Project Manager I/II

The Project Manager I/II is responsible for project management tasks for custom Drug Product (DP) projects that support key clients & internal objectives. Under minimal supervision this position drives planning, decision-making, develops implementation strategies and lead efforts for projects. This position works with team members to create and maintain project plans and timelines, which may include budget, definition, scope, supply chain management, financial resources allocation, dependencies, and target dates.

Responsibilities

Development of project timelines and tracking of contract deliverables; Hosting project meetings to provide status updates to clients and internal cross-functional team members; Communicating effectively with client and across all functional groups; Identifying project issues such as resource, technical or scheduling constraints and assisting to resolve these issues; Hosting client visits; Evaluating unexpected deviations that may impact project deliverables or timelines and taking steps to resolve these issues; Ensuring projects are completed on time, within budget and scope, and conform to predetermined quality standards; Managing customer project according to agreed Project Management methodologies; Facilitating communication and cooperation between customer and project team members; Managing product cost and driving continuous improvement on product level; Tracking and forecasting revenue generating activities; Identifying and participating in business improvement programs; Supporting establishment of common customer experience across global accounts; Collaborating with Sales in building long-term relationships with customers; Exhibiting professional behavior; Embodying PCI Pharma Services cultural values; Complying with all PCI policies and procedures; Performing other duties as assigned

Requirements

Bachelor's degree; 3-5+ years of experience in Biotech/Pharma or CMO; 0-2+ years in Project Management; Strong computer skills with MS Office, MS Word, MS PowerPoint; Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills; Strong verbal and written communication skills; Highly developed interpersonal skills with the proven ability to function effectively and tactfully with multiple departments and personnel; Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, matrix management, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills; Understanding of biotech or drug product development and of multi-project planning and coordination

Nice to have

Master's degree in a life sciences or business discipline; MS-Project and/or Smartsheet