Project Controls Director

Project Controls Director - EU, UK GSK is a global biopharma company that manufactures and supplies advanced medicinal and vaccine products. Our network of 37 manufacturing sites delivered 1.7 billion medicine packs and 409 million vaccine doses in 2024, supporting patients worldwide. We are moving rapidly through the use of robotics, digital solutions and AI to transform how we produce and deliver medicines and vaccines. Position Summary This role provides strategic oversight for all capital projects across Europe and the UK, ensuring projects have the right capability, capacity and processes. The Director works closely with multi‑site, multi‑phase projects such as facility expansions, technology transfers and greenfield developments across manufacturing, R&D and supply‑chain operations, and reports directly to the Head of Project Controls. Responsibilities Strategic Leadership Define and implement project controls strategy across the pharma capital project portfolio. Lead a team of project controls professionals (Project Controls Leads, Cost managers, Planners & schedulers, risk managers, Contracts & commercial managers) across global or regional sites. People management and overseeing project controls resources in the region; provide coaching & mentoring for key resources. Ensure alignment with GCP Project Management framework. Maintain and engage with leading Project Control service providers globally to build on best practice and access effective partners. Cost & Schedule Management Oversee development of detailed cost estimates, budgets and forecasts for projects ranging from GBP 10 M to 500 M+. Ensure integrated project schedules reflect critical GMP milestones, commissioning, validation and regulatory timelines. Apply Earned Value Management (EVM) and other performance metrics to track progress and identify variances. Risk & Change Control Implement proactive risk management strategies for identification and active management of risks & opportunities. Ensure robust application of Quantified Risk Analysis (QRA) using Monte‑Carlo Analysis Software simulation‑based methodologies. Lead change control processes ensuring traceability, impact assessment and handling of changes through contract administration & commercial management. Governance & Reporting Provide executive‑level reporting and dashboards to senior leadership, including capital steering committees. Ensure transparency and traceability of project performance, risks and financials. Perform Project Reviews, Independent Project Reviews (IPR’s) and health checks as needed to ensure effective project controls are in place from Business Analysis and early detection of issues or undesirable trends. Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement Partner with cross‑functional teams including Engineering, Quality, Procurement, Finance and Regulatory Affairs. Act as a key advisor to project sponsors and site leadership on project health and strategic decision‑making. Hands‑on experience with project management tools such as SAP, Oracle P6, MSP, Sypro, Monte‑Carlo simulation tools, visible reporting, earned value management, benchmarking and value assessment. Qualifications / Skills Basic Qualifications Considerable experience in successfully delivering advanced planning and project controls capability on high‑visibility and prioritised projects across multiple geographies. BSc/BEng in relevant discipline or Chartered Engineer. Expert knowledge of comprehensive stage gate models for capital project delivery through all stages of the project lifecycle. Expert knowledge and experience of Planning, Cost Management, Commercial management, Contract management and Project management. Expert knowledge of certain forms of contracts, their applications, and contract risks, and understanding of other forms of contracts. Expert knowledge in Cost Management, Scope Management, Risk Management, Change Management and Forecasting. Strong senior stakeholder management and influencing capabilities. Rich experience in project management, project execution planning, construction management, scheduling and progress management, cost management and value engineering. Preferred Qualifications MSc or PhD or other Chartered / Professional Qualification in a relevant discipline. Excellent management, communication and interpersonal skills, with comfort cooperating with individuals internally and externally at all organisational levels. Understanding of how different functions interface on GSK projects. Solid knowledge of GSK project process, User requirement management, quality and compliance requirement, site project completion and pre‑start processes, and how these impact engineering and design, construction, commissioning, and qualification contracts. Familiar with the GCP Project Management Framework (PMF), relevant engineering standards and compliance requirements as well as Quality Management Systems. PMP (Project Management Professional) or CCP (Certified Cost Professional) or PMI‑SP (Scheduling Professional) or Lean Six Sigma or similar process improvement credentials. Work Location This role is based in the United Kingdom (GSK HQ, London) with potential assignments in Irvine, Scotland, Wavre, Belgium, Evreux, France or Parma, Rosia – Italy. The position offers a hybrid working model, combining on‑site and remote work. Closing Date for Applications 22nd January 2026 Equal Opportunity Statement GSK is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), military service or any basis prohibited under federal, state or local law. If adjustments are required to the hiring process, please contact UKRecruitment.Adjustments@gsk.com. Contact Information Should you require any adjustments to our process to assist you in demonstrating your strengths and capabilities contact us at UKRecruitment.Adjustments@gsk.com. For further information, please visit the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) website at https://openpaymentsdata.cms.gov/. #J-18808-Ljbffr