Engineering Project Lead

Avertim Netherlands is currently looking for an

Engineering

Project Lead

able to assist in the continuous expansion of Avertim’s consulting activities in

Life Sciences . Located in Amsterdam-Zuid, Avertim Netherlands is a trusted partner of the largest players in the Life Sciences sector.

The Engineering Project Lead is responsible for leading and delivering complex engineering and

capital investment projects

within a GMP-regulated biopharmaceutical manufacturing environment. This role ensures that projects are executed

safely, on time, within budget , and in full compliance with regulatory and quality standards.

The Project Lead Engineering acts as the primary

technical lead

and is accountable for

scope definition, stakeholder alignment, risk management , and

successful implementation

from concept through commissioning and qualification.

Key responsibilities: Lead end-to-end execution of

capital and engineering projects

(facility, equipment, utilities, automation). Define

project scope, timelines, budget , and

resource planning . Coordinate cross-functional stakeholders , including Operations, QA, Validation, MSAT, EHS, Procurement, and external vendors. Ensure compliance with

GMP, safety regulations, and company engineering standards . Oversee design reviews, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and qualification activities. Manage project risks, change controls, and issue resolution. Drive technical decision-making and ensure alignment with long-term site strategy. Ensure documentation readiness for inspections and audits. Monitor project performance through KPIs and reporting to senior leadership.

Your background: Master’s degree

in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Electrical, or related field). 8+ years

of working experience, of which

4+ years

in

engineering project management

within a

GMP-regulated pharmaceutical or biotech environment . Strong knowledge of

GMP, validation lifecycle, commissioning & qualification (C&Q)

processes. Experience with utilities, cleanroom environments, process equipment, or automation systems. Planning & organization plans and organizes own work(load) in an effective way by setting priorities and meeting deadlines; Communicates with clarity, speaks and writes clearly and to the point; active listener; Proficiency in

Lean and Six Sigma

methodologies or

Project Management Fluent in English, Dutch is a plus Dutch working permit,

sponsorship not possible

As an Avertimer, you will get the opportunity to: Immerse yourself into a young, vibrant, fast-growing team at our modern office, located in the Amsterdam business district, de Zuidas Enjoy our events, like team activities and afterworks. Develop yourself in a place where individuals and ideas matter, in line with our company values:

Be yourself Trust, ownership and respect Listen and act

With offices in Brussels, Paris, Frankfurt and Amsterdam you will benefit from our international community. On top of that, we also support the opportunity to perform projects at multiple locations. Access various learning and development opportunities and an interesting career track. You will also receive a competitive compensation package in line with your experience.

About Avertim: Avertim is a uniquely positioned Management Consulting Group that bridges the gap between Strategy and Operations. Our mission is to translate the strategy of our clients into actionable projects and enable the alignment between Business, Technology and Management. Founded in 2007, and headquartered on Brussels’ famous Louise Avenue, Avertim has grown into a European consultancy group with more than 300 consultants and offices in Belgium, France, Germany, and the Netherlands.

Looking for a challenging and exciting new step in your career at a recognised international consultancy firm that works with the top players in the Life Sciences sector? Apply now!

At Avertim, we value talent and mindset. No difference will be made during the recruitment process and applicants will receive consideration for employment whatever their gender, marital status, religion, age, color, sexual orientation, nationality or disability, …