Project Manager

Context

Nuclear medicine has evolved considerably over recent years with the emergence of radiotheranostics, a modality which combines targeted diagnosis and therapy with radio-isotopes. It offers an important and promising alternative in the treatment of many cancers. Radiotheranostics is based on the use of radio-isotopes which, when they decay, emit radiation that enables cancer cells to be precisely located and/or destroyed. Among these radio-isotopes, one of the most promising therapeutic is the alpha-emitting Actinium-225.

One of the main challenges to making this therapeutic solution accessible for the greatest number of patients is ensuring the availability of high-quality Actinium-225 in large quantities. It is often referred within the community as “the rarest drug on Earth”. By joining their unique expertise and resources, SCK CEN and IBA have launched the company PanTera, which aims at enabling the production of Actinium-225.

In this context, PanTera is looking for a talented Project Manager to coordinate the design, fabrication, installation and commissioning activities of the production equipment.

Responsibilities

• Delivering the project on time, within budget while meeting the requirements and quality specifications
• Driving the execution of the project (from design to commissioning) in collaboration with the stakeholders (development team, operations, contractors, quality, safety, purchasing, legal, etc.)
• Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and budgets for the execution of the project
• Coordinating overall project activities, assigning tasks to the appropriate team members or external stakeholder; managing priorities for timely project delivery
• Lead and coordinate the continuous improvement program for production equipment and related processes.
• Ensuring compliance with quality standards, including IEC, ISO and EHS regulations
• Resolving of project technical and non-technical issues
• Reviewing of subcontractor deliverables and managing interfaces with other systems and building
• Organizing and participating to design reviews to ensure compliance with requirements and technical performance
• Ensuring documentation availability and accuracy
• Reporting to the team, management and external stakeholders
• Develop and maintain detailed project action item lists, ensuring tasks are prioritized based on impact, deadlines, and resource availability to meet project objectives efficiently.

Profile

• Master’s degree in engineering (Electro-mechanics, Mechanics or Industrial) or equivalent experience
• 5+ years in engineering or project management experience, preferably in the design and fabrication of technology equipment
• Experience in operation/service of production site is a plus
• Good technical expertise for critical review of equipment design, procurement and integration
• Experience in the nuclear and/or (radio)pharmaceutical industries is a strong asset
• Knowledge of international standards, such as IEC, ISO and EHS Regulations
• Proficiency in English; Dutch is a plus

You are also

• Eager to learn and update knowledge in new fields
• Organized and structured
• Team-player, coach-minded and committed to sharing knowledge with others
• Enthusiastic about joining a highly motivated team and exciting project
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal, to engage with internal and external stakeholders at all levels.
• Results-driven, calm under pressure, and adept at identifying root causes of issues.
• A flexible person, willing to spend time on site in Mol (near Limburg and Antwerp province) and willing to travel occasionally

Our offer

This role presents a unique opportunity to work in a cutting-edge environment, contributing to the production of critical radioisotopes used in the fight against cancer. Our company is dedicated to supplying a highly demanded drug substance in this rapidly expanding market.

• Collaborative work environment with supportive colleagues who prioritize teamwork
• Thriving start-up company with a dynamic entrepreneurial culture
• Company dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for patients and making a difference in the healthcare industry

As part of our team, you'll play a crucial role in this exciting and impactful journey.