Project Manager - Life Science Manufacturing

Project Manager - Experience in Life Science Manufacturing

Cognizant Technology Solutions is seeking a Project Manager who could join our team of professionals in a permanent role.

• Schedule Management:
  • Develop and maintain detailed project schedules for automation activities.
  • Track progress against milestones and proactively identify risks or delays.
• Activity Coordination:
  • Direct day-to-day tasks for automation engineers and ensure alignment with project goals.
  • Coordinate vendor activities and internal stakeholders.
• Meeting Representation:
  • Act as the primary point of contact for the automation function in cross-functional meetings.
  • Communicate project status, risks, and mitigation plans to leadership and site teams.
• Documentation & Compliance:
  • Ensure all project documentation meets regulatory and quality standards (GMP, C&Q protocols).
  • Support audits and inspections related to automation systems.

• Automation Familiarity:
  • Understanding of PLC-based systems (Rockwell, Siemens) and distributed architectures.
  • Awareness of Industry 4.0 concepts, MQTT data flow, and edge-device integration.
  • Experience with Life Science Regulatory Compliance & Documentation (GMP, C&Q)
• C&Q Expertise:
  • Experience managing commissioning and qualification activities in pharma/biotech environments.
• Vendor Management:
  • Skilled in coordinating multiple OEMs and third-party service providers.

• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, hands-on environment during startup.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail.

Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position based out at Lebanon, IN.

Note:

The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

Please note, this role is not able to offer visa transfer or sponsorship now or in the future.

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

• 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.

• Mid-Senior level

• Full-time

• Project Management and Information Technology
• IT Services and IT Consulting and Business Consulting and Services