AstraZeneca

Associate Director Capital Project Management

AstraZeneca$120K — $145K *
Pharmaceuticals & Biotech
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related technical field required
  • Minimum of 8 years of relevant project management experience
  • Experience in conceptual development and execution of major capital projects
  • Proficient in contract negotiation and vendor management
  • Strong understanding of validation, qualification, and change control principles
  • Ability to perform financial analyses in a manufacturing context
  • Excellent communication skills are a must

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage cross-functional project teams across sites and globally
  • Translate strategic project requirements into detailed capital project plans
  • Establish strong relationships with key internal and external stakeholders
  • Proactively identify and address potential project issues and opportunities
  • Develop contingency plans to mitigate risks as they arise
  • Facilitate conflict resolution within project teams
  • Ensure compliance with design standards and regulatory initiatives

Benefits

  • Opportunities for professional growth and development
  • Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
  • Exposure to global project management practices
  • Engagement with leading industry standards and practices
  • Involvement in cutting-edge capital projects
Full Job Description
Join us as an Associate Director Capital Project Management, where you will be responsible for the planning, design, and implementation of capital projects. This role is not just about managing projects, but also about strategic collaboration with cross-functional site and global teams to support business operation strategies and improvement opportunities. You will be communicating with global partners to ensure design standards, equipment, Factory of the Future and compliance initiatives are aligned. Accountabilities: As an Associate Director Capital Project Management, you will lead, direct and manage cross-functional site and global project teams. You will comprehend strategic project requirements and translate those into detailed capital project plans aligned with business initiatives. You will establish strong working relationships with key internal and external customers and demonstrate personal ownership and accountability for results with a focus on customer service. You will proactively identify potential issues and opportunities, develop contingency plans as required, and guide conflict resolution at the project team level. Essential Skills/Experience: - Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Engineering or other related technical discipline. - Minimum 8+ years of relevant experience - Experience in conceptual development, project management (planning and scheduling projects), design, and implementation of major capital projects. - Hands-on experience in the negotiation and management of contracts and agreements with engineering contractors, vendors, regulatory, and government agencies. - Knowledge and understanding of validation and qualification principles, project management, and change control principles. - Ability to understand and apply financial analyses to make good decisions in a manufacturing environment. - Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills are essential. - Experience in developing and introducing an initiative and gaining subsequent on board and support from different levels within the organization. - Direct knowledge in Engineering Standards. Desirable Skills/Experience: - Master's degree is highly desirable. - People leadership - Experience in the pharmaceutical industry and related regulatory, engineering, and construction techniques. - Professional certifications. - Experience working with regulatory agencies such as OSHA, EPA, FDA, and DEA Date Posted 27-Aug-2026 Closing Date 14-Sep-2026

About AstraZeneca

AstraZeneca is a British-Swedish multinational pharmaceutical company that specializes in the research, development, and manufacturing of prescription drugs. The company was formed in 1999 through the merger of Astra AB and Zeneca Group plc. AstraZeneca's products are used to treat a wide range of medical conditions, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, respiratory disease, and diabetes. The company has operations in over 100 countries and employs more than 76,000 people worldwide. AstraZeneca is committed to developing innovative medicines that improve the health and well-being of people around the world.
Learn more about AstraZeneca
Size
83,100 employees
Market Cap
$211.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.1 billion
Founded
1999
5 Year Trend
+10.2%
Revenue
$26.6 billion
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