Director, Automation

Overview Washington, District Of Columbia, United States Welcome to the forefront of innovation in cutting edge patient centered treatments. We are seeking a Director, Automation to join our high performing organization. As a leader within the life science industry, we push the boundaries of what is possible and redefine standards of excellence. Our dynamic team is focused on delivering high quality work for our partners and changing the lives of patients across the globe. If you are driven by innovation, thrive in a fast paced environment, love to travel, and want to make a real impact, Project Farma invites you to join our team. Candidates can be based out of any geography but are expected to be onsite at a client's manufacturing plant. This is a billable, client-facing role focused on training, mentoring, and coaching teams in the evolution and continued operational excellence of Project Farmas practice areas. Success requires technical expertise, business acumen, advanced people skills, and a consulting mindset to deliver technical and business solutions. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. We will not sponsor visa applications for this position. This role may require significant travel to support project and business needs. A valid driver's license is required. Essential functions of the position Project Delivery and Team Member Development Manage teams at various client sites to ensure consistency of technical services, in line with Project Farma processes and standards, and responsive to client and employee requirements. Identify and implement employee performance and development plans to meet individual and organizational goals. Direct and manage teams delivering projects with responsibility for technical solutions, cost, quality, and client satisfaction. Lead initiatives by ensuring team members understand goals and responsibilities, manage priorities, and ensure timely, high-quality work. Support project direction and strategy based on client vision and expected outcomes throughout the project delivery life cycle. Support resource planning and define project objectives and requirements. Serve as Subject Matter Expert providing technical direction, training, career development and performance assessments to ensure high-quality delivery. Build and maintain high-performing teams to ensure successful account management and growth. Business Development & Strategy Drive Project Farmas business development initiatives across assigned accounts by proactively identifying opportunities to expand services. Review and populate site dashboards to guide project health and expansion opportunities. Lead and execute client project initiatives to identify new or added services for mutual benefit. Assist in developing, implementing, and executing strategic plans to meet growth targets. Support maintenance of client accounts with a focus on project delivery and growth. Collaborate with client leadership to facilitate workflow development, project scope, risk assessment, issue resolution and forecasting. Provide direction on service and process improvements, cost reduction, and business optimization. Stay current with biomanufacturing trends and translate marketplace changes into opportunities. Support cross-site / cross-account business development tools to create multiplier effects. Examples of core services include: Capital Project Management (including Project Controls and Scheduling); Facility Management & Builds; Tech Transfers; Validation Life Cycle (including Commissioning and Qualification, Process Validation, Computer System Validation); GxP Automated Systems; Due Diligence & Business Strategy; Quality, Regulatory, & Compliance. Qualifications Bachelors Degree or Masters Degree in Life Science, Engineering, Business or related field (or equivalent work experience in CQV engineering, automation controls engineering, cGMP facility start-up, or relevant military experience). Minimum 8 years of advanced therapy, life science, pharmaceutical, or biotech experience. 6 years of experience managing high-performing teams. 4 years of business development, lead generation, or sales experience. Automation expertise in PLC, DCS, SCADA with emphasis on Emerson DeltaV, Rockwell Allen-Bradley, Siemens. Experience translating client visions into project direction and delivering results. Travel as needed to support initiatives. Experience as a trusted strategic advisor to organizational decision-makers. Proven ability to develop solutions to engineering and business problems and to manage deliverables and client expectations. Compensation and Benefits Competitive salary based on experience Discretionary annual bonus Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance from day one 401k with company match Paid time off and company holidays Company-paid maternity and parental leave Continuing education assistance About Us We are a Patient Focused, People First delivery team committed to advancing manufacturing to achieve operational excellence and accelerate speed to market for next-generation medicines. Our manufacturing playbook supports partners across the life science space with project management, validation, engineering, quality/compliance, and consulting services. We value philanthropy, teamwork, training and development, and patient-centered focus. EEO & Compliance Precision Medicine Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or other protected characteristics. We may request voluntary self-identification for government reporting purposes. Providing this information is voluntary and confidential. If you need accommodation during the application process, contact QuestionForHR@precisionmedicinegrp.com. Travel Some projects may entail travel for extended periods to support long-term client engagements in the US. #J-18808-Ljbffr