Capital Project Manager

🛠️ Project Engineer / Manager - Capital Projects | Dechra Pharmaceuticals

📍 Location: Skipton 🕒 Full-time | 🌍 6 to 12 months Fixed Term Contract

Are you ready to lead high-impact engineering projects in a fast-paced, values-driven environment?

At Dechra, we're a global leader in veterinary pharmaceuticals, and we're growing fast. Our culture is built on Dedication, Enjoyment, Courage, Honesty, Relationships, and Ambition-and we're looking for a CAPEX Project Engineer who embodies these values.

In this role, you'll manage multiple capital and revenue projects across our manufacturing site-from solid dose and sterile injectables to site infrastructure like HVAC and purified water systems. You'll lead everything from planning and supplier selection to installation, commissioning, and handover.

💼 What You'll Be Doing

• Own full CAPEX project lifecycle: planning, budgeting, execution, and stakeholder management.
• Lead equipment selection, installation, and qualification.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver projects on time, on spec, and on budget.
• Ensure compliance with cGMP, safety, and environmental standards.
• Drive continuous improvement and post-project appraisals.

🎯 What We're Looking For

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience (5-8 years in project engineering).
• Proven track record in equipment commissioning and CAPEX project delivery.
• Experience in regulated environments (pharma, cosmetics, food, FMCG etc.).
• Strong communicator and problem-solver with excellent planning skills.
• Knowledge of GMP, technical transfer, and equipment validation processes.

🌟 Why Join Dechra?

• Be part of a purpose-driven company making a real difference in animal health.
• Work in a collaborative, values-led culture.
• Lead projects that shape the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Ready to engineer your next big move?

Apply now or reach out to learn more. Let's build something extraordinary-together.