AUTOMATION PROJECT MANAGER

FULL TIME

Dublin, Ireland

Réalta Technologies is seeking an Automation Project Manager with 5+ years' experience to join our team supporting a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing facility in Dublin.

This role will be responsible for coordinating and delivering a portfolio of small to medium-sized automation projects across a live GMP manufacturing environment. The successful candidate will combine strong project management skills with a good technical understanding of industrial automation and the ability to engage effectively with internal stakeholders, vendors and cross-functional teams.

Job Responsibilities

Manage the delivery of automation projects from initiation through to completion, ensuring projects are delivered safely, on time and within budget.

Coordinate project activities with Engineering, Operations, Maintenance, Validation and Quality teams.

Manage third-party vendors and contractors, ensuring work is completed to the required standards and project timelines.

Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, resource plans and progress reports.

Support the planning and execution of automation system upgrades, equipment modifications and continuous improvement initiatives.

Identify and manage project risks, issues and mitigation plans throughout the project lifecycle.

Facilitate project meetings, provide regular stakeholder updates and communicate project status effectively.

Ensure all project activities comply with GMP requirements, site procedures and engineering standards.

Support commissioning, qualification and handover activities where required.

Maintain accurate project documentation, including scope, change controls, action logs and project close-out reports.

Job Requirements

5+ years' experience delivering engineering or automation projects within the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.

Demonstrated experience managing small to medium-sized capital or operational projects, including budgets, schedules and vendor management.

Good understanding of industrial automation systems and control technologies, with exposure to PLC-based manufacturing systems considered highly desirable.

Strong organisational and project coordination skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to work effectively across multidisciplinary teams.

Experience working within GMP-regulated manufacturing environments.

Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to delivering project objectives.

A relevant degree in Engineering, Automation, Project Management or a related technical discipline would be advantageous.