Position Summary – The Project Manager plays a critical role in leading and executing client programs across MedPharm’s end-to-end CDMO services. This client-facing position ensures seamless project execution by coordinating internal teams, managing key project milestones, and driving revenue through proactive scope management. Acting as the primary liaison between clients and internal departments, the Project Manager provides strategic oversight, mitigates risks, and identifies opportunities to optimize project delivery and client satisfaction.
Essential Function
sClient Engagement & Program Leadershi
- pServe as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining overall project knowledge and fostering strong relationships
- .Lead project team activities and ensure alignment between MedPharm and client expectations
- .Provide regular updates to clients and internal stakeholders, ensuring transparency and strategic alignment
.Project Planning & Executio
- nDevelop and maintain Gantt charts to communicate timelines and progress
- .Identify and manage critical dependencies to ensure smooth execution of project activities
- .Ensure proper utilization of project management tools, including meeting agendas, minutes, trackers, and dashboards
- .Liaise with the Finance team to confirm recognition of contractual milestones and monitor project expenditure to remain within budget
- .Manage the extension and expansion of ongoing projects, including the planning and delivery of change orders
- .Maintain accurate and up-to-date client records within designated platforms such as Salesforce, Smartsheet, or other internal systems
.Risk & Issue Managemen
- tProactively identify and mitigate project risks, escalating unresolved issues or resource constraints as needed
- .Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving and decision-making to maintain project momentum
- .Drive accountability across teams to meet contracted commitments and deliverables
.Process Optimization & Continuous Improvemen
- tPartner with leadership to enhance project management processes and tools
- .Contribute to operational excellence by identifying efficiencies and best practices
- .Ensure compliance with MedPharm’s quality standards, regulatory requirements, and training programs
.Key Relationships (examples: Depts or Individual positions that this position will be working closely with)
- :Technical Team
- sSenior/Executive Managemen
- tBusiness Developmen
- tFinanc
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Travel requirement
- s:Minimal travel required, limited to occasional client visits or conferences as neede
d.
Education and Experie
- nceBachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, or a related field with 2–4 years of relevant experience in project management within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or CDMO indust
- ry.PMP certification and/or a Master’s degree is highly desirab
- le.Prior experience in a CDMO or CMO environment is strongly preferr
ed.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abili
- tiesProficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook), Smartsheet, and Adobe
- Pro.Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mind
- set.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with competing priori
ties
Physical Demands and Work Enviro
nmentWhile performing the duties of this job, there may be certain physical demands required for the posi
tion.
Other
DutiesYou may be asked to take on any other responsibilities or tasks that are within your skills and abilities whenever reasonably
asked.
Limitations and Dis
claimerThe above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position. The Company is committed to making reasonable adjustments to the workplace to ensure the role is accessible to all candidates, including those with disabilities. To perform the job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty profic
iently.
