Technical Engineering Manager - Pharma

The recruitment process for this role does not involve the use of artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants. Decisions related to applicants are made by qualified reviewers.

Work Experience 7-10 years

Salary / Pay Rate $110000 to $120000

Travel Required Yes, project related

Vacancy Type Existing Vacancy

City Oakville

State/Province Ontario

L6L

We are seeking an experienced Senior Business Development & Project Management Leader with a strong background in the pharmaceutical and life sciences industry. This multifaceted leadership role combines Business Development, Account Management, Technical Management, Project Management, and Functional Leadership.

The successful candidate will work closely with company leadership, clients, and project teams to drive business growth, develop strategic client relationships, deliver complex projects, and build high-performing teams.

• Identify and develop new business opportunities supporting clients through technology transfers, facility expansions, equipment implementation, process optimization, manufacturing scale-up, CQV, process validation, commercial readiness, and regulatory inspection preparedness.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, industry contacts, and key decision-makers.
• Develop and review proposals, estimates, change orders, NDAs, feasibility reports, and master services agreements.
• Manage client accounts, including scope changes, financial considerations, resource planning, and project profitability.
• Lead and oversee complex projects, ensuring delivery within established scope, schedule, budget, and quality requirements.
• Develop project plans, staffing strategies, estimates, reports, and project management tools.
• Provide technical leadership and maintain current knowledge of pharmaceutical, engineering validation, facilities, equipment, and regulatory practices.
• Coach, mentor, and develop direct reports, provide performance feedback and support professional development.
• Participate in recruitment, performance management, and other employee lifecycle activities.
• Advise company leadership on business development, operational, technical, and strategic planning matters.

We are looking for a strategic, client-focused, and results-driven leader who can effectively balance business development, project delivery, technical leadership, and people management.

The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, communication, business acumen, problem solving, organization, judgment, attention to detail, teamwork, initiative, and adaptability, with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

We thank all applicants but due to the volume of applications, we will only be in touch with most qualified candidates to discuss next steps.

- Degree in Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
- P.Eng. designation or progress toward P.Eng. in Ontario is preferred
- 6–8 years of experience in FDA- and/or HPFB-regulated industries
- experience in pharmaceutical, life sciences, engineering, manufacturing, facilities, equipment, validation, or related environments
- strong knowledge of pharmaceutical and engineering principles and practices
- strong understanding of regulatory requirements and quality standards