Senior Project Controls Engineer at Project Farma

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

NoVisa

Life Sciences, Biotechnology, PharmaceuticalsIndustries

Requirements

Authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis (no visa sponsorship)
Valid driver's license
Located in (or willing to independently relocate to) Chicago, IL or Indianapolis, IN (no relocation assistance)
Thrive in a fast-paced, challenging environment
Detail-oriented, organized, and exhibit natural leadership qualities
Enjoy engaging teams and mentoring others
Comfortable acting as the sole Controls consultant for a client site
Work well in a team environment and communicate to all levels of leadership
Curious, ask questions to learn and understand client projects
Philanthropic drive, embodying Patient Focused and People First Mission through professional development and philanthropic opportunities

Responsibilities

Produce key project controls deliverables, including detailed project schedules using MS Project, Oracle Primavera P6, or Smartsheets
Produce feasibility estimates, risks, forecasts, and What-if scenario analysis
Produce project cost reports and trend analysis
Produce comprehensive weekly and monthly project summary reports for stakeholders
Perform Critical Path Analysis
Prepare agendas, lead meetings, and track Risk, Actions, Issues, Decisions for the team
Develop budget estimates
Analyze complex project data and deliver clear, articulate, concise messages to support decision making
Communicate with 3rd party vendors on behalf of the client to drive to their timelines
Gain a general understanding of Earned Value Analysis and PO management tools
Maintain internal site tools such as site dashboards and deliverable trackers
Create alignment with cross-functional client departments, including Design, Construction, Validation, Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain, and Engineering
Work collaboratively with clients, vendors, contractors, and Project Farma Team Members to support biomanufacturing projects across the engineering lifecycle
Deliver high quality work, form and maintain valuable long-term client relationships, and continually strengthen technical and industry knowledge

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

Project ControlsEngineeringBiomanufacturingProject ManagementLeadershipClient ManagementVendor ManagementTeam Mentoring

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What is the location requirement for this position?

Candidates should be located in (or willing to relocate independently to) Chicago, IL or Indianapolis, IN. Project Farma does not provide relocation assistance, and this position may require significant travel to support project and business needs.

What technical skills are required for this role?

Proficiency in producing detailed project schedules using MS Project, Oracle Primavera P6, or Smartsheets is required, along with skills in feasibility estimates, risks, forecasts, what-if scenario analysis, project cost reports, trend analysis, and critical path analysis.

What is the company culture like at Project Farma?

The team is dynamic, high-performing, and composed of vibrant professionals passionate about innovation, delivering high-quality work, and making a patient impact in a fast-paced environment.

What salary or compensation is offered for this position?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What qualities make a strong candidate for this role?

Strong candidates thrive in fast-paced environments, are detail-oriented, organized, exhibit leadership qualities, enjoy mentoring teams, communicate effectively with all leadership levels, and show curiosity about client projects while embodying a patient-focused mission.

Project Farma

Biomanufacturing services for cell and gene therapy

About Project Farma

Project Farma specializes in biomanufacturing, focusing on cell and gene therapy. The company develops and implements strategies for advanced therapy facilities, helping clients create treatments that modify genes to address diseases. Their services encompass the entire lifecycle of biomanufacturing projects, including facility construction, validation, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and automation. Project Farma distinguishes itself by offering comprehensive, turnkey solutions that ensure facilities meet Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP), which is essential for producing safe therapies. Their goal is to enhance patient outcomes through effective project execution and they also emphasize philanthropy and professional development within their team.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2016Year Founded

ACQUISITIONCompany Stage

Consulting, Biotechnology, HealthcareIndustries

51-200Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Company Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

Continuing Education Assistance

Risks

Emerging biomanufacturing consulting firms increase market competition.

Rapid technological advancements may require significant investment to stay competitive.

Economic downturns could reduce demand from biotech startups.

Differentiation

Project Farma specializes in cell and gene therapy facility builds and compliance.

They offer turnkey solutions, managing projects from planning to execution.

Their focus on philanthropy and professional development sets them apart.

Upsides

Rising demand for cell and gene therapies boosts need for specialized facilities.

Advancements in automation enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness of services.

Complex regulatory requirements increase demand for Project Farma's consulting expertise.

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