Project Manager II
PCI Pharma Services
Summary
The Project Manager II is responsible for project management tasks for custom Drug Product (DP) projects that support key clients & internal objectives. Under minimal supervision this position drives planning, decision-making, develops implementation strategies and lead efforts for projects. This position works with team members to create and maintain project plans and timelines, which may include budget, definition, scope, supply chain management, financial resources allocation, dependencies, and target dates. This position does not have direct supervisory responsibilities but will lead cross-functional internal/external project team activities.
Job description
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Responsible for development of project timelines and tracking of contract deliverables.
- Hosts project meetings to provide status update to clients and internal cross-functional team members.
- Communicates effectively with client and across all functional groups so that schedules and scope of the project is clear.
- Identifies project issues such as resource, technical or scheduling constraints and assists to resolve these issues internally and with external stakeholders by development of risk assessments, summarized options and proposed solutions with impact statements.
- Responsible for hosting client visits.
- Responsible for evaluating unexpected deviations that may impact project deliverables or timelines and taking steps to resolve these issues.
- Ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget and scope, and conforms to predetermined quality standards.
- Manages customer project according to agreed Project Management methodologies (processes, tools, templates, meetings, etc.).
- Proactively facilitates the communication and cooperation between the customer and project team members.
- Manages product cost and drives continuous improvement on product level (repeat business).
- Tracks and forecasts revenue generating activities of assigned projects.
- Identifies and actively participates in business improvement programs.
- Supports in establishment of common customer experience across global accounts
- Collaborates with Sales in building long-term relationships with customers.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree required.
- Master's degree in a life sciences or business discipline preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Biotech/Pharma or CMO.
- Minimum of 2 years in Project Management.
- Strong computer skills, MS Office, MS Word, MS PowerPoint.
- MS-Project and/or Smartsheet is preferred.
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills.
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with the proven ability to function effectively and tactfully with multiple departments and personnel, able to gain consensus and commitment.
- Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, matrix management, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills.
- Understanding of biotech or drug product development and of multi-project planning and coordination is required.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree required
- Master's degree in a life sciences or business discipline preferred
- Minimum of 5 years of experience in Biotech/Pharma or CMO
- Minimum of 2 years in Project Management
- Strong computer skills, MS Office, MS Word, MS PowerPoint
- MS-Project and/or Smartsheet is preferred
- Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Highly developed interpersonal skills with the proven ability to function effectively and tactfully with multiple departments and personnel, able to gain consensus and commitment
- Demonstrated leadership, interpersonal, matrix management, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills
- Understanding of biotech or drug product development and of multi-project planning and coordination is required
Benefits
- Paid time off
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Flexible spending account
- 401(k)
- Performance bonus
Company overview
PCI Pharma Services is a global contract development and manufacturing organization (CDMO) that provides comprehensive pharmaceutical supply chain solutions to pharmaceutical and biopharmaceutical companies worldwide. Founded in 1991 and headquartered in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, the company has established itself as a trusted partner in the healthcare industry, offering integrated services that span the entire drug development lifecycle. PCI specializes in drug development support, clinical trial supply management, contract drug manufacturing, sterile and non-sterile drug product packaging, and global pharmaceutical logistics. With a global footprint encompassing 30 GMP-compliant facilities across multiple continents, the company serves as a strategic partner that follows the molecule from early development through commercial launch. PCI's expertise enables clients to accelerate time-to-market while ensuring regulatory compliance and quality standards. The company's comprehensive service portfolio includes analytical services, formulation development, commercial manufacturing, packaging, supply chain management, and distribution, making it a one-stop solution for pharmaceutical companies seeking to outsource their development and manufacturing needs.