Project Manager I/II

About the role

The Project Manager I/II is responsible for project management tasks for custom Drug Product (DP) projects that support key clients and internal objectives. Under minimal supervision, this position drives planning, decision-making, develops implementation strategies, and leads efforts for projects. This role 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. This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but will lead cross-functional internal/external project team activities.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for development of project timelines and tracking of contract deliverables.
• Hosts project meetings to provide status updates to clients and internal cross-functional team members.
• Communicates effectively with clients and across all functional groups so that schedules and scope of the project are clear.
• Identifies project issues such as resource, technical, or scheduling constraints and assists in resolving these issues internally and with external stakeholders by developing risk assessments, summarized options, and proposed solutions with impact statements.
• Responsible for hosting client visits.
• Evaluates unexpected deviations that may impact project deliverables or timelines and takes steps to resolve these issues.
• Ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget and scope, and conform to predetermined quality standards.
• Manages customer projects according to agreed Project Management methodologies (processes, tools, templates, meetings, etc.).
• Proactively facilitates communication and cooperation between the customer and project team members.
• Manages product cost and drives continuous improvement on product level (repeat business).
• Tracks and forecasts revenue-generating activities of assigned projects.
• Identifies and actively participates in business improvement programs.
• Supports the establishment of a common customer experience across global accounts.
• Collaborates with Sales in building long-term relationships with customers.
• Exhibits professional behavior with both internal and external business associates that reflects positively on the company and aligns with company policies and practices.
• Embodies PCI Pharma Services cultural values and aligns daily actions with department goals and company culture.
• Complies with all PCI policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree required. Master's degree in a life sciences or business discipline preferred.
• 3-5+ years of experience in Biotech/Pharma or CMO.
• 0-2+ years in Project Management.
• Strong computer skills, including MS Office, MS Word, MS PowerPoint. MS-Project and/or Smartsheet is preferred.
• 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, able to gain consensus and commitment.
• Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, matrix management, problem-solving, and conflict resolution skills.
• Understanding of biotech or drug product development and multi-project planning and coordination is required.

Pay

The base salary hiring range for the Project Manager I position is $61,680 - $77,100 plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including but not limited to specific and relevant experience, education, credentials, geography, and subject matter expertise.

The base salary hiring range for the Project Manager II position is $76,000 - $95,000 plus eligibility for an annual performance bonus. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including but not limited to specific and relevant experience, education, credentials, geography, and subject matter expertise.

Benefits

PCI offers full-time employees a competitive benefits package that includes:

• Paid time off
• Health insurance coverage (including dental and vision)
• Flexible spending account
• 401(k)