C&Q Planner

• Duration: 6 month contract (potential to extend)
• Location: Singapore
• Start Date: ASAP - (Notice period welcome)

Overview

The C&Q Planner plays a critical role in ensuring the timely and compliant execution of commissioning and qualification activities for pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities, equipment, and systems. This role supports GMP-compliant project delivery by developing and managing integrated schedules, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with regulatory expectations and project milestones.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional who thrives in a collaborative environment and is passionate about delivering high-quality results in a regulated industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain detailed C&Q schedules using project planning tools (e.g., MS Project), aligned with overall project timelines.
• Collaborate with engineering, validation, QA, QC, and operations teams to plan and sequence commissioning and qualification activities.
• Monitor progress, identify schedule risks, and implement mitigation strategies to ensure timely delivery of C&Q milestones.
• Support the development and execution of C&Q strategies, including URS, DQ, IQ, OQ, and PQ documentation and activities.
• Ensure C&Q activities comply with GMP, FDA, EMA, and other applicable regulatory standards.
• Facilitate planning meetings, progress reviews, and reporting to project stakeholders.
• Coordinate resource planning and availability for C&Q tasks, including vendor and contractor support.
• Maintain accurate documentation and change control records related to C&Q scope.
• Support audits and inspections by providing schedule-related documentation and insights.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Life Sciences, or related field.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in project planning within a GMP-regulated pharmaceutical environment.
• Strong understanding of C&Q processes and lifecycle documentation (URS, DQ, IQ, OQ, PQ).
• Proficiency in project scheduling software (Primavera P6, MS Project, etc.).
• Familiarity with ISPE Baseline Guides and industry best practices for C&Q.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.

Preferred Skills

• PMP or equivalent project management certification.
• Experience with large-scale pharmaceutical capital projects (e.g., new facility builds, equipment upgrades).
• Knowledge of computerized systems validation (CSV) and data integrity principles.
• Experience with digital validation platforms (e.g., KNEAT) or eQMS systems.

If you are a team player with a passion for excellence and a commitment to delivering results in a collaborative environment, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.