Muskegon, Michigan, United States
1 day ago
Life Science Project Manager (Onsite)

Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking for an OT / C&Q Project Manager who could join our team of Engineering professionals in a permanent role. Our strength is built on our ability to work together. Our diverse set of backgrounds offer different perspectives and new ways of thinking. It encourages lively discussions, inspires thought leadership, and helps us build better solutions for our people and clients. We are looking for someone who thrives in this setting and is inspired to craft meaningful solutions through true collaboration. If you are excited by change, and excel through autonomy, we would love to hear from you!

Job Location: Muskegon, MI

Location : Onsite

Key Responsibilities:

• Responsibility for the execution of Commissioning and Qualification of multiple Control Systems and OT Applications.

• Main point of contact with Client

• Familiar with best practice project execution methodologies and standards

• Develop and maintain project plan in conjunction with OT Lead Engineers across multiple platforms from multiple vendors

• Prepare progress reports for Client and joint governance team

• With the OT Lead Engineers provide evidence of efficiencies gain by re-use and optimization

• Co-ordinate and monitor site activities

• Signature Authorization of all the Contractors project specific commercial and operational issues

• General administration of the Project

• Project change control

• Broad OT project implementation experience

• Be the primary liaison with both the client and visiting third-party OT vendors.

• Coordinate with site safety, site construction, Cognizant teams, and third-party OT vendors to ensure daily/weekly activities can all coexist without interfering with each other

• Ensure that the proper resources are available to support planned activities (testing [SAT/IQ/OQ], batch/recipe activities, etc.). This includes keeping track of hybrid workers that will be at site for several weeks at a time and vendors that will be sending resources to site for specific activities.

• Help with the planning and coordination of major daily / weekly OT activities

• Communicate with remote Cognizant resources (Program Manager, Scheduler, other PM’s) to ensure proper planning, issue identification and resolution, and provide status updates.

• Help enforce Cytiva and Cognizant site rules and guidelines (including GMP/GAMP). Ensure that Cognizant workers have/use proper PPE to do their work safely.

• Work with document manager(s) and CSV team to make sure that all documentation is prepared and communicated properly.

Job Requirements:

Essential Skills:

• Must have experience in OT Projects in a regulated Life Science Environment

• Ability to understand and manage commercial contracts

• Broad Understanding of OT technology implementation

• Familiarity with ISA 88 and GAMP

• Experience of Stakeholder management with a corporate environment

• Understanding of OT technology implementation

• Typically over 8 years relevant industry experience

Salary and Other Compensation:

Applications will be accepted until Jan 30th 2025.

The annual salary for this position will depend on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate.

This position is also eligible for Cognizant’s discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant’s applicable plans

Benefits: Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:

Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off 401(k) plan and contributions Long-term/Short-term Disability Paid Parental Leave Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disclaimer: The salary, other compensation, and benefits information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

About Cognizant

Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) engineers’ modern businesses. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

The Cognizant community:
We are a high caliber team who appreciate and support one another. Our people uphold an energetic, collaborative and inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive.

Cognizant is a global community with more than 300,000 associates around the world. We don’t just dream of a better way – we make it happen. We take care of our people, clients, company, communities and climate by doing what’s right. We foster an innovative environment where you can build the career path that’s right for you.

About us:
Cognizant is one of the world's leading professional services companies, transforming clients' business, operating, and technology models for the digital era. Our unique industry-based, consultative approach helps clients envision, build, and run more innovative and efficient businesses. Headquartered in the U.S., Cognizant (a member of the NASDAQ-100 and one of Forbes World’s Best Employers 2024) is consistently listed among the most admired companies in the world. Learn how Cognizant helps clients lead with digital at www.cognizant.com

Our commitment to diversity and inclusion:
Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity, champions equity and values inclusion. We are dedicated to nurturing a community where everyone feels heard, accepted and welcome. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state or local laws.

Disclaimer: 
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

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