Associate Director Project Controls – Capital Projects

At Amgen, every challenge is an opportunity, and every opportunity brings the potential to change lives.

Our shared mission—to serve patients—has driven our status as one of the world’s preeminent biotechnology companies, reaching over 10 million patients worldwide. Leverage your high-level expertise to lead and forge partnerships that advance the biotechnical and biopharmaceutical science that can turn the tide of serious, life-interrupting illnesses.

Associate Director Project Controls – Capital Projects

LIVE
What you will do

In this vital role, you will lead the Project Controls function across Amgen’s capital project portfolio in continental Europe, with a primary focus on our manufacturing site in Breda, Netherlands. You will be responsible for the strategic direction and operational excellence of project controls, including estimating, scheduling, cost forecasting, risk management, and procurement strategy.

Your key responsibilities will include:
o    Leading all project controls activities from funding through close-out, ensuring compliance with internal policies and procedures.
o    Partnering with local and regional stakeholders to develop business cases and manage project funding processes.
o    Providing governance and strategic oversight across a diverse portfolio of capital projects.
o    Developing and managing conceptual and detailed estimates, schedules, and risk analyses.
o    Overseeing procurement strategies, contractor negotiations, and performance evaluations.
o    Presenting monthly cost and project status reports to executive leadership.
o    Leading and mentoring a team of cost managers and schedulers, including external partners.
o    Driving digital transformation initiatives in project delivery and controls.
o    Ensuring effective Procure-to-Pay processes and contract close-outs.
o    Acting as a key liaison with Engineering, Finance, Facilities, and other internal partners.

This role is site-based in Breda, Netherlands, with a minimum of four days per week on-site.

WIN
What we expect of you

We are all different, yet we all use our outstanding contributions to serve patients. The strategic and analytical professional we seek is a collaborative leader with these qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
o    Master’s degree and 10+ years of experience in Engineering or Construction; OR
o    Bachelor’s degree and 12+ years of experience in Engineering or Construction.

Preferred Qualifications:
o    12+ years of experience in capital project controls within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or engineering sectors.
o    Proven leadership in managing large-scale capital projects and cross-functional teams.
o    Strong technical background in project delivery, cost management, and scheduling.
o    Experience with Earned Value Management, Power BI, Spotfire, and BIM integration.
o    Familiarity with international procurement and contract strategies.
o    Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

THRIVE
What you can expect of us

As we work to develop treatments that take care of others, we also care for our teammates’ professional and personal growth and well-being. Therefore, Amgen is recognized as a World's Best Workplace.
o    A clear and disciplined strategic vision for the future that leverages superior-quality products, operational excellence, and top-tier talent.
o    A diverse and inclusive community of belonging, where teammates are empowered to bring ideas to the table and act.
o    A generous Total Rewards Plan including competitive salary, bonus structure, 13th month, holiday allowance, and collective health insurance.
o    A focus on vitality with an on-site gym, vitality program, and healthy food options.
o    Flexible work arrangements (where applicable).

Please note:

Due to our relocation policy, we can only consider candidates who reside in the Netherlands or live within commuting distance from Amgen Breda.