Engineering & Property Services (E&PS) Director, Project Management

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Job Function:

Project/Program Management Group

Job Sub Function:

Project/Program Management

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Jacksonville, Florida, United States of America

Job Description:

Engineering and Property Services (E&PS) is recruiting for an E&PS Director, Project Management, located in Jacksonville, FL.

At Engineering & Property Services (E&PS) we take care of all J&J buildings around the world providing end to end services from Real Estate, Engineering & Project Management to Facilities Management. We have a profound influence on the entire J&J Enterprise, providing innovative workplaces where our employees can collaborate and grow, and delivering flexible site solutions which enable our business to best serve our customers and patients.

The Director, Project Management is a key leadership role within the Project Delivery organization, responsible for supervising a strategic portfolio that includes critical initiatives, large-scale projects, and core compliance efforts. This role is accountable for ensuring the successful delivery of high-impact projects across multiple business sectors and regions, aligning project execution with organizational objectives and strategic priorities.

They will provide overall leadership, direction, and coordination for major capital design and construction projects within either the Innovative Medicines or Medtech sectors. This includes guiding project ideation, definition, planning, and execution, while ensuring projects adhere to scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards. The role involves securing appropriate resources, leading partner relationships, and encouraging collaboration across cross-functional teams.

Given the global scope and complexity of Johnson & Johnson’s facilities—ranging from manufacturing sites and warehouses to offices and laboratories—the Director will employ extensive J&J knowledge and technical expertise to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies. This individual will ensure that projects are completed safely, efficiently, and in compliance with all regulatory and quality standards, while supporting the organization’s broader strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and be responsible for the entire project lifecycle, from conception through closeout, ensuring projects deliver scope, quality, and safety standards on time and within budget.
• Provide proactive communication to stakeholders via Sponsor and Steerco updates, ensuring visibility and alignment across all levels.
• Coordinate project-related activities, including design, execution, and closeout, working closely with project controls leads, project managers, and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to resolve program conflicts and address potential issues proactively.
• Manage customer interactions, project portfolio delivery aligned with critical metrics, and contractor relationships to ensure seamless execution.
• Drive the implementation of standard methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives across projects and regions.
• Supervise multiple projects or a regional portfolio, ensuring consistent delivery and adherence to organizational standards.
• Cultivate engagement with team members and promote a collaborative approach to project management.
• Identify, mentor, and prepare emerging leaders to ensure a strong leadership pipeline for the future.
• This position requires a strategic leader with excellent team member management skills, capable of coordinating sophisticated or multiple projects and delivering outstanding results across teams with varied strengths and regions.

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s or equivalent degree, in Engineering, Architecture, Project Management or Construction Management from an accredited institution required.
• Master’s Degree preferred.

Experience and Skills:

Required:

• A minimum of 10-12 years of progressive leadership experience in Engineering, Project Management, or Manufacturing within regulated environments, with a strong emphasis on strategic oversight and team leadership.
• Proven experience in leading multiple large-scale projects or portfolios, with the ability to prioritize and align efforts with organizational goals.
• Demonstrated expertise in financial planning, budget management, and resource allocation, including development of business plans and financial forecasts.
• Manufacturing experience in FDA-regulated environments, including design, startup, and operational phases.
• Strong leadership skills with a track record of guiding cross-functional and cross-regional teams, fostering collaboration, and getting results.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards and compliance requirements relevant to manufacturing and engineering operations.
• Familiarity with JNJ systems such as IDEA, FPX, and OneCSS
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Microsoft Project and PowerPoint required

Preferred:

• Familiar with Front-End Loading Best Practices.

Other:

• Project Management Certification is preferred.
• LEED AP certification is preferred.
• Proficiency (oral & written) in English is required.
• This position will require 10% domestic and international travel.

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers. Internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

 

 

 

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Agile Decision Making, Agility Jumps, Analytics Insights, Budget Management, Business Behavior, Business Savvy, Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Organizational Project Management, Program Management, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Tools, Project Reporting, Statement of Work (SOW), Tactical Planning, Technical Credibility