Senior Project Manager

We are a world leading provider of life science facilities, with head quarter in Stockholm City. We bring Engineering and Project Solutions that make a difference and have, since founded in 2010, been pioneers in bringing the modular facility concept to the pharmaceutical industry. 

At KeyPlants, you will work with highly skilled people, providing services to a global customer base, ranging from emerging biotech to big pharma. Here, you’ll have the unique opportunity to blend your technical skills with a commercial perspective, driving impactful projects from inception to completion.
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Position overview

KeyPlants is looking for a seasoned Senior Project Manager to manage large or several smaller projects in its portfolio of complex projects and lead our teams to success. The ideal candidate will bring extensive industry experience and a proven ability to manage the project phases in fast track, large-scale projects from design to handover.

As Senior Project Manager you will be responsible for delivering project scope from engineering to hand-over and operations. You will ensure seamless coordination and optimized project delivery among Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, Site Execution, Commissioning, Qualification and Project Controls.

The position will report to Head of Projects and can be based in Stockholm, Gothenburg or Malmö. 

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure design, procurement, contracts, and construction (internal and external) meet project requirements and adhere to cost and schedule targets.
• Own and deliver against scope, schedule, and budget within overall project requirements.
• Manage project progress, budget and other performance indicators.
• Track and manage changes.
• Prepare comprehensive project communication materials, including reports.
• Maintain budget control and drive continuous improvement and optimization among stakeholders.
• Compile and present regular performance and budget analyses and progress reports.
• Develop strong relationships within clients and cross-functional teams, effectively resolving any conflicts.
• Mentor and coach team members, conducting periodic performance and compliance assessments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 20 years of experience in the construction industry, with at least 15 years of hands-on project leadership experience in demanding industrial and preferably pharmaceutical environments. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing EPCC contracts from concept to hand-over
• Experience of managing one or more projects in the range of $10 - 50+ million
• Advanced knowledge of contract management, design, construction, and relevant building systems/components
• Track record as project manager driving complex projects, covering both planning/designing phase as well as execution and handover phases
• Experience with various the disciplines, trades and systems related with an emphasis on full project delivery
• Strong execution and decision-making skills with the ability to make timely decisions and overcome obstacles
• Commercial and contract skills with experience managing contractors and sub suppliers

Preferred Qualities

• Autonomy and Leadership: A motivating and effective leader capable of driving momentum across functions.
• Reliability and Accuracy: Strong synthesis and reporting skills. Ability to work under high pressure and tight deadlines. Excellent time management skills.
• Problem-Solving: Strong analytical skills with a first-principles approach to addressing challenges.
• Time Management: Ability to thrive under tight deadlines while managing multiple tasks effectively.
• Stakeholder Communication: Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with collaborative spirit.

What you get

• Possibility to make a difference in the world by creating “Solutions that make a difference”
• A solid, profitable and fast-growing company with a project organizational structure, where you can truly make a difference and contribute to the success of the company
• A company with a strong culture and highly skilled colleagues. We deal with challenges and solve problems together and help each other to continuously improve
• Good opportunities to grow and develop within the role and company

Contact and application
We partner up with Capus AB in this recruitment process. If you have any questions - please contact Thomas Lindquist thomas.lindquist@capus.se +46704531353 or Kristina Peltola, kristina.peltola@capus.se, +46 73 994 88 41

Capus is one of the leading recruitment companies in the Nordics. We offer both permanent recruitment services as well as interim- and consultancy services. We area a group of experienced consultants with one of the largest research & analysis departments on the market. Through our networks and solid research, we find candidates who match our clients’ requirements and needs on all levels. We are also a part of Talentor International which means that we can support our clients in 30+ countries around the world. For more information, see www.capus.se.