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Senior IT Project Manager – OT Infrastructure in Pharma

esPosted 30 Oct 2026

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We are looking for an experienced Senior IT Project Manager with a strong background in Operational Technology (OT) infrastructure within the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing complex IT/OT infrastructure projects in a regulated pharmaceutical manufacturing environment, ensuring compliance, operational reliability, and alignment with business objectives.

The role requires strong project management expertise, technical knowledge of IT/OT infrastructure, and experience coordinating multidisciplinary teams across IT, engineering, manufacturing, quality assurance, and external vendors. Key Responsibilities Lead and manage end-to-end IT/OT infrastructure projects within pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities. Coordinate the implementation, upgrade, and maintenance of OT infrastructure, including industrial networks, servers, virtualization, and infrastructure-related systems.

Ensure seamless integration between IT infrastructure and OT environments supporting manufacturing operations. Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, resources, risks, and deliverables. Collaborate with IT, OT, engineering, automation, manufacturing, quality assurance, and validation teams. Ensure compliance with relevant pharmaceutical regulations, including GMP/GxP requirements and applicable data integrity standards.

Coordinate infrastructure qualification and validation activities with quality and validation teams. Manage external suppliers, system integrators, and technology partners. Apply cybersecurity best practices to industrial environments, including network segmentation, access control, and risk management. Coordinate project documentation, reporting, stakeholder communication, and governance activities. Identify project risks and dependencies, develop mitigation plans, and escalate issues when necessary.

Ensure successful project delivery with minimal disruption to ongoing manufacturing operations. Required Qualifications and Experience Bachelor's or Master's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Automation, or a related discipline. Significant experience in IT project management, preferably within pharmaceutical manufacturing or another highly regulated industry. Proven experience managing IT/OT infrastructure projects in industrial or manufacturing environments.

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Strong understanding of IT infrastructure, including servers, virtualization, storage, networking, and infrastructure services. Familiarity with OT environments, industrial networks, automation systems, and manufacturing infrastructure. Experience working in GMP/GxP-regulated environments. Knowledge of computer system validation (CSV) and/or computer software assurance (CSA) is an advantage. Experience with project management methodologies such as PMP, PRINCE2, Agile, or hybrid approaches.

Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams, budgets, project schedules, and external vendors. Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills. Fluency in English Preferred Technical Knowledge IT/OT infrastructure integration in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Industrial network architecture and segmentation. Server infrastructure, virtualization, and data center technologies. Manufacturing systems, including MES, SCADA, DCS, and PLC environments.

OT cybersecurity principles and industrial security frameworks. GMP-compliant infrastructure and validated systems. Familiarity with GAMP 5 and ISA/IEC 62443 standards, where applicable. Key Competencies Strong leadership and project management skills. Excellent planning, organizational, and coordination abilities. Experience managing complex projects in regulated environments. Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Strong risk, issue, and change management capabilities. Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver results in a dynamic environment. 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 lasting relationships with our clients.

Hiring Philosophy: We value employees who push boundaries through innovation, navigating diverse client needs in ever-evolving environments, with a commitment to continuous learning both for themselves and their colleagues. Growth & Development: Go beyond, grow beyond, and maximize impact. Each employee shapes their own journey, and our mission is to ignite the spark of greatness while pushing the boundaries of what you are capable of.

We cultivate an environment where every individual can thrive and flourish through meaningful connections, extended learning, motivation, and support to experiment with new and innovative approaches, including taking risks. Feedback Culture: We emphasize and promote continuous, real-time feedback across all levels. We see feedback as providing individuals with the information and tools they need to develop their strengths and overcome challenges.

Feedback is a gift, and inspiring individuals is our competitive advantage! Shape you own journey - How far will you take yourself? 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 S4HANA, 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.

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