We are looking for an experienced Commissioning and Qualification Program Lead, to join our client's team in Richmond, Va for a long term project! Our client is a global leading pharmaceutical company building a new facility. This is 12 month+ contract set to go the length of the project, up to 5 years. Requirements include:

• 15+ years developing and delivering C+Q programs for Greenfield sites
• Managing scope, budget, schedule, hiring, performance of C+Q teams
• Connecting cross-functionally with different groups (quality, EPCM firms, subcontractors)
• Coming from pharmaceutical build background

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
• 15+ years of experience delivering C&Q efforts for large pharmaceutical programs.
• Proven track record supporting full‑lifecycle delivery of both Greenfield and Brownfield facilities.
• Strong team‑building, leadership, and communication skills.
• Expertise in GMPs, regulatory frameworks, commissioning, qualification, and ASTM E2500 practices.
• Hands‑on proficiency with Kneat or similar electronic C&Q/validation platforms.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate commissioning and qualification (C&Q) activities to ensure project scope, schedules, and budgets are delivered as planned.
• Manage and support the C&Q team's daily execution, providing technical direction and problem‑solving as needed to meet project milestones.
• Plan and oversee FAT activities, including test strategy development, documentation, and on‑site execution coordination.
• Collaborate with construction, automation, quality, project management, and end users to align system requirements and execution expectations.
• Ensure compliance with GMP, regulatory requirements, internal policies, and site safety standards throughout all phases of C&Q work.
• Facilitate training for internal teams and vendors on C&Q processes, ASTM E2500 methodology, and use of electronic validation systems such as Kneat.

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