Lead Project Pla[xxxxx]r at Novo Nordisk Engineering Does the idea of being part of the largest pharmaceutical projects in Denmark and managing complex project time schedules excite you? Do you thrive on engaging with multiple stakeholders in a large project organisation? Then you’ll fit right in!
Who we are We are a leading pharma engineering company shaping the future of API pharma engineering globally. Leveraging the expertise of 2,000+ employees across Denmark, India, and the US, we design, build and optimise pharmaceutical manufacturing facilities that are essential to the health and well-being of patients everywhere.
Our success is driven by passion, innovation, and collaboration — with our customers and across our teams and disciplines. If you share our dedication to a noble cause and our passion for API pharma engineering, then
[xxxxx] is the place for you.
About the role As a Lead Project Pla
[xxxxx]r, you will be part of large project portfolio and will work closely together with our highly skilled people from different disciplines in
[xxxxx], internal and external stakeholders and suppliers. We are looking for a Lead Project Pla
[xxxxx]r to join our large greenfield projects in our portfolio.
As our activities expand, predictability, agility, and customer satisfaction become increasingly important. As a Lead Project Pla
[xxxxx]r, you will be crucial in managing our complex project plans and be someone who sets a standard for others to follow.
Location Kalundborg and Virum
Experience 15 years
Department OU.DIVISION
How you might spend your days As a Lead Project Pla
[xxxxx]r, you’ll be:
- Coordinating and communicate overall planning and scheduling activities on a portfolio of projects.
- Leading, supporting and training employees within broad and complex project execution tasks.
- Continuing to build on our culture of motivation and multi-disciplinary teamwork ensuring a good and inspirational work environment that enhance the performance and well-being of your project team.
- Managing and leading the planning team and all scheduling related tasks.
- Performing role model stakeholder management in the project organization both internal and with the customer.
Who you are We care about who you are as a person. In the end, how you work, and your energy is what impacts the results we achieve as a team. As a person, you are:
- Lead on the projects and the team in it by example. Meaning you are the behaviour you ask for.
- Providing guidance and are genuinely interested in supporting others whenever possible.
- Motivated others through their actions or achievements and provide feedback that helps them grow.
- Trusting your team and are open for dialogue and feedback.
- Embracing challenges and help others shift focus to what is possible.
What you bring to the role In all positions, there are some things that are preferred, and others, a bonus. If you do not meet all the qualifications listed below, you are welcome to offer alternative experience that you think would be valuable in this role:
- Solid and relevant project planning and scheduling experience in international organizations or in multi-cultural environments. Experience from pharma & biotech industries.
- 15 years of large-scale, multi-discipline planning experience with EPCMV.
- Experience in a leadership role in a project environment including coaching and leading team members.
- Extensive experience with Primavera P6, MS Project and Power BI.
- Excellent in written and verbal communication in English.
Life at [xxxxx] [xxxxx] is short for Novo Nordisk Engineering. And for all of us who work here, it means so much more.
At
[xxxxx], you become part of a vibrant, project-based environment built on close day-to-day collaboration. The role is therefore primarily on-site, with physical presence at the workplace expected five days a week. Limited flexibility for occasional remote work may be accommodated in line with business needs.
We are, at our core, a people business and, as such, committed to continuously developing our people and the way we work together. We do not expect you to know it all from day one, and we truly believe a great start makes a real difference. We therefore welcome new colleagues with our award-nominated onboarding programme, supported by a range of in-house talent and development initiatives designed to support your long-term growth.
You can read more about the benefits we offer here.
Did we spark your curiosity? If you’re ready to join our passion, let’s hear from you. Deadline of application is 30th April 2026 Questions before applying? Send us a quick text to arrange a convenient time to chat. Contact Manager, Lise Jensen, on +
[xxxxx]or Director, Jens Roy Krejberg Simonsen, on +
[xxxxx].
Please note: - We only accept applications submitted through our online recruitment system
- You do not need to attach a cover letter, but please include a few sentences about why you are applying in your resume or CV
- We invite to interviews on a running basis.
Fair hiring At
[xxxxx], we are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and equal opportunities for all job applicants. To maintain fairness, we request that you refrain from including a personal photo in your CV.
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