Junior Project Manager

Scymaris; Brixham; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Scymaris in Brixham, Devon, is hiring a Junior Project Manager with 1–2 years in project management or coordination to support the delivery of client projects within a CRO. You will coordinate timelines, resources and communications between clients and our technical teams.

You will work alongside experienced colleagues, developing your project management career in a growing CRO. Strong organisational skills, a proactive attitude, and UK work rights are essential.

Qualifications

• Around 1–2 years' experience in Project Coordination or PM-related role.
• Experience in a scientific environment (CRO, life sciences or lab) is preferred.
• Self-motivated, proactive team player with strong organisational skills.
• Science-related degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Strong communication skills and confidence with clients and internal teams.
• Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Right to work in the UK.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate multiple client projects from initiation through to completion.
• Act as day-to-day contact for clients with regular updates and clear communication.
• Support project planning, scheduling and resource coordination to ensure on-time delivery.
• Maintain project plans and update project management systems accurately.
• Monitor progress and escalate risks or issues as appropriate.
• Collaborate with Study Directors, laboratory teams and stakeholders to hit milestones.
• Assist with project reporting, documentation and client deliverables.
• Support revenue forecasting and project tracking with accurate information.
• Undertake other duties as required.

Skills

Project coordination

Communication

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Education

Science degree (Biology, Chemistry, Life Sciences)

Job description

Junior Project Manager

Full time | Brixham

Operations

As our business continues to grow, we're looking for a motivated Junior Project Manager to join our team. This is an excellent opportunity for someone with 1–2 years' project management or project coordination experience who is looking to develop their career.

About the role:

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys organising projects, building relationships and keeping things on track. They will be equally happy right in the detail of a problem but know when it’s time to step back and look at the big picture. You'll support the successful delivery of client projects by coordinating timelines, resources and communication between clients and our technical teams.

You'll work alongside experienced colleagues who will support your development, making this a fantastic opportunity to build your project management career within a growing CRO.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate multiple client projects from initiation through to completion.

• Act as a day-to-day point of contact for clients, providing regular updates and ensuring clear communication.

• Support project planning, scheduling and resource coordination to ensure projects are delivered on time.

• Maintain project plans and accurately update project management systems.

• Monitor project progress, escalating risks or issues where appropriate.

• Work closely with Study Directors, laboratory teams and internal stakeholders to ensure project milestones are achieved.

• Assist with project reporting, documentation and client deliverables.

• Support revenue forecasting and project tracking by maintaining accurate project information.

• Undertake other duties as required.

About You

We're looking for someone who is organised, proactive and eager to develop their project management career.

You'll have:

• Around 1–2 years' experience as a Project Coordinator, Project Management or similar role.

• Previous experience within a scientific environment, ideally a CRO, life sciences or laboratory setting.

• A self-motivated, team player attitude with excellent organisational skills and a strong attention to detail.

• A science-related degree (such as Biology, Chemistry, Environmental Science or similar) or equivalent industry experience.

• Strong communication skills and confidence working with both clients and internal teams.

• The ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

• The right to work in the UK.

Why Join Us?

• Excellent opportunity to develop your career within a growing Contract Research Organisation.

• Varied, client-facing role with a supportive, collaborative team where your ideas and contribution are valued.

• The chance to work on projects that make a positive environmental impact.

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