Jobs · Project Management · Illinois

Sr. Project Manager

Horizontal Talent · Lake Forest, IL · 1 mo ago
On-siteProject ManagementContract

About the role

Join a dynamic project leadership opportunity supporting a Companion Diagnostic program within a fast-paced, regulated environment. This role offers the chance to guide multiple projects through the full lifecycle while partnering with cross-functional teams and external stakeholders to deliver meaningful results.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate multiple projects at once, ensuring scope, timeline, budget, and deliverables stay on track.
  • Develop and maintain detailed project plans, milestones, schedules, resource needs, and documentation.
  • Track project risks, surface issues early, and collaborate with teams to drive timely solutions.
  • Prepare status updates, reports, and presentations for leadership using advanced Excel and Power BI.
  • Monitor budget performance, identify variances, and help recommend practical contingency options.
  • Work closely with domestic and international functional teams to support project execution and alignment.
  • Support complex transformational work in a quality-focused, FDA-regulated environment.
  • Partner with external collaborators as needed to help advance the Companion Diagnostic program.

Qualifications

  • At least 5 years of project management or related experience, including experience managing complex initiatives.
  • Minimum 5 years of experience in the medical or biotech industry.
  • Strong understanding of medical device regulations, standards, and quality requirements.
  • Proven ability to manage several projects simultaneously with strong attention to detail.
  • Advanced Excel skills and experience creating reports or presentations in Power BI.
  • Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills.
  • Strong problem-solving ability with a collaborative, results-focused approach.
  • Experience working in service planning, delivery, documented systems, GMP, and quality environments.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience supporting transformational projects in a highly regulated setting.
  • Background working with external partners or cross-functional teams across locations.
  • Experience presenting updates and recommendations to senior leadership.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment while staying organized and adaptable.
  • Self-starter mindset with a strong sense of accountability and teamwork.

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