaining regular monitoring of these objectives between the reporting periods.  What you’ll need: The ability to work closely with people and to be genuinely interested in their myriad ideas, problems, concerns and hopes.Ability to problem solve under considerable pressure featuresShe/he needs to be a skilled organiser who can prioritise, cope with and respond to many issues simultaneously.Strong time management/ planning skills. If you're driven, curious, and love working with incredible people - apply now and grow with us!#LI-PT1

Work Package Owner - Ireland/Remote - 12 Month ContractHow would you like the opportunity to work with in one of the largest biopharmaceutical projects in the country? If yes, then this is the assignment for you!Our client is currently seeking the skills of a Work Package Owner to join their team. Our client develops and delivers life changing medicines to millions of people globally and as part of their growth. With their Drug Substance (DS) manufacturing network growing rapidly, they are committed to growing their portfolio of commercial biologics products supplied worldwide – and this is your opportunity to be involved!What you'll do: Assists project manager or line manager within project leadership in planning and delivering defined work scope on a project to meet agreed schedule and budget.Coordinates with all projects related members on day-to-day progress of work activities to ensure timely completion of a project.Acts as a package lead or area lead within a project.Prepares regular project reports and presentations for key stakeholders. What you'll need: Take lead of the equipment facility fit out for our Singapore siteSupporting the detailed Design activities for DS process equipment. (Bioreactors / Chromatography Skids)The candidate should have experience of DSP in a life sciences context.The role is execution focused (as with all WPOs) rather than been a lab ‘subject matter expert’ the person needs to coordinate and drive the package forwards If this role is of interest to you, please apply now!#LI-LP1

Work Package Owner - UK/Remote- 12 Month ContractHow would you like the opportunity to work with in one of the largest biopharmaceutical projects in the country? If yes, then this is the assignment for you!Our client is currently seeking the skills of a Work Package Owner to join their team. Our client develops and delivers life changing medicines to millions of people globally and as part of their growth. With their Drug Substance (DS) manufacturing network growing rapidly, they are committed to growing their portfolio of commercial biologics products supplied worldwide – and this is your opportunity to be involved!What you'll do: Assists project manager or line manager within project leadership in planning and delivering defined work scope on a project to meet agreed schedule and budget.Coordinates with all projects related members on day-to-day progress of work activities to ensure timely completion of a project.Acts as a package lead or area lead within a project.Prepares regular project reports and presentations for key stakeholders. What you'll need: Take lead of the equipment facility fit out for our Singapore siteSupporting the detailed Design activities for DS process equipment. (Bioreactors / Chromatography Skids)The candidate should have experience of DSP in a life sciences context.The role is execution focused (as with all WPOs) rather than been a lab ‘subject matter expert’ the person needs to coordinate and drive the package forwards If this role is of interest to you, please apply now! #LI-SC1

Automation Technical Lead - Germany, Frankfurt - 18 Month ContractLooking to take your career to the next level? We’re recruiting for a high-impact pharmaceutical project located near Frankfurt. With major capital investment experience driving various facility build projects. This is a unique opportunity for a Automation Technical Lead to join a global leader in the life sciences market and play a key role in shaping the future of advanced manufacturing. What you’ll do: Lead and mentor a subcontracted team of senior commissioning engineers, serving as the primary technical authority and ensuring best practices during installation, commissioning, and qualification phases.Oversee and participate in commissioning and qualification testing for SRMs, conveyors, and AGVs, providing hands-on troubleshooting and developing technical procedures.Lead integration efforts between automated equipment and site automation systems (e.g., MES, WMS), including source code review and compliance management.Drive continuous improvement initiatives and facilitate knowledge sharing across teams, supporting training and development. What you’ll need: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Automation Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.Extensive experience in automation engineering, with significant hands-on commissioning and troubleshooting experience.Proven track record as a technical lead or team supervisor in large-scale automation projects.Experience with system integration to MES/WMS and other site automation platforms. Don’t miss your chance to be part of something extraordinary, apply now and let’s talk!#LI-EB1

Qualified Person - 12-months - IrelandOne of the top 10 best companies to work in Ireland is looking for a Qualified Person for their large-scale new facility in Ireland. Is this you? An exciting project there is lots of opportunity to learn new technology and develop current skills within a fast paced €1 billion project. This fantastic client offers the opportunity to work within a large-scale environment with cutting edge technology.What you'll do:  Review and approve QA/QP procedures, training materials, and Quality Agreements.Support start-up activities, including Manufacturer/Importation Authorisation submissions and knowledge transfer.Perform QP release of Investigational Medicinal Products (IMPs) in line with regulatory requirements.Provide guidance during Health Authority GMP/GDP inspections and audits.Advise stakeholders on quality issue management and process improvements.Maintain Site Master File and oversee Manufacturer/Importation Authorisation updates.Ensure rapid communication of significant quality issues to senior management.Review and approve procedural documents and participate in cross-functional teams.Influence external regulatory environment through interactions with authorities and industry groups.Identify risk areas and contribute to global audit planning.Supervise QA personnel and champion continuous improvement initiatives. What you'll need:  Degree in science, engineering, or related discipline.Extensive experience in biopharmaceutical/pharmaceutical industry quality roles.Eligibility to act as EU Qualified Person under Manufacturing/Importation Authorisation.Experience with QP release of IMPs (preferred) and Responsible Person on WDA (desirable).Strong knowledge of ICH/GMP, data integrity, regulatory guidelines, and clinical supply chain processes.Proven leadership and influence management skills in a global matrix environment.Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.Commitment to fostering a culture of continuous improvement and compliance. If this role is of interest, please apply now!#LI-JS4

Project Engineer - Ireland - 12-months contract Our client is one of the world’s largest pharmaceutical organisations. With continued organisational growth including ongoing investment across the portfolio and capital projects programme at their manufacturing facility in Bray, an excellent opportunity has arisen for a Project Engineer to join the team. What you'll do:  Lead and execute medium to large-scale capital projects using structured project management methodologies.Deliver projects on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards while managing risk.Coordinate and supervise all project activities through the full lifecycle—from initiation to handover.Manage cross-functional teams of internal and external specialists.Ensure compliance with PMM, cGMP, GEP, and organizational standards.Facilitate stakeholder engagement, problem-solving sessions, and alignment with business strategy.Oversee quality systems, EHS compliance, and readiness for inspections.Manage procurement, accounting compliance, and supplier relationships.Execute packaging-related projects such as blister line upgrades, NPI format parts procurement, and general asset care improvements. What you'll need:  Bachelor’s degree in engineering, science, or related technical field (engineering preferred).Extensive experience managing projects through the full lifecycle, including design, CapEx, procurement, scheduling, and CQV.Strong background in pharmaceutical or biotech environments and large company settings.Hands-on approach with experience supervising installation activities on-site.Expertise in project management methodologies and familiarity with GMP regulations.Strong financial acumen, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.Ability to analyze and solve complex problems with innovative solutions.High awareness of Quality, EHS, and risk management standards.Certified Project Manager (IPMA or PMI) is a plus. If this role is of interest to you, please apply today! #LI-JS4