Real Estate & Infrastructure Project Leader

Key Responsibilities

1. Infrastructure & Lab Integration Delivery

· Drive site assessments to identify infrastructure gaps vs. corporate standards

· Lead planning and execution of lab infrastructure integration projects, including:

o Facility server upgrades

o Equipment relocation and setup

o Network and IT infrastructure readiness

o Compliance alignment (safety, regulatory, data integrity)

· Ensure seamless transition of lab operations with minimal business disruption

2. Cross-functional Coordination

· Act as the central interface across:

o IT (network, security, workplace services)

o Lab Operations / Scientific teams

o Facilities & Engineering

o InfoSec and Compliance

· Align stakeholders on project scope, risks, dependencies, and milestones

4. Governance & Standards

· Ensure adherence to IQVIA infrastructure and real estate standards

· Implement structured project governance, reporting, and KPIs

· Drive continuous improvement and LEAN practices across integration activities

· Oversee budgeting, vendor management, timelines, and risk mitigation for IT

Key Requirements

Experience

· 10-12+ years 5-7 years of experience in:

o Infrastructure project management

o Real estate / facilities delivery

o Large-scale integration or transformation programs

· Proven experience managing complex, multi-site projects

· Experience in lab environments (preferred):

o Pharma

o Biotechnology

o Clinical labs

o R&D facilities

Core Skills

· Strong project/program management expertise (waterfall + agile exposure is a plus)

· Deep understanding of:

o Infrastructure systems (power, cooling, networking, safety systems)

o Facility design and operations

· Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills

· Ability to operate in matrixed global organizations

Nice-to-Have

· Experience in corporate office real estate projects

· Exposure to M&A integration environments

· Familiarity with compliance frameworks (e.g., GMP, GxP, data integrity standards)

· Certifications (preferred but not mandatory):

o PMP / Prince2

o Facility Management certifications

o LEAN / Six Sigma

Leadership & Competencies

· Strong ownership mindset with execution focus

· Ability to manage ambiguity and fast-changing priorities

· High level of collaboration and influencing skills

· Detail-oriented with strategic thinking capability

Why This Role

· Direct impact on business-critical lab operations integration

· Exposure to global M&A programs

· Opportunity to shape infrastructure standards and best practices

· Work at the intersection of IT, real estate, and scientific environments