Project Engineering Manager Medior/Senior – Pharma Sector
đź“ŤWalloon Brabant, Belgium
Introduction
At Nalys, we support leading pharmaceutical and life sciences companies by providing high‑level engineering and project expertise across regulated environments. Our consultants are at the heart of long‑term industrial challenges, where quality, compliance, and people development matter.
Nalys is seeking an experienced Project Manager to join our team on a fixed-term assignment supporting a pharmaceutical partner in Walloon Brabant, in Belgium.
This is a hands-on PM role focused on delivery of engineering and automation works within capital projects. If you thrive in collaborative, technical environments and enjoy driving execution from procurement through commissioning, this is a great opportunity to make an immediate impact within a respected specialist consultancy.
Responsibilities
As The Project Engineering Manager, you will:
* Lead and coordinate day-to-day project execution activities, ensuring delivery against schedule, budget and quality targets
* Manage procurement activities and liaise with suppliers and subcontractors to secure timely delivery of long‑lead items and services
* Coordinate engineering, installation and commissioning work streams, ensuring seamless handovers between design, site and operations teams
* Act as primary point of contact for stakeholders, facilitating clear communication, progress reporting and risk mitigation
* Ensure compliance with applicable industry standards, internal processes and project governance
* Track project KPIs, produce regular status reports and implement corrective actions when required
* Support close-out activities, lessons learned and documentation handover at project completion.
Your Profile
* You hold a Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering or equivalent technical discipline
* You have proven experience as a Project Manager on capital projects in the pharmaceutical or life‑sciences sector (automation/engineering projects preferred)
* You have strong track record managing procurement, subcontractors and on-site execution phases including commissioning
* You are an excellent stakeholders manager, with communication and and leadership skills
* You have solid planning and risk management capabilities, with comfort using project management tools and producing structured reports
* You are fluent in English and French
* You are available to start on short notice for a full‑time assignment through year‑end (flexibility for handover support desirable).
What We Offer / Why Nalys
* Work within a specialist, close‑knit consultancy focused on engineering and automation in life sciences
* Opportunity to lead visible, high‑impact projects with autonomy and direct influence on delivery
* A collaborative culture that values technical excellence, professional growth and pragmatic problem‑solving
* Competitive contractual conditions and supportive onboarding to set you up for success.
Our Recruitment Process
When applying for this position at Nalys, you can expect a clear and engaging recruitment journey:
* Talent Acquisition Call
A first discussion with our Talent Acquisition Specialist, Olivia Braszko, to understand your background, motivations, and career goals
* Technical Interview
A meeting with one of our Technical Directors, Yves Le Goff, to evaluate your expertise and fit for the mission
* Business Interview
* A conversation with the Business Unit Director, Alexandre Ivankovich, to discuss the project context and your future within Nalys.
How to Apply
Interested? Please apply via our Nalys LinkedIn job posting with your CV and a brief cover note outlining your relevant project experience and availability.
We look forward to hearing from you!