Commissioning and Qualification Program Lead

Richmond, VA - USA

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 5 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Title: Commissioning and Qualification Program Lead
Location: Richmond VA
Work Type: Hybrid (will likely start remote)
Job Type: Contract (multi-year project)
Rate: $110/hr on 1099

Notes:

3 openings
LinkedIn needed
US Citizen or Green Card ONLY
Interviews are virtual
It is normal for candidates to relocate for this kind of role
On-site part of this role is in Virginia

MUST:

15 years developing and delivering CQ programs for greenfield sites
Managing scope budget schedule hiring performance of CQ teams
Connecting cross-functionally with different groups (quality EPCM firms subcontractors)
Coming from a pharmaceutical build background

Job description

Primary Responsibilities

Provide strategic leadership for all C&Q activities ensuring scope timelines and budgets are consistently met.
Direct day to day performance of the C&Q team and offer technical guidance to support successful project delivery.
Develop and oversee FAT planning test case creation and all field execution logistics.
Partner closely with construction automation QA project management and end user groups to maintain alignment on system requirements and delivery expectations.
Maintain adherence to GMPs regulatory standards internal procedures and overall project safety practices.
Lead training sessions for internal teams and external vendors on C&Q methodology ASTM E2500 processes and Kneat system usage.
Coordinate the sourcing readiness and deployment of test equipment and field support resources.
Communicate progress risks and performance metrics to project leadership with clarity and consistency.
Drive timely escalation and resolution of technical issues to keep projects moving efficiently.

Qualifications

Bachelors degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
15 years of experience delivering C&Q efforts for large pharmaceutical programs.
Proven track record supporting full lifecycle delivery of both Greenfield and Brownfield facilities.
Strong team building leadership and communication skills.
Expertise in GMPs regulatory frameworks commissioning qualification and ASTM E2500 practices.
Hands on proficiency with Kneat or similar electronic C&Q/validation platforms.

Job Title: Commissioning and Qualification Program Lead Location: Richmond VA Work Type: Hybrid (will likely start remote) Job Type: Contract (multi-year project) Rate: $110/hr on 1099 Notes: 3 openings LinkedIn needed US Citizen or Green Card ONLY Interviews are virtual It is normal for candida...