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Operational Readiness Project Manager

CAIIndianapolis, Indiana
On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Manager

Qualifications

- Proven experience in consulting and facilitation.- Ability to align project stakeholders with a clear vision and measurable objectives.- Expert-level advisory skills for site operations and strategic initiatives.

About the job

CAI Overview:
Are You Prepared to Make an Impact?
CAI is a 100% employee-owned professional services firm, founded in 1996 and now boasting a global workforce of over 700 dedicated professionals. We specialize in delivering program and project management, commissioning, qualification, validation, start-up, and consulting services focused on operational readiness and excellence for FDA-regulated and mission-critical sectors.
Our commitment is unwavering: we prioritize our clients’ needs, ensuring satisfaction through diligence and determination.
At CAI, we uphold our Foundational Principles:
Integrity in Action
Collaboration and Support
Commitment to Community
Vision for the Future
We believe in shared success through employee ownership, cultivating a Team Before Self ethos, showing Respect for Others, and fostering a Can-Do Attitude, our guiding values.

Position Overview:
The Operational Readiness Project Manager (ORPM) is a pivotal strategic leader, connecting mechanical completion with ongoing operational effectiveness. The ORPM is responsible for the design and implementation of comprehensive Operational Readiness programs, utilizing CAI’s six-pillar Readiness Framework to ensure project teams consistently meet performance benchmarks, encourage continuous improvement, and deliver exceptional results from the outset.

Key Responsibilities:
1. Project & Program Leadership
- Spearhead project teams in achieving Operational Readiness (OR) goals.
- Oversee the readiness-to-operations lifecycle for multiple client projects concurrently (1–3 engagements).
- Ensure timely and scope-compliant delivery of readiness initiatives.

2. Pillar Integration & Execution
- Act as the lead consultant for OR initiatives, integrating with Quality, Process, and Workforce streams.
- Implement Operational Excellence principles for pre-Day One activities, including visual management, accountability, and problem-solving strategies.

3. Client Advisory
- Serve as a trusted advisor to senior stakeholders (VPs, Site Heads, etc.).
- Influence decision-making processes with a focus on risk assessment and value maximization.

4. People Development
- Mentor and guide cross-functional teams, including CQV, Quality, and external contractors.
- Foster a culture of constructive feedback and professional development.

5. Thought Leadership
- Enhance CAI’s reputation through contributions to white papers, presentations at conferences, and the development of client resources.

About CAI

CAI is a leading professional services company focused on operational readiness and excellence, dedicated to fostering employee growth and success through a culture of integrity and teamwork.

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