Job description: On behalf of our client, a global leader in the life sciences industry, we are looking for a Technical Project Manager to drive key capital investment initiatives within a commercial mammalian cell production line. This role will bridge operational excellence, GMP compliance, and engineering leadership to ensure successful project execution and long-term production impact. Requirements: Project Strategy & Lifecycle Management: Define technical project scope, success criteria, and strategic roadmap in alignment with GMP and operational goals. Drive project lifecycle from conceptual design through to performance qualification (PQ). Integrate mechanical adaptations and operational improvements into the overall CapEx investment plan. Technical & Cross-Functional Leadership: Serve as the key technical contact for all project activities, coordinating closely with EPCM partners. Align engineering deliverables with production and quality requirements. Guide and support production staff on implementing operational enhancements. GMP & Quality Oversight: Ensure full compliance with GMP standards and internal quality protocols. Prepare and manage change documentation, including Technical Change Requests (TCRs) and Change Records (CRs), in collaboration with QA. Stakeholder Coordination: Act as liaison between operations, maintenance, quality, and engineering teams. Facilitate effective communication between internal stakeholders and EPCM contractors to resolve challenges and drive alignment. Execution & Risk Management: Monitor timelines, budgets, and deliverables across technical workstreams. Conduct risk assessments and define mitigation strategies. Provide regular updates and technical reports to senior stakeholders. Commissioning & Qualification: Lead planning and execution of commissioning, installation qualification (IQ), operational qualification (OQ), and performance qualification (PQ). Collaborate with validation teams to ensure robust CQV processes and outcomes. Competences: Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Biochemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Life Sciences, or related discipline. Experience & Skills: 5 years of experience in biopharmaceutical manufacturing, with a strong focus on GMP project management. Proven track record in operational excellence and technical project delivery. Hands-on experience in equipment CQV in a GMP-regulated environment. Deep knowledge of biopharmaceutical production processes and regulatory standards. Strong communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional initiatives. Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies. Fluency in English required; German is an asset. Compensation benefits: A key role in a globally impactful investment project within a cutting-edge life sciences environment. A dynamic and collaborative setting with opportunities for professional growth and cross-functional engagement.