Project Manager

Company: Rangam Consultants Inc.
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 15, 2022

Job Description:

The HM prefers candidates that can report onsite but if remote need to be on a PST timezone. Job Summary

• Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the direction, coordination, implementation, control and completion of projects, while remaining aligned with company strategy, commitments and goals.
• PM oversees initiating, planning and executing Cell Therapy Development (CTD) projects. The primary focus of the Project Manager will be to manage vector method projects in support of specific commercial product programs.
• The Project Manager is responsible for developing detailed project plans in support of the viral vector project scope and cross-functional stakeholders.
• This position works closely with the technical in order to coordinate and organize the deliverables associated with the CTD product programs.
• This position will also work closely with functional leadership and representatives to ensure alignment and coordination across CTD priorities.
• The PM will be responsible for using CTD Project Management best practices, tools and templates.
• The successful candidate will collaborate with the CTD Project Management organization to share ideas, tools, best practices, training, lessons learned, establish core competencies, conduct peer reviews of project management deliverables, etc.
• The successful candidate must have the ability to work in a highly matrixed and cross-functional organization, against tight deadlines with business leaders and stakeholders.
• The PM must have the drive to work with both internal and external partners to define and implement effective project management plans. Responsibilities
  • Partner with viral vector technical leads, quality leads, and facilities leads, to successfully achieve project objectives
  • Provide strong team leadership and drive to ensure projects are executed on-time and within budget
  • Facilitate the definition of project scope, goals and deliverables
  • Maintain project objectives through project lifecycle
  • Monitor execution and quality to customer/stakeholder/sponsor standards
  • Identify and resolve issues and risks
  • Report on project progress, offer viable solutions and opportunities as they arise
  • Implement appropriate project change control
  • Manage resources to make sure schedule is on track
  • Facilitate all project team meetings; attend related project team meetings as necessary to ensure alignment
  • Evaluate and assess result of project
  • Provide structure and leadership across departments to ensure team meets project objectives
  • Develop and communicate status to viral vector leadership Competencies and Experience
    • 3+ years' experience in bio tech/life sciences project management
    • Experience in cellular or gene therapy is preferred
    • PMP certification and project management experience preferred
    • Proficiency with related software tools such as: MS Project, OnePager, SmartSheets, MS PPT, MS Excel, etc.
    • Working knowledge of biopharma industry
    • Excellent interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills
    • Ability to work cross-functionally, with matrixed teams; maintaining strong business partner relationships
    • Experience in conflict resolution
    • Excellent problem-solving skills
    • Willingness to do what needs to be done in a dynamic environment Education Requirements
      • Bachelor's degree in Life Sciences-related discipline
      • Advanced degree in Life Sciences-related discipline and/or an MBA strongly preferred

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