Job Description
At IPS, we are global leaders in developing innovative solutions for the consulting, architecture, engineering, project controls, procurement, construction management, and CQV of technically complex facilities, primarily in the life sciences industry. We are looking for a talented
Associate Director of Process Engineering to join our dedicated team at our office located in Birmingham or Manchester, UK.
The Associate Director of Process Engineering - UK manages the utilization of the process team in UK, along with the growth and development of professionals in the team which is comprised of Process Engineers, Process Safety Engineers, Principal Engineers and Designers.
- Ensure consistent, high-quality deliverables via reviews for the project in their region.
- Support business development with technical support, proposal generation, and work hour estimates.
- Possess sufficient technical proficiency in the various facets of Process design to understand project requirements and apply the appropriate resources and execution approach for a successful project.
- Supports strategic company initiatives.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
- Is responsible for the implementation of the strategic direction as set out by the Director of Process - EMEA.
- Is responsible for the execution of the work performed by the Process team in UK.
- Coordinate with Project Managers and Discipline Directors to determine scope, cost, complexity and planning and scheduling requirements of projects in their area of responsibility.
- Assigns appropriate personnel in close cooperation with the Process Director EMEA to provide cost-effective engineering and technical support.
- Implement appropriate cost-effective workflow processes and level of design detail to achieve project goals.
- Estimates work hours needed to generate project deliverables and support the design team.
- Ensures the quality, accuracy, consistency, timeliness and completeness of overall work to Process engineering principles; compliance with established IPS standards, procedures, codes, and ordinances; adherence to project schedules; and provides adequate training, technical and administrative guidance and instruction to personnel within the discipline.
- Supports a Process strategic business plan in concert with overall company planning efforts involving technical/regulatory activities that are required to achieve long-range annual goals and objectives.
- Supports the Process Engineering Communities to promote continuous development of the Process Engineering Framework. Contributes to the development of discipline policies, technical standards, and procedures. Assists in the development and coordination of divisional and inter-departmental policies, procedures, and standards.
- Liaises with the other Process Country Heads in EMEA to ensure all projects executed by IPS are completed in a consistent manner.
- Actively drives Innovation to look at new ways of delivering value to IPS clients.
- Maintains connections with relevant industry bodies and trade groups to maintain current thinking in the group. Encourages participation in professional bodies for CPD of Process Engineering Team members.
- Supports the Process Director in hiring, performance appraisal, salary position recommendations, and employee development.
- Plans and schedules work for the discipline to ensure the proper and effective distribution of assignments and manpower as well as space and facilities for subsequent performance of duties.
- Liaison for inter-office labour, work sharing, and outsourcing to consultants.
- Evaluates and initiates the necessary training of the discipline to insure acceptable social/communication skills and personal development of leadership. Evaluates training needs for pertinent technical competence together with the Heads of the
- Competence Centers.
- Conduct a capability assessment for the regional team on a frequent basis to identify knowledge gaps, close the gaps with adequate training and/or hiring in close coordination with the Process Director.
- Determines labour, resource and financial needs of the discipline.
- Regularly reviews productivity/quality reports to ensure top performance.
- Participates in business development by seeking out new projects with existing or new clients.
- Contributes to the preparation and delivery of sales presentations and proposals.
- Delivers projects and consultancy work as required.
- Actively collaborates with the Process Design and Project Teams to support the execution of successful project studies.
- Develops the design of the process plant in compliance with cGMP, GAMP, related industry standards, and customer requirements.
- Collaborates with client counterpart to develop concepts to be applied to the client project.
- Prepares or reviews construction budgets based on experience and scope of project.
- Travels to other IPS office locations as needed and to client sites to support projects and business objectives.
- One time task: make sure to support a smooth transition to the new organisation considering concerns and resistance of employees and superiors.
Line Of Report
- The Associate Director of Process Engineering - UK reports to the Director of Process Engineering - EMEA.
NOTE: Closing date for application is the 31st July 2025
Qualifications & Requirements
- Extensive experience in the design of Pharmaceutical and BioPharmaceutical facilities for the cGMP production of biological and pharmaceutical drugs.
- Progressive ability, capacity and aptitude in administration to plan, organize, supervise and coordinate technical work and to obtain cooperation from others.
- Analytical thinking, structured problem solving skills, superior communication skills, team building and strong work ethic.
- Ability to work flexibly and cooperatively as part of a fluid, developing team to target business growth and high quality projects.
- Expertise in how engineering design programs are applied to computer aided drafting.
- Experience preparing preliminary and final design documents including P&IDs (AutoCAD), instrument schedules, specifications and calculations.
- Excellent interpersonal skills and presence to deal effectively with senior-level contacts.
About Us
IPS, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a global leader in developing innovative business solutions for the biotechnology and pharmaceutical industries. Through operational expertise and industry-leading knowledge, skill, and passion, IPS provides consultancy services, architecture, engineering, project controls, construction management, and compliance services that allow clients to develop and manufacture life-impacting products. IPS, inclusive of its Enterprise entities, has over 3,500 professionals in over 45 offices across 17 countries in the Americas, Europe, Asia Pacific, Southeast Asia, Australia, and the Middle East. For further information, please visit www.ipsdb.com.
Specialties
Process Architecture, Process Design, Engineering, Construction, Commissioning, Qualification, LEAN Project Delivery, Strategic Master Planning, Energy Conservation Management, Project Controls, Program/Project Management, Operations/Logistics Strategy and Planning, EPCMV and Staffing Services.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at IPS without regard to race; creed; color; religion; national origin; sex; age; disability; sexual orientation; gender identity or expression; genetic predisposition or carrier status; veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or any other status protected by law. IPS is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer.
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