Job Description

Project Manager - IT, Automation & Robotics

Location: Kalundborg, Denmark

Department: API Expansions - Pre-G3 Projects & Project Execution

Are you passionate about delivering complex projects and bringing innovative technologies into pharmaceutical manufacturing?

Do you enjoy collaborating across technical disciplines, turning challenges into opportunities and helping shape the future of production facilities?

We are looking for a Project Manager to join our IT, Automation & Robotics team within API Expansions at Novo.

This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to significant capital investment projects, working with experienced specialists and engineering partners to support the development and modernisation of our manufacturing facilities.

If you have project management experience, a good understanding of industrial IT and automation, and the ambition to develop your career within a growing project organisation, we would love to hear from you.

The position

As our new Project Manager, you will be responsible for leading IT, Automation and Robotics workstreams within largescale capital investment projects across API Expansions.

You will primarily work in the early phases of projects, helping define scope, establish requirements, develop reliable plans and forecasts, and ensure that technical uncertainties are identified and addressed before projects progress into execution.

Working closely with Solution Architects, engineering partners and colleagues across the organisation, you will help translate operational and technical requirements into structured project deliverables.

Your key responsibilities will include:

• Leading and coordinating IT, Automation and Robotics project activities within major capital investment programmes.
• Developing project scope, schedules, cost estimates, forecasts and delivery plans in accordance with Novo's global standards.
• Collaborating with Solution Architects and technical specialists to understand proposed solutions, dependencies and potential project risks.
• Working closely with Process, Engineering, Global IT, Quality and other stakeholders to align requirements and project objectives.
• Coordinating external engineering partners, suppliers and system integrators to support successful project delivery.
• Identifying technical uncertainties and opportunities early, helping establish robust solutions before projects move into detailed design and execution.
• Monitoring project progress, budgets, risks and deliverables, ensuring appropriate governance and reporting.
• Supporting the development and continuous improvement of project management processes, standards and ways of working within the department.
• You will typically be assigned to one major project, although you may occasionally support more than one project depending on their scope and complexity.
• The position offers exposure to a diverse portfolio of projects, including purification, fermentation, recovery, logistics and utility facilities, providing opportunities to develop your experience across different manufacturing processes and technologies.
• Qualifications
• To succeed in this role, we imagine that you bring a combination of project management experience, technical understanding and strong interpersonal skills.
• We are looking for someone who has:
• A relevant educational background in Engineering, Automation, IT, Project Management or a related technical discipline.
• At least three years of project management experience, preferably within industrial IT, automation, manufacturing or a related technical environment.
• A practical understanding of industrial IT/OT systems and automation technologies, with the ability to engage effectively with technical specialists.
• Experience in project planning, scheduling, cost estimation, forecasting, risk management or coordinating project deliverables.
• Experience working with multidisciplinary teams and influencing stakeholders without direct line management responsibility.
• Strong communication, collaboration and organisational skills.
• Professional proficiency in English.
• Experience within pharmaceutical manufacturing or another regulated industry would be advantageous. However, we also welcome relevant experience from engineering consultancies, technology suppliers, system integrators and other highly automated manufacturing industries.
• Familiarity with technologies such as DCS, MES, process historians, DeltaV or ABB 800xA would be beneficial, although you are not expected to be a technical specialist across every platform.
• Danish language skills would be an advantage but are not essential.
• As a person, you are structured, curious and proactive. You enjoy working with others, taking ownership of your responsibilities and finding solutions to complex challenges.
• You are comfortable asking questions, challenging existing approaches constructively and learning from experienced colleagues.
• Above all, you bring a collaborative mindset, a willingness to develop and the ambition to make a meaningful contribution to both project outcomes and the continued development of the team.
• About the department
• You will join the Pre-G3 Projects & Project Execution department within API Expansions, supporting the IT, Automation and Robotics elements of major capital investment projects.
• Our department brings together Project Managers, Project Directors and Solution Architects who collaborate across disciplines to support the development of new facilities and the modernisation of existing manufacturing operations.
• A central part of our approach is to identify and resolve technical uncertainties early in the project lifecycle, enabling stronger project definition, more reliable forecasts and smoother execution.
• We work closely with colleagues across Novo, as well as external engineering partners and technology suppliers, supporting projects in Denmark and internationally.
• You will join a collaborative environment where knowledge sharing, continuous improvement and professional development are encouraged.
• You will receive support from your manager and experienced colleagues as you develop your knowledge of our project standards, technologies and ways of working, with the opportunity to take increasing ownership of complex projects.
• The position is based in Kalundborg, with an expectation of approximately four days per week on site. The remaining day may be worked flexibly, including from another Novo location, subject to business needs.
• Why Novo
• At Novo, we are driving change to defeat serious chronic diseases.
• For more than a century, we have worked to improve the lives of people living with serious chronic conditions. Our success is built on scientific innovation, a commitment to quality and the dedication of our colleagues around the world.
• Joining Novo means becoming part of an organisation where your work contributes to something bigger.
• Within API Expansions, you will have the opportunity to help develop and modernise manufacturing facilities that support the delivery of life changing medicines to patients around the world.
• Working at Novo
• Every day, we seek solutions that make a lasting difference for patients.
• We recognise that meaningful progress requires collaboration, curiosity and the willingness to challenge conventional thinking.
• Our people bring different perspectives, experiences and expertise, united by a shared commitment to improving patients' lives.
• We provide an environment where you can take ownership, develop professionally and contribute to projects that have a meaningful impact.
• Salary and benefits
• The salary range for this position is 651,000 to 956,900 DKK per annum, depending on experience, qualifications and applicable local arrangements.
• Novo offers a competitive compensation and benefits package designed to support the wellbeing, development and long term success of our employees.
• Incentives and benefits
• In addition to your base salary, you may be eligible for benefits and incentive arrangements in accordance with applicable Novo policies and local employment terms.
• Further information about the relevant compensation and benefits package will be provided during the recruitment process.
• What we offer
• At Novo, you will have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful work while developing your professional capabilities.In this position, you can look forward to:
• Working on significant capital investment projects supporting the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing.
• Exposure to advanced IT, automation and robotics technologies.
• Opportunities to gain experience across different manufacturing processes and project environments.
• Collaboration with experienced technical specialists, engineering partners and international colleagues.
• Professional development, mentoring and the opportunity to take increasing ownership of complex projects.
• A supportive, collaborative team that values initiative, continuous improvement and knowledge sharing.
• We encourage interested colleagues to apply as early as possible.
• We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity.
• At Novo, we recognise that diversity of perspectives, backgrounds and experiences strengthens our ability to innovate and deliver meaningful outcomes.
• We are committed to an inclusive recruitment process and providing equal opportunities for all qualified applicants.
• We encourage applications from colleagues with different experiences and career paths who believe they can contribute to the success of the team.
• Together, we drive change
• At Novo, we are united by our commitment to defeating serious chronic diseases.
• Our people, our expertise and our willingness to embrace new ideas enable us to make a difference for patients around the world.
• If you are motivated by the opportunity to develop your project management career while contributing to the future of pharmaceutical manufacturing, we look forward to receiving your application.

We commit to an inclusive recruitment process and equality of opportunity for all our job applicants.