Senior IT Infrastructure Project Manager – Smart Manufacturing Facility; GxP
Listed on 2026-01-01
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IT/Tech
Systems Engineer, Cybersecurity
Senior IT Infrastructure Project Manager – Smart Manufacturing Facility (GxP)
Full-time
Swiss Delivery Excellence:
Transforming Life Science Consulting Worldwide.
Fusion Consulting is a globally leading Business and IT boutique consultancy specialized in the Life Sciences industry, partnering with leading companies in pharma, healthcare, and animal health.
With over 450 employees and 25 offices worldwide, our mission is to revolutionize our clients' business transformation challenges and set new industry standards through innovative solutions.
Focused on S4
HANA, Data & Cloud, and innovative technologies, Fusion Consulting brings unparalleled expertise and commitment to excellence to every project we undertake.
Grounded in our commitment to fast and intelligent decision-making, our client‑first and open‑hearted approach defines our ethos. With unwavering support and an entrepreneurial spirit, our global teamwork transcends boundaries and turns shared visions into reality.
We are seeking an experienced Senior IT Infrastructure Project Manager to lead the delivery of the IT/OT work streams for the construction and commissioning of a state‑of‑the‑art commercial manufacturing facility. This next‑generation plant will be built around principles of digital automation, smart factory systems, and data‑driven manufacturing operations. The role is critical to ensuring that the IT infrastructure, OT systems, and regulated digital capabilities are delivered in line with GxP, cybersecurity, and business performance requirements.
Key Responsibilities- Lead the planning, execution, and oversight of IT/OT infrastructure components for a new multipurpose pharmaceutical production facility
- Manage delivery of:
- Network and connectivity infrastructure for the new building
- On‑site data center to host manufacturing systems and act as a secondary local data center
- SAP ERP extensions (e.g., inventory management for new plant)
- Manufacturing Execution Systems (MES) and electronic Batch Record (e ) deliverables
- Smart factory systems, including automation controls and centralized monitoring dashboards
- Define and manage IT/OT integration strategy, ensuring alignment across engineering, automation, and IT teams
- Ensure GxP‑compliant delivery, including documentation, validation, and audit readiness
- Collaborate with internal teams, vendors, construction partners, and business stakeholders
- Develop and maintain project plans, RAID logs, and executive status reporting
- Implement cybersecurity controls to protect OT and digital infrastructure
- Support future scalability through flexible architecture and technology enablement
- Drive decision‑making, manage risks, and ensure milestones are met within budget and scope
Skills & Qualifications
- 10+ years of IT Infrastructure Project Management experience, ideally with delivery of large‑scale greenfield or brownfield production site projects
- Strong knowledge of GxP, 21 CFR Part 11, and validation in regulated manufacturing environments
- Hands‑on experience with:
- Site network deployment, data centers, Wi‑Fi, switching, firewalls
- SAP ERP extensions (e.g., plant setup, inventory management)
- MES, e , SCADA or other manufacturing systems
- OT/IT cybersecurity standards
- Proven ability to lead cross‑functional teams across IT, engineering, QA, automation, and construction
- Strong stakeholder management, vendor oversight, and communication skills
- Experience in managing complex timelines, dependencies, and critical go‑live dates
- Fluent in English; additional languages are a plus
- PMP, Prince2, or similar certification preferred
- Degree in Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent
- Experience with smart factory, Industry 4.0, or IoT/edge computing in manufacturing
- Background in pharma, biotech, or validated process industries
- Familiarity with predictive maintenance platforms, automated quality systems, or data analytics for manufacturing
At Fusion, we aspire to be one of the world's leading life sciences consulting firms, setting industry benchmarks with innovative and pioneering solutions.
At Fusion, we unite entrepreneurial minds from around the globe to develop and implement game‑changing solutions that build…
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