Senior Construction Project Manager

The role partners closely with Global Real Estate, Engineering, Operations, Quality, EHS,

Procurement, Legal, IT, and external suppliers to ensure successful project execution while driving

continuous improvement and operational excellence. The position will also support the development of

facility management processes to ensure sustainable operation and maintenance of completed

facilities.

As the foundational construction leader supporting BioLife’s entry into the Indonesian market, this role

will establish local construction standards, processes, governance, and vendor relationships that can

be leveraged and scaled for future expansion. The role will support the broader market expansion

strategy by developing a repeatable model for future site development across Indonesia.

Accountabilities:

• Lead and manage capital construction projects of varying size and complexity using

standardized project management methodologies.

• Direct all phases of project execution, including planning, design, permitting, procurement,

construction, commissioning, handover, and closeout.

• Collaborate with Global Real Estate and internal stakeholders on site selection, due diligence

activities, and development opportunities.

• Manage external project management firms, architects, engineering consultants, contractors,

and vendors to ensure compliance with project scope, schedule, cost, quality, and safety

requirements.

• Ensure capital projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to approved

specifications and business objectives.

• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, forecasts, risk registers, and status reports

for leadership review.

• Lead cross-functional teams and facilitate effective collaboration among Engineering,

Operations, EHS, Quality, Security, Procurement, Legal, IT, and Finance stakeholders.

• Identify project risks and implement mitigation plans to minimize schedule delays, budget

variances, and operational impacts.

• Ensure compliance with Takeda policies and local requirements related to procurement,

accounting, financial controls, quality, safety, and regulatory standards.

Job Description

• Drive implementation of project management best practices and continuous improvement

initiatives across construction and facility development activities.

• Support establishment of a facilities management program and ensure successful transition of

completed facilities to operations and third-party service providers.

• Promote a strong safety culture by ensuring construction activities are executed with

appropriate safety controls and risk management practices.

• Establish local construction standards, processes, governance practices, and vendor

relationships to support current and future BioLife expansion activities.

• Support the broader Indonesia market expansion strategy and develop a repeatable model for

future site development and facility delivery.

• Lead construction and facility development activities in greenfield environments, including new

market entry and the establishment of operations in emerging geographies.

• Build and maintain effective partnerships with local regulatory authorities and assume

accountability for navigating permitting, licensing, and compliance requirements.

• Lead change management and organizational influence activities required to establish new

operations and support BioLife’s long-term footprint in the region.

• Operate effectively in a high-ambiguity, start-up environment while establishing scalable

project delivery practices and operating models.

Education & Competencies (Technical and Behavioral):

Required Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or another

relevant technical discipline. Engineering degree strongly preferred.

• Minimum 10 years of experience managing capital construction projects and programs.

• Demonstrated experience leading complex construction projects from concept through

completion.

• Experience managing project budgets, schedules, contracts, procurement activities, and

vendor performance.

• Experience working within regulated, industrial, healthcare, pharmaceutical, manufacturing, or

similarly complex operating environments preferred.

• Experience with facilities management programs is highly desirable.

• Project Management certification (PMP, PMI, IPMA, or equivalent) preferred.

• Experience developing scalable construction standards, governance processes, vendor

networks, or repeatable facility development models.

• Experience managing permitting, licensing, and compliance requirements in partnership with

local regulatory authorities.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of construction project management principles, engineering practices, and

capital project delivery.

• Ability to interpret engineering drawings, specifications, and technical documentation.

• Expertise in project scheduling, budgeting, forecasting, and cost management.

• Strong understanding of contract administration and contractor management.

• Knowledge of quality systems, environmental, health, and safety requirements.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, Microsoft Project, project reporting systems, and related

project management tools.

• Ability to analyze technical and financial data and develop practical solutions to complex

problems.

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong leadership and influencing skills within a matrixed organization.

• Excellent stakeholder management and cross-functional collaboration capabilities.

• Effective verbal, written, facilitation, and presentation skills.

Job Description

• Ability to operate independently while managing multiple concurrent priorities.

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving abilities.

• Demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Ability to communicate effectively with technical teams, business partners, senior leadership,

and external stakeholders.

• Strong financial and business acumen.

• Must be fluent in English and Bahasa Indonesia.

Additional Information

• Travel Requirement: Approximately 20% domestic travel with occasional international travel

as required.

• Work Arrangement: Hybrid work model based in Jakarta, Indonesia.

• Reporting Structure: Individual contributor role with responsibility for leading external

suppliers, contractors, and cross-functional project teams.

• Project Scope: Capital construction, facility development, renovation, expansion,

commissioning, and facility management transition activities across Indonesia.

Locations

Jakarta, Indonesia

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type

Regular

Time Type

Full time