Project Manager

Durham, NC
Full Time
Project Management
Experienced

General Information

Title: Project Manager Date:  XXX
Site: Durham, NC
FLSA Status (US Only): Exempt/Non-Exempt		Department:  XXX
Reporting To: Director, Project Management

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 Functions
  • Client Engagement & Program Leadership
  • Serve 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 & Execution
  • Develop 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.
  • Risk & Issue Management
  • Proactively 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 Improvement
  • Partner 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.
Education and Experience
  • Bachelor’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 industry.
  • PMP certification and/or a Master’s degree is highly desirable.
  • Prior experience in a CDMO or CMO environment is strongly preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook), Smartsheet, and Adobe Pro.
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with competing priorities
Physical Demands and Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, there may be certain physical demands required for the position.

Other Duties 
You may be asked to take on any other responsibilities or tasks that are within your skills and abilities whenever reasonably asked.

Limitations and Disclaimer
The 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 proficiently.
 

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