Senior Specialist, Capital Project Management

MSD

. Manage integrated project teams delivering critical assets on time and within budget .

Posted 10/2/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $117,000 - $184,200 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in managing capital project portfolios, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence while aligning business goals with financial objectives. Proficient in project execution planning, risk mitigation, and effective communication across cross-functional teams.

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Project ManagementCapital Project ExecutionChange ManagementLean Project Delivery MethodologiesCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Project Cost BudgetingSchedule DevelopmentProcurement StrategiesConstruction ManagementRisk ManagementEquipment Design CoordinationProject Scope DevelopmentCommissioning and QualificationSafety ManagementAccident Investigation

Soft Skills

Decision-MakingSelf-MotivatedTeam CollaborationEffective CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Industry Keywords

Capital ProjectsBioprocessing EquipmentIntegrated Project TeamsSHE PlansFAT and SATCompliance StandardsProject GoalsCross-Functional CollaborationProject Close-OutPlant Site Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage integrated project teams delivering critical assets on time and within budget
Manage low- or medium-segment capital project portfolios or a single high-segment capital project from evaluation and scope development through execution and completion
Coordinate equipment and facility design, material selection, and installation proposals with design leaders and external FEL partners
Participate in equipment reviews and installation, including FAT and SAT
Manage meetings and drive project goals
Ensure safe, efficient project designs that meet engineering, compliance, GES safety, and local standards
Prepare and implement SHE plans, including peer reviews, accident investigation, contractor safety management, and improvement actions
Lead project execution plan development
Verify project scopes provide effective business solutions
Align business requirements and goals with company financial objectives
Manage projects through effective design strategies
Develop and implement procurement strategies
Manage project cost budgeting and control
Manage schedule development and control and coordinate detailed schedule development
Provide construction management oversight
Implement change management and control
Manage communications, reporting, and information distribution
Plan and mitigate project risks
Prepare and communicate project status reports with corrective actions
Manage commissioning, qualification, contract administration, and project close-out
Build relationships with Operations, Quality, Technology, Maintenance, Safety, and other cross-functional areas
Assemble and manage internal and external resources to develop scope and execute projects
Travel to support projects at plant sites across the Americas as needed

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering
Minimum of five (5) years of experience executing/delivering a variety of capital and/or expense projects
Experience managing an integrated project team to deliver critical assets on time and within a prescribed budget
Proficient oral and written communication skills
Ability to deliver concise, effective, and organized project status and funding presentations
Outstanding decision-making skills
Self-motivated with strengths in change management and team alignment
Ability to seek out information and execution expertise
Ability to collaborate in a team environment sensitive to business needs
Ability to travel 50%
Successful candidates must be able to work at Rahway, NJ; West Point, PA; and Wilmington, DE
Experience with Lean Project Delivery Methodologies is a plus
Familiarity with bioprocessing equipment/unit operations is a plus
No visa sponsorship
Valid driving license is not required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Annual bonus eligibility
Long-term incentive eligibility, if applicable
Medical, dental, and vision healthcare
Other insurance benefits for employee and family
Retirement benefits, including 401(k)
Paid holidays
Vacation
Compassionate days
Sick days
No relocation