Capex Manager

Capex Manager (2-year Fixed Term Contract)

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Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for delivering impactful capital projects? We’re looking for a Capex Manager to lead and coordinate a diverse portfolio of capital expenditure (Capex) projects at our Pirbright manufacturing site. This is an exciting opportunity to shape our site’s investment strategy and drive operational excellence.

As Capex Manager, you’ll be the central point of coordination for all Capex projects—big and small—ensuring seamless collaboration between project engineering and supporting functions. You’ll oversee the full project lifecycle, from planning to execution, while maintaining alignment with corporate protocols and governance standards. This hybrid role is based at our Pirbright manufacturing site on a 2-year fixed term contract.

• Keep the portfolio/master plan current, including cost tracking and project timelines
• Ensure alignment with key stakeholders across LCC, Procurement, Finance, Legal, and more
• Monitor changes across the portfolio and communicate updates to the SLT and steering functions
• Ensure all projects comply with corporate Capex guidance
• Establish effective governance and control frameworks to monitor progress and secure stakeholder support
• Provide tools, templates, and best practices for project and programme governance
• Lead projects from inception to completion, coordinating cross‑functional teams, consultants, contractors, and vendors
• Maintain robust financial control of capital projects
• Manage and update the site engineering system

• Proven track record of delivering multiple projects over £1 million in highly regulated environments
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing or bioprocessing
• Degree in an engineering discipline (Electrical, Mechanical, Civil, Chemical, or Process)
• IOSH or NEBOSH certification
• Strong communication and collaboration skills to engage stakeholders across all levels
• Excellent planning and cost control capabilities
• Results‑driven mindset with the ability to lead teams, self‑prioritise, and stay motivated
• Flexibility, adaptability, and willingness to listen and learn

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Location:

Pirbright, England, United Kingdom