Associate Director, Project Delivery AMER at Lonza Inc. in Vacaville, California

Job Description:

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across five continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is talented people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

We are now seeking an Associate Director, Project Delivery for our Vacaville site! This role offers an outstanding opportunity to lead investment projects with a top-tier team in a dynamic and growing environment. As part of Lonza, you will contribute to innovative projects that support life sciences and have a positive impact on global health.

Key responsibilities:

• Develop and complete project plans, ensuring timely and budget-friendly completion through the Engineering, Design, Construction, Commissioning, and Qualification phases.


• Manage project budgets, ensuring strict adherence and coordinating any necessary adjustments.


• Ensure safety, quality, and compliance standards are met according to internal procedures and health authority requirements.


• Coordinate project teams to guarantee efficient collaboration and flawless project execution.


• Monitor project progress regularly, identifying and addressing potential issues promptly.


• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and legal requirements.


• Identify project risks and develop effective mitigation strategies.


• Communicate project status, progress, and issues to collaborators and senior management, including presenting updates at Steering Committee meetings.


• Manage project resources, including equipment, materials, and personnel.


• Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and contractors to ensure high-quality work and timely project delivery.


• Lead, mentor, and coach teams with or without direct line responsibility.


• Familiarity with modern CQV approaches to minimize construction-to-production timelines while maintaining compliance.

Key requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or a related field.


• Proficiency in Spanish is highly preferred.


• Extensive experience in project engineering and management within the chemical, biochemical, and life sciences industries.


• Broad technical knowledge of various engineering fields in life sciences, including clean and black utilities, process, automation, instrumentation, and civil engineering.


• Proven experience in cost control and scheduling for investment projects.


• Proficiency in computer systems such as Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio.


• Strong experience and understanding in the CDMO industry, business operations engineering and cGMP Manufacturing of chemical and biological APIs.

The full-time base annual salary for this position is expected to range between $175,500.00 and $204,750.00. Compensation for the role will depend on a number of factors, including the successful candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, and job-related knowledge. Full-time employees receive a comprehensive benefits package including performance-related bonus, medical and dental coverage, 401k plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability insurance, an employee assistance program, paid time off (PTO), and more.
 

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the satisfaction that comes with improving lives all around the world. The satisfaction that comes with making a meaningful difference.

Lonza is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a qualified individual with disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.