Project Manager

ADLIB; Bristol; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

A Bristol-based biotech firm is seeking a Project Manager with a strong background in life sciences. The role involves leading key projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget, while fostering a culture of accountability. Candidates should possess significant project management experience and ideally a relevant degree and certification.

Qualifications

• At least 5 years’ experience in biotechnology or life sciences.
• Experience in diagnostics or medical devices is a plus.
• Knowledge of grant reporting or OKRs is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams for biotech projects.
• Create and maintain project plans and timelines.
• Manage resources, budgets, and resolve issues.

Skills

Communication

Technical Literacy

Project Management

Adaptability

Education

Degree in a relevant field

Project Management Certification

Job description

I am looking for an Project Manager to join my client, a Bristol-based biotech developing next-gen IVDs for bloodstream infections.

What you'll be doing?

As a Project Manager, you’ll lead cross-functional teams to deliver key biotech projects on time and within budget. You’ll create and maintain project plans, timelines, and risk registers, while ensuring smooth communication and reporting to stakeholders. You’ll run project meetings, manage resources and budgets, and resolve issues to keep progress on track. Working closely with teams across science, engineering, and operations, you’ll help streamline workflows and foster a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

What they are looking for?

They are looking for an organised and proactive project manager with at least 5 years’ experience in biotechnology or life sciences. You have strong communication skills, technical literacy, and a solid understanding of regulated product development. You’re comfortable managing multiple projects and adapting quickly to change. Ideally, you hold a degree in a relevant field and a project management certification. Experience in diagnostics or medical devices, and knowledge of grant reporting or OKRs, is a bonus.

What you'll get in return for your experience?

The salary for this role is £50,000 - £57,000 plus benefits. It is a permanent, full-time position based four days a week on-site in Bristol. Candidates must be eligible to work in the UK to apply.

What's next?

If this sounds like a role for you then please do apply through the link.