Senior Life Sciences Project Manager

Job Title: Senior Life Sciences Project Manager

Job Location: Clayton, NC

Job Type: Contract

Pay Range: $85.11hr - $90.11hr

Job Overview:

• The candidate will provide project and program leadership to lead project teams in achieving Operational Readiness (OR) objectives. The successful candidate will manage the readiness-to-operations lifecycle for one to three engagements simultaneously, driving on-time and on-scope delivery of readiness programs.

Pillar Integration & Execution:

• The candidate will serve as the primary consultant for Operational Readiness (OR) campaigns integrating with Quality, Process, and Workforce streams. The successful candidate will apply OE principles to pre-Day One activities, such as visual management, accountability, and problem-solving.

Client Advisory:

• The candidate will act as a trusted advisor to executive stakeholders, including VPs and Site Heads. The successful candidate will guide decision-making with a risk-based, speed-to-value mindset.

People Development:

• The candidate will lead and coach cross-functional teams including CQV, Quality, and external contractors. The successful candidate will cultivate a culture of feedback and growth.

Thought Leadership:

• The candidate will contribute to the organization s brand via white papers, conference presentations, and client tools.

Consulting & Facilitation:

• Align project stakeholders with clear vision and measurable goals.
• Expert-level guidance for site and department leadership.

Project Execution:

• Manage scheduling, resource loading, controls, and closeout.
• Execute comprehensive project planning and delivery.

Continuous Improvement:

• Drive site-wide transformation using Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM methodologies.

Qualifications and Experience:

• BS or MS in a relevant science or engineering field (or equivalent).
• 3+ years as a program/project manager on life science projects ($1MM+), or 8+ years in GMP-regulated operations with 5+ years leading readiness/start-up/OE transformations.
• Black Belt or equivalent preferred.
• Proven multi-site or multi-client portfolio experience.
• Deep understanding of quality systems, tech transfer, equipment qualification, and analytics.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in project management software tools.

Other Requirements:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Domestic and international travel may be required.
• Willing to work overtime when necessary.
• PMI PMP or PgMP certification a plus.

Critical Competencies:

• Evaluates and pursues initiatives, opportunities, and priorities based on fit with organization strategies.
• Identifies innovative solutions to challenges that have strategic impact, balancing both short- and long-term concerns.
• Identifies issues related to emerging customer and market needs.
• Identifies and anticipates customer requirements, expectations, and needs.
• Develops solutions that meet or exceed customer expectations and shares feedback with relevant groups.
• Consistently follows up with customers to resolve issues and maintain customer satisfaction and loyalty.
• Continually searches for ways to improve customer service, including removal of barriers and providing solutions.
• Translates business/function strategies into aligned plans and objectives and integrates across business groups.
• Obtains and allocates resources needed to accomplish goals.
• Anticipates risk and builds effective contingency plans.
• Prioritizes and balances time, actions, resources, and initiatives to ensure achievement of critical goals.
• Holds self and others accountable for achieving outcomes.
• Anticipates obstacles and takes appropriate actions to accelerate work or improve quality.
• Communicates information clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Tailors communication style and content to audience effectively.
• Writes technical concepts clearly and thoroughly for all audience types.
• Cultivates a network of people across a variety of disciplines and functions within the organization.
• Builds collaboration by identifying and conveying common interests and priorities, removing barriers, and breaking down silos.
• Appropriately involves others in decisions and plans that affect them.
• Maintains positive relationships regardless of challenges, organizational level, personality, or background differences.
• Develops and articulates compelling rationale for positions.
• Builds a broad base of support among key decision makers and influencers.
• Positions and explains ideas and proposals in ways that get support from others.
• Encourages others to find new solutions that improve outcomes and deliver value.

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• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Disability Insurance (Short-Term and Long-Term)
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• Paid Sick Leave (where required by applicable state or local law)
• Supplemental Insurance Plans
• Identity Theft Protection
• Pet Insurance
• Employee Wellness Programs
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Career Growth and Professional Development Opportunities