Our growing, global, biotechnology CDMO client specializing in Cell and Gene Therapy products is seeking a Senior Project Manager who will provide strategic oversight, day-to-day management, and execution of assigned projects. The individual in this position is responsible for managing CMC projects to support the development and commercialization of cellular therapies through customized services. The ideal candidate must have previous experience working in a Life Sciences environment to be considered.

• Primary client contact. Provides direct oversight and drives deliverables for all location-based clients
• Organizing and leading all project and client communications/meetings, including recording meeting minutes, tracking action items, preparing meeting agendas, coordinating client and internal team activities, and disseminating project information
• Develop customized governance structure, Project Charter and Communication Plan for each client
• Establishing, tracking, and managing project schedule/critical path activities, status reporting, and resource plan development to ensure projects are completed on time, on-schedule and within budget
• Identifying issues that may delay project deliverables and recommending appropriate risk mitigation strategies, contingencies, and actions to be taken
• Ensuring team members understand project objectives, specifications, deliverables, timelines, and tasks through ongoing clear, concise communication & motivation of project team members
• Collaborating with and providing ongoing project updates to senior management, functional leaders, and all project stakeholders to ensure integration and achievement of project milestones.
• Providing direct input into corporate strategic planning, development management processes, and project management from conception through development cycle
• Work closely with site Operations and Quality management to manage and prioritize the production schedule as it relates client deliverables and deadlines
• Advocate for use of templates and tools created for Project Managers by the Project Management Center of Excellence
• Create and maintain project team repositories (SharePoint, MS Teams, etc.)
• Mentor and coach direct reports or junior PMs

REQUIREMENTS 

• Bachelor's degree (life sciences, engineering or medically related field is a plus)
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus
• 5+ years project management experience with 3+ year’s relevant experience in biotechnology, life sciences, pharmaceutical or medically related field
• Experience in working in a GMP environment is preferred.
• Current experience in complex strategic planning, project execution, and resource management for a global organization is desirable
• Detailed understanding of what drives resource requirements 
• Experience in successfully coordinating across several complex functions to ensure comprehensive and consistent planning
• Proficiency in project management principles, practices, and tools such as MS Project (Gantt charts) is required
• Experience with the preparation of reports and/or presentations/communications via presentation tools such as PowerPoint, project dashboards and written reports
• Strong business acumen. Ability to transfer contracted services into coherent project deliverables.
• Must be a dedicated self-starter with a high energy level and able to achieve results
• Proven record of excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proven ability to challenge the status quo and regularly think of ways to do things differently together with having strong problem-solving skills
• Ability to comfortably interact and clearly communicate with individuals at all levels of the organization to provide program updates and reviews
• Ability to think strategically and tactically (detail-oriented)
• Strong collaborative and influencing skills and ability to work well in a cross-functional, matrixed environment
• Analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to multi-task team is essential
• Flexible and able to adapt to company growth and evolving responsibilities
• Highly organized and ability to manage multiple priorities
• Strong attention to detail and excellent organization
• Must have the ability to work in a team-oriented environment and with clients
• Must be able to work during the weekend, holidays and as required by the company. 

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Lynkx Staffing LLC specializes in placing professionals in the Biotechnology, Pharmaceutical and Medical Device industries in New Jersey.

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