Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager Overview

• The Senior Project Manager will oversee network upgrade projects in a GxP pharmaceutical environment, ensuring successful implementation and adoption.
• Collaborate with stakeholders and third-party providers to deliver high-quality project outcomes.
• Lead organizational change management efforts to ensure seamless integration of new systems and processes.
• Provide on-site project management support during critical implementation periods, including shutdowns and holiday schedules.
• Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, budgets, and documentation using industry-standard tools.
• Ensure project governance and adherence to corporate project office processes and tools.
• Drive decision-making across workstreams, including IT, Finance, Operations, and Quality.
• Measure project performance and provide regular updates to stakeholders and sponsors.
• Foster effective relationships between business units, IT, and vendors to achieve project goals.

Senior Project Manager Key Responsibilities & Duties

• Lead end-to-end project implementation, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget.
• Facilitate project team meetings, risk assessments, and issue resolution sessions.
• Develop and maintain project charters, schedules, budgets, and communication plans.
• Coordinate "go-live" activities and provide hyper-care support post-implementation.
• Manage project governance and cadence throughout the lifecycle to meet requirements.
• Utilize corporate tools and processes for project tracking and reporting.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation for successful project execution.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to promote awareness and understanding of changes.
• Track project expenditures, ensuring cost control and budget adherence.

Senior Project Manager Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Project Management, Business, or related field required.
• Minimum of 7 years of IT project management experience, preferably in pharmaceutical/biotech industries.
• Proven expertise in network upgrade implementations within GxP environments.
• Experience with project management tools such as Planview, Smartsheet, and Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of Waterfall methodologies and software development lifecycle processes.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred.
• Strong communication skills and ability to lead cross-functional teams in matrix organizations.
• Understanding of GxP practices and compliance requirements in pharmaceutical settings.
• Willingness to travel and provide on-site support during critical project phases.