Senior Capex Project Manager (3-year fixed-term contract)
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Introduction
Introduction
CordenPharma is a leading full-service Contract Development and Manufacturing Organization (CDMO) specializing in active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), excipients, drug products (DP), and packaging. With around 3,000 employees worldwide, we help pharmaceutical and biotech companies manufacture medicines with the ultimate goal of improving people’s lives.
Our network, spanning Europe and the US, provides flexible and specialized solutions across six technology platforms: Peptides, Lipids & Carbohydrates, Injectables, Highly Potent & Oncology, Small Molecules, and Oligonucleotides. We strive for excellence in supporting this network and are committed to delivering the highest quality products for patient well-being.
Our People Vision
We strive for excellence. We share our passion. Together, we make a difference in patients' lives.
Senior Capex Project Manager (3-year fixed-term contract)
* Muttenz
* ASAP
* Full-time
* Fixed-Term
What You Can Expect
CordenPharma is making a bold move to expand its Peptide Platform, strengthening our position as a global leader in CDMO peptide manufacturing. A major milestone in this journey is the construction of a state-of-the-art peptide manufacturing facility in Muttenz, Switzerland – located just outside Basel, a major biotech and pharma hub.
As part of this exciting expansion, we are seeking a Senior Capex Project Manager to take full ownership of this flagship Greenfield project. This is a unique opportunity to drive the entire lifecycle of a major capital investment – from early design through construction, commissioning, and qualification – ensuring excellence in quality, compliance, cost and schedule.
Your Tasks Will Include
* Lead and empower a multidisciplinary team spanning engineering, procurement, construction, CQV, and operations.
* Oversee all external partners including A/E firms, construction managers, contractors, and service providers.
* Ensure seamless integration with industrial park infrastructure, process design from our US sister project, and alignment with global CordenPharma network standards.
* Act as the single point of contact for all key decisions across business, operations, and technical stakeholders.
* Set strategic direction and cultivate a collaborative, transparent, and results-driven project culture.
* Ensure the facility is delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest pharmaceutical standards.
* Develop and execute project governance, critical path strategies, and risk-based decision-making processes.
* Align engineering and design with global cGMP, FDA/EU regulatory requirements, and corporate standards.
* Foster collaboration with internal teams across Basel, Colorado, and Frankfurt.
* Mentor and coach your team, empowering excellence at every level.
To successfully master this role, we are looking for the following qualifications:
* Master’s degree in Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
* 15–20+ years of experience in leading and delivering large-scale CAPEX projects in the pharmaceutical or biotech industries.
* Proven track record with Greenfield or Brownfield pharmaceutical manufacturing projects under stringent regulatory frameworks.
* Strong expertise in construction management, commissioning, validation, and project governance (e.g., Primavera, MS Project).
* Excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and communication skills.
* Fluent in English; German is an asset.
Why Join Us?
Take full ownership of one of the most strategic and high-profile capital investment projects in our global network
️ Drive the design and delivery of a cutting-edge pharmaceutical facility from the ground up
Collaborate with international cross-functional teams and top-tier engineering and construction partners
Ready to Make an Impact?
If you're a strategic and hands-on project leader with a passion for complex, large-scale CAPEX execution in a GMP-regulated environment — this is your moment.
Apply today by submitting your CV, motivation letter, work certificates, and diplomas.
Please note that unsolicited applications from recruitment agencies will not be considered.
What We Offer
Dynamic and exciting work environment
Positive working atmosphere and open management culture with focus on continuous improvement of processes to stay innovative
Flexible Working Hours
Interested?
If you enjoy working in a team and are interested in a varied area of responsibility, if you think and act beyond your own area of responsibility, then you should join our team.
Do you require more information?
In case of questions to your application, the position or something else I am very happy to support you.
Jessica Schaerer
HR Business Partner Schweiz
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Director
Employment type
* Employment type
Contract
Job function
* Job function
Project Management and Information Technology
* Industries
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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