FSP Senior Project Manager - Oncology

Role Summary

At times working under the direction of a Project Director, the Senior Project Manager oversees and manages domestic, regional and/or global projects. Responsibilities include developing and managing project teams, communications, risk, scope, schedule, cost, quality, and stakeholders, proactively mitigating variance from plan and meeting client expectations. Requires working knowledge of drug development and clinical trial execution, and may include line management and/or business development responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Operational delivery.
• Accountable for project delivery with regards to agreed time, scope, cost, and quality.
• Client relationship management: serve as key client contact for assigned projects and establish relationships to drive client satisfaction and repeat business.
• Lead core project team(s) and facilitate cross-functional teamwork with internal and external stakeholders; may collaborate with a Project Director depending on project size.
• Serve as escalation point for project issues to internal and external stakeholders.
• Proactively identify and resolve conflicts.
• Understand project delivery strategy, costing assumptions and budget for assigned projects.
• Deliver projects to scope, schedule, and costs; manage change control processes.
• Lead quality control and risk assurance activities to meet regulatory, company, and client requirements.
• Create and manage variance to project plans; monitor progress and ensure staff adherence to standards and SOPs; provide performance feedback.
• Aid in development and maintenance of key project performance indicators and KPIs within contract scope.
• Define and manage project resource needs and succession plans for key resources.
• Business Development: prepare and deliver presentations for new business as required.
• Perform other duties as assigned; line management and talent development duties as applicable.
• Mentor and develop junior staff; ensure resources align with current and forecasted work.
• On-boarding, development, and retention of high-performing talent; assess competencies to create development plans.
• Provide line management and technical support to assigned project leaders, including training and performance reviews.

Qualifications

• Required: University/college degree (life science preferred) or certification in a related allied health profession from an accredited institution; relevant equivalent experience considered.
• Experience (Minimum Required): At least seven (7) years of relevant clinical research experience in a pharmaceutical company/CRO, including at least two (2) years of full project management responsibility; working knowledge of ICH Guidelines and GCP and international regulatory requirements; advanced computer skills (Word, Excel, Project, Access, PowerPoint); experience managing projects in a matrix and virtual environment; strong communication, planning, and organizational skills; ability to lead by example and manage multiple priorities; ability to mentor junior staff and liaise with clients professionally; ability to present to staff at all levels.
• Preferred: Master‚Äôs or other advanced degree; PMP certification.

Education

• University/college degree (life science preferred) or related allied health profession; relevant certifications considered.

Skills

• Project management
• Stakeholder management
• Risk and change management
• Financial acumen and budgeting
• Regulatory compliance (ICH/GCP)
• Leadership and mentoring
• Strong communication and presentation

Additional Requirements

• Physical Demands/Work Environment: Standard office environment or remote work; weekend and off-hour work as required.
• Travel Requirements: Local, Domestic, Regional, Global; up to 30% travel, with up to 30% overnight stays.