Compliance & Validation Manager

Job Summary:
The West Compliance and Validation Manager is responsible for ensuring that the Real
Estate and Workplace Services (REWS) group and related company operations comply
with industry standards, and regulatory requirements.
The role oversees internal and external audits and manages compliance related risk. The
role will develop and validate company policies and operational processes. Additionally,
the role will manage related vendors deliverables across multiple sites and regions.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of compliance frameworks, quality
assurance, contract and vendor management, and facilities regulatory standards within
Facilities and Construction focused Medical Device industry.
 

Key Responsibilities:
 

Compliance Oversight:
• Monitor compliance with internal policies, regulatory requirements, and industry
best practices.
• Develop, maintain, and enforce compliance programs and policies across REWS
operations.
• Coordinate internal and external audits, inspections and assessments.
• Track findings and corrective actions to closure.
• Ensure documentation is maintained and updated in accordance with regulatory
and company standards.
 

Validation & Quality Assurance:
• Validate new facility systems, workplace technology implementations, and
processes to ensure quality, compliance, and performance.
• Work with Construction partners to review and approve facility commissioning,
HVAC systems, cleanroom validations (if applicable), and systems validation & life
cycle.
• Develop and manage documentation protocols, including validation plans and
protocols (CC, RAs, IQ/OQ/PQ), deviation reports, and final summary reports.
 

Vendor and Contractor Compliance:
• Evaluate and monitor service providers, contractors, and partners to ensure
adherence to contractual obligations, company standards, and regulatory
requirements.
• Perform compliance-relevant reviews during RFP/RFQ phases, vendor
onboarding, and operational performance.

Risk Management:
• Identify compliance risks and proactively implement mitigation strategies.
• Conduct root cause analysis and lead resolution planning for non-conformance
events.
• Maintain a risk register for facility operations and real estate development
activities.
 

Training and Awareness:
• Design and deliver compliance and validation training programs for internal
teams and external vendors.
• Promote a culture of quality, integrity, safety, and continuous improvement
throughout workplace operations.
 

Reporting & Communication:
• Provide regular updates and reports to leadership regarding compliance status,
audit outcomes, and risk assessments.
• Liaise with stakeholders (Quality, Manufacturing, Engineering, Safety Security
and Resilience, Legal, Finance, and IT departments) to ensure cross-functional
compliance alignment.

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quality Management, or comparable work
experience.
• 5–8 years of experience in a compliance, validation, or quality assurance role
within Operations, Quality, Facilities, or workplace services within Life Sciences
and Regulated Industries.
• Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks; QMS, qualification, validation, ISO
standards (e.g. ISO 13485, 14001), FDA & EU regulations, and local & regional
codes.
• Experience with commissioning, qualification & validation protocols (IQ/OQ/PQ),
medical cleanrooms and building management systems.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Proven experience in managing third-party vendors and compliance audits

Preferred Qualifications:
• Experience in highly regulated industries such as Biotech, Medical Devices
manufacturing, healthcare, or finance.
• Familiarity with computerized maintenance management systems (CMMS) and
integrated workplace management systems (IWMS).

• Experience with Agile, Neptune, and Trackwise highly desired.
• Master’s degree or MBA is a plus.
• Professional certifications (e.g., TEXT).
 

Work Environment:
• Office-based up to 25% travel to regional and international sites.
• May require presence on construction sites, active facilities, or industrial
locations.

Due to the nature of our business and the role, please note that Intuitive and/or your customer(s) may require that you show current proof of vaccination against certain diseases including COVID-19.  Details can vary by role.

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