job summary: This position will support the Large-Scale Manufacturing (LSM) Modernization project for bringing a new Manufacturing Execution System (MES) to the drug substance manufacturing area. This system will encompass several phases covering electronic equipment tracking, electronic batch records and release by exception functionalities. This role will be supporting the operational readiness workstream and activities associated with ensuring the site is ready to receive this change and sustain it within routine production operations. location: Durham, North Carolina job type: Contract salary: $75 - 85 per hour work hours: 9 to 5 education: Bachelors responsibilities: The Operational Readiness Project Management role will provide support to the Operational Readiness Program Manager for assisting in daily activities related to the internal large-scale manufacturing (LSM) modernization project bringing MES and electronic batch record implementation to the site. This role will work with a cross-functional matrix team including members from MTO, QA, QE, Materials Planning, Manufacturing among other groups as it relates to interactions with design and implementation of MES functionality. This role will be responsible for leading meetings, capturing meeting minutes, identifying and tracking action items, development of risk registers and mitigations and driving the team for adherence to plan. This role will provide schedule development support as well and act as a point of contact for routine schedule updates. Responsibility for tracking operational readiness action items, development plans to support approach, and providing monthly status dashboards. qualifications: Required: Bachelor's degree in engineering, science, project management or other technical field of study Proven success leading projects or acting in a project management support capacity with 10 or more years of experience Familiarity utilizing Project Management Tools based on PMBOK, PMI principles to lead projects Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional, matrixed teams.Experience leading or supporting operational readiness elements of projectsOrganized, and detail-oriented with ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrated ability to work within a highly regulated, compliance-driven setting (pharmaceutical industry).Proficiency with MS Office suite of products and other software platformsProficiency in MS Project, Smartsheet, Primavera P6 or other project management software Preferred: Experience working on or with Manufacturing Electronic Systems (MES) or electronic batch records implementation projects is desired Proficiency in project portfolio management software is a plus #LI-KH1 skills: Project Management Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.At Randstad, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact HRsupport@randstadusa.com. Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility). This posting is open for thirty (30) days.