People Team Project Manager

About the role

Avid Bioservices is a leading clinical and commercial biologics CDMO focused on creating innovative solutions to meet the needs of our clients and improve patient outcomes. The People Team Project Manager will support the planning, coordination, and execution of key People Team projects, implementations, and initiatives across Human Resources, Talent Attraction, Learning & Development, employee experience, systems/process improvement, and organizational programs.

This role is ideal for someone with a strong project management foundation who enjoys working cross-functionally and can bring structure, momentum, and accountability to People Team priorities. The role partners closely with the Chief People Officer and key stakeholders to organize workstreams, manage timelines, track deliverables, identify risks, and ensure projects move forward effectively.

Responsibilities

• Manage and support cross-functional People Team projects from planning through implementation, ensuring clear scope, timelines, milestones, owners, and deliverables.
• Function as the right-hand person to the Chief People Officer, supporting the People function, planning meetings, and offsites.
• Build strong narratives and slides for Board presentations related to the People Function.
• Partner with HR, Talent Attraction, Learning & Development, Total Rewards, and business stakeholders to coordinate project activities and keep initiatives on track.
• Build and maintain project plans, trackers, status updates, meeting agendas, action logs, and project documentation.
• Monitor project progress, identify risks or roadblocks, and escalate issues appropriately to ensure timely resolution.
• Help translate broad People Team priorities into actionable workplans with clear next steps and accountability.
• Create, refine, and maintain clear project documentation, process maps, SOPs, FAQs, communication drafts, training materials, and implementation resources.
• Support efforts to improve consistency, efficiency, and scalability across People Team processes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline manual processes through better tracking, documentation, technology, or workflow improvements.
• Ensure project materials are organized, accurate, and easy for stakeholders to understand and use.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, Organizational Development, Project Management, Communications, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
• 3–6 years of professional experience, with at least 2 years in project management, program coordination, HR operations, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, or a related field.
• Experience supporting cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders, deadlines, and deliverables.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities simultaneously.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to create clear updates, documentation, and stakeholder-facing materials.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to follow through on action items, timelines, and commitments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and SharePoint; experience with project tracking tools (e.g., Microsoft Lists, Planner, Smartsheet) preferred.
• Expert-level proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, with experience creating slides for C-suite and board presentations a plus.
• Ability to handle confidential or sensitive employee and business information with discretion.
• Prior experience in Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Learning & Development, employee experience, or people operations strongly preferred.
• Project Management Professional certification, SHRM certification, or other HR/project management coursework is a plus.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Performance-based bonuses
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Supportive and inclusive work environment

Pay

The compensation range for this role is $88,000 - $110,000 annually, depending on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

This is a full-time onsite position. Days and hours of work are Monday through Friday unless otherwise stated by a supervisor. The employee must be able to work overtime and/or weekends when necessary.

Physical Demands & Work Environment

• Regular activities include sitting, standing, and walking, with occasional lifting of objects up to 25 pounds.
• Occasional exposure to electrical shocks, toxic chemicals, vibrations, or loud noise levels.
• Visual acuity, including close, distance, and color vision, is essential.
• Reasonable accommodations are available to enable individuals with different abilities to perform effectively.