Director, Project Management

Worldwide; Sydney; Remote; AUD 160,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Worldwide Clinical Trials is seeking a Director of Project Management to provide leadership across PM/SPM teams and oversee large, global clinical projects. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, optimize resource use, and ensure delivery within scope, time, and budget.

The role requires senior-level program management experience, excellent communication with sponsors, and a track record of leading professional staff in a matrix organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field.
• Proven track record in clinical project management.
• Strong leadership and cross-functional coordination.

Responsibilities

• Direct line management of project managers and teams.
• Lead complex, multinational clinical projects within scope, time and budget.
• Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to ensure quality and compliance.
• Drive process improvements and risk management across programs.
• Provide expert guidance on resourcing and budgeting.

Skills

Leadership

Financial acumen

Project management

English communication

Negotiation

Education

University degree in life sciences or related field

Tools

MS Project

Excel

Forecasting tools

Job description

## Director, Project ManagementApply: Remote: Sydney, Australia: Virtual Australia: Full time: Posted Today: JR102866**Who we are**We’re a global, midsize CRO that pushes boundaries, innovates and invents because the path to a cure for the world’s most persistent diseases is not paved by those who play it safe. It is built by those who take pioneering, creative approaches and implement them with quality and excellence.We are Worldwide Clinical Trials, and we are a global team of over 3,500+ experts, bright thinkers, dreamers and doers and, together, we are changing the way the world experiences CROs – in the best possible way.Our mission is to work with passion and purpose every day to improve lives and we are looking for others who value this same pursuit.**Why Worldwide**We believe everyone plays an important role in making a world of difference for patients and their caregivers. From our hands-on, accessible leaders, to our cohesive and supportive teams, we are committed to enabling professionals from all backgrounds and experiences to succeed. We prioritize cultivating a diverse and inclusive environment that continues to promote collaboration and creativity. We are proud to be a workplace where people thrive by being themselves and are inspired to do their best work every day. Join us!\\*SUMMARY: The Director, Project Management (DPM) will provide functional leadership to PM/SPM, support and oversight of large, multi-national projects, may be responsible for directing and leading the activities of a therapeutic area within a Region; may be responsible for directing large national or global projects or a program of projects, and/or complex projects in terms of customer/deliverables.\\*\\*Works effectively across multiple divisions to direct the delivery of projects/programs within cost, time and quality requirements\\*\\*Provide direct supervision, support, training and mentoring to project managers\\*\\*Immediate supervision of employees, prepares and conducts performance appraisals and salary reviews, and applies company policies\\*\\*Works with leadership in all functional areas on the continuous development/improvement of business processes to support cross functional teams and to ensure that work is uniform, complete and managed appropriately instigating and leading change initiatives\\*\\*Communicates with sponsor (s) to obtain direction and feedback on scope of work and performance\\*\\*Serves as a liaison with Business Development and Bids/Contracts for the client presentations and proposal development\\*\\*Assists in resource utilization, policy development, and implementation of goals\\*\\*RESPONSIBILITIES:\\*\\_Tasks may include but are not limited to:\\_Direct line management of project management reportsAccountable for multiple projects simultaneouslyLead core project team and facilitate their ability to lead extended/complete project teamLead cross unit coordination both internal and external, inclusive of sub-contractorsDefine and manage project resource needs and establish contingency plans for key resourcesEnsure successful design, implementation, tracking and revision of project plans for assigned projectsPromote effective teamwork among project team membersResolve conflicts as neededEnsure appropriate communication on project-related matters with Senior ManagementMeet financial performance targets for the assigned clinical projects/programmesEnsure project deliverables are met according to both WCT and client expectationsInitiate improvements to enhance the efficiency and the quality of the work performed on assigned projectsMay be key client contact for assigned projects/clientsEstablish excellent working relationships with client project teams and vendors to ensure client satisfaction and operational excellenceEnsure that all staff allocated to assigned projects adheres to professional standards and SOPs established for clinical researchPerform other duties as assigned by managementPerform other duties as assigned. The duties and responsibilities listed above are representative of the nature and level of work assigned and are not necessarily all-inclusive.\\*OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES: \\*Strong leadership skillsStrong financial acumenExcellent judgment and decision making skillsEffective oral and written communication skills including the ability to communicate in English, both orally and in writingExcellent interpersonal skills and problem solving abilityEffective organizational skills and negotiation skillsExpert knowledge of project management principles and applicationKnowledge of budgeting, forecasting and resource managementA relationship builder who is able to work effectively in matrix organizationsA clear and deep understanding of the challenges of working in a multicultural service organizationKnowledge of regulatory guidelines and DirectivesSkilled in process improvement, especially as it applies to clinical trials, clinical development and project managementKnowledge of medical therapeutic area and medical terminologyStrong marketing and negotiation skillsComputer skills\\*REQUIREMENTS:\\*University/college degree (life science preferred) or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution (e.g., nursing certification, medical or laboratory technology) or equivalent combination of education and experience that provides the individual with the required knowledge, skills and abilitiesMinimum of ten (10) years of clinical pharmaceutical industry experience including demonstrated skills and competency in clinical project management tasksIn lieu of the above requirements, candidates with > five (5) years supervisory experience in a health care setting and eight (8) years clinical research experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industries will be consideredA demonstrated track record of success in clinical development and in leading and developing professional staff in a project led environmentProven experience developing and managing the budgets and resources of a segment of the businessExperience using project management softwareExperience in conducting global clinical trialsAvailable for domestic and international travel, including overnight staysValid PassportAbility to drive and have a valid driver’s licenseFluent in local office language and in English, both written and verbalBroad knowledge of drug development process and client needsPromotion to the next level is not automatic based on years of experience. Personnel are evaluated on proven competency, level of responsibility, and ability to work independently.