ROLE SUMMARY
The project manager role will manage the complete lifecycle of assigned capital projects at the Pfizer Rocky Mount, NC site. This will include preparing project scopes, budgets and schedules, specification, purchase, installation and qualification of production, facility and automation equipment and systems. Provide technical support to manufacturing operations and other business units as required. Act as an equipment/systems subject matter expert. Your role will oversee and manage the operational aspects of ongoing engineering projects and serve as liaison between engineering and operations. In your role, you will review the status of projects and budgets; manage schedules and prepare status reports. You and your team will assess project issues and develop resolutions to meet productivity, quality and client satisfaction goals and objectives.
ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES
As a project manager for site process equipment, utilities and facilities your breadth of knowledge will help us improve our products and processes. Your risk-taking ability will help us advance new concepts and methodologies. You will provide technical guidance and oversight to team members and assist in problem solving. Understanding and expertise of equipment and processes such as pharma filling, prep, weigh and dispense, utilities, HVAC, facilities, packaging and automation will ensure capital projects meet the site’s long range volume commitments and goals for growth. It is your hard work and focus that will make Pfizer ready to achieve new milestones and help patients across the globe.
In this role, you will:
Lead moderately complex projects, effectively managing time and resources
Apply skills and knowledge to contribute to departmental work and resolve moderately complex problems independently
Make decisions in non-standard situations, guided by policies, and operate independently in ambiguous situations
Work independently on assignments, seek guidance on complex problems, and review your own and others' work
Manage operational aspects of engineering projects, liaising between project engineers, planning teams, and line management
Review project status, budgets, schedules, and prepare comprehensive status reports to meet productivity and quality goals
Guide operational teams, identify areas for improvement, and advance new methodologies for project management
Ensure projects are completed within scope, budget, and schedule, and assist with Capital Project Appropriation requests
Maintain technical skills, lead high-impact capital projects, and ensure compliance with Pfizer standards and industry best practices.
Here Is What You Need (Minimum Requirements)
BA/BS with at least 4 years of experience or MBA/MS with at least 2 years of experience or PhD/JD with any years of experience or associate's degree with at least 6 years of experience or high school diploma (or equivalent) with at least 8 years of relevant experience
Strong project and process management skills
Ability to track performance against approved plans
Excellent oral and written communication skills, including the ability to deliver presentations
Proficiency in user-level computer knowledge for completing documentation and tools such as AutoCAD, Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and Project management tools
Solid understanding of Current Good Manufacturing Practices and facility/equipment validation requirements
Demonstrated commitment to values-based leadership
Technical expertise in pharmaceutical processing equipment such as pharma packaging, inspection, aseptic filling, formulation, clean utilities, high purity piping, sterilizers, and clean room design.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Good people management, direct or indirect management, skills.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities and work effectively under pressure
Strong interpersonal & communications skills and the ability to build relationships across the organization
Knowledge of regulations applicable to the pharmaceutical industry; for example, FDA, EMA, and EPA.
Bonus Points If You Have (Preferred Requirements)
Technical degree in engineering or equivalent
Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Experiencewith Life Cycle Asset Management
Strong managerial or supervisory experience in Engineering or Manufacturing.
PMP (project management professional) or similar project management certification.
Experience with project cost control management and forecasting.
6 Sigma Green Belt or Black Belt certified
Background in manufacturing, automation, and utility support systems
CMRP (certified maintenance and reliability professional) or CEM (certified energy manager)
PHYSICAL/MENTAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to write general correspondence, technical reports, perform mathematical calculations, data analysis, problem solving. Requires good written, oral communication and presentation skills. Requires good planning, organizing, time management and team participation skills
NON-STANDARD WORK SCHEDULE, TRAVEL OR ENVIRONMENT REQUIREMENTS
Standard (M-F) daytime work schedule. Some weekend, after hours and holiday work may be required to support projects. Work requires on-site presence. Occasional travel for equipment factory acceptance testing, training seminars, vendor meetings, work progress meetings, etc.
Work Location Assignment: On Premise
Last Date To Apply: March 6, 2026
The annual base salary for this position ranges from $99,200.00 to $160,500.00. In addition, this position is eligible for participation in Pfizer’s Global Performance Plan with a bonus target of 12.5% of the base salary and eligibility to participate in our share based long term incentive program. We offer comprehensive and generous benefits and programs to help our colleagues lead healthy lives and to support each of life’s moments. Benefits offered include a 401(k) plan with Pfizer Matching Contributions and an additional Pfizer Retirement Savings Contribution, paid vacation, holiday and personal days, paid caregiver/parental and medical leave, and health benefits to include medical, prescription drug, dental and vision coverage. Learn more at Pfizer Candidate Site – U.S. Benefits | (uscandidates.mypfizerbenefits.com). Pfizer compensation structures and benefit packages are aligned based on the location of hire. The United States salary range provided does not apply to Tampa, FL or any location outside of the United States.Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs and/or eligibility.
Sunshine Act
Pfizer reports payments and other transfers of value to health care providers as required by federal and state transparency laws and implementing regulations. These laws and regulations require Pfizer to provide government agencies with information such as a health care provider’s name, address and the type of payments or other value received, generally for public disclosure. Subject to further legal review and statutory or regulatory clarification, which Pfizer intends to pursue, reimbursement of recruiting expenses for licensed physicians may constitute a reportable transfer of value under the federal transparency law commonly known as the Sunshine Act. Therefore, if you are a licensed physician who incurs recruiting expenses as a result of interviewing with Pfizer that we pay or reimburse, your name, address and the amount of payments made currently will be reported to the government. If you have questions regarding this matter, please do not hesitate to contact your Talent Acquisition representative.
EEO & Employment Eligibility
Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, disability or veteran status. Pfizer also complies with all applicable national, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment as well as work authorization and employment eligibility verification requirements of the Immigration and Nationality Act and IRCA. Pfizer is an E-Verify employer. This position requires permanent work authorization in the United States.
Pfizer endeavors to make www.pfizer.com/careers accessible to all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process and/or interviewing, please email disabilityrecruitment@pfizer.com. This is to be used solely for accommodation requests with respect to the accessibility of our website, online application process and/or interviewing. Requests for any other reason will not be returned.