Senior Project Manager (pharma)

JR United Kingdom; Grangemouth; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Project Manager to join its dynamic team in Grangemouth. This role involves leading complex projects, ensuring timelines and budgets are met while maintaining effective communication with clients and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management within the pharmaceutical sector, demonstrating the ability to navigate challenges and deliver results. This is a fantastic opportunity to contribute to innovative drug development solutions in a collaborative environment, making a significant impact on the future of healthcare.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in the pharmaceutical industry with project management experience.
• Strong communication skills to liaise with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage multiple complex projects within budget and timeline.
• Coordinate with clients and internal teams for project kick-off.

Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Communication

Risk Management

Budget Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Scientific Field

Advanced Degree

Job description

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Client:

Piramal Pharma Solutions

Location:

Grangemouth, United Kingdom

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Other

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Yes

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Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

Piramal Pharma Solutions is a leading global CDMO of advanced drug development and manufacturing solutions to the pharmaceutical industry.

We have an exciting opportunity at Piramal based in Grangemouth for a Project Manager to join our expanding team.

The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing projects within the decided-upon budget, timeline, and scope. They will also effectively monitor and present project updates to relevant stakeholders, clients, or project team members.

Role:

• Lead and manage multiple complex projects simultaneously, including oversight of the project scope, critical path, timeline, and financial milestones.
• Coordinate with business development and/or client to ensure appropriate information and materials are provided to facilitate project kick-off.
• Serve as the main point of contact with clients throughout the manufacturing process, ensuring needs are met, risks are communicated and mitigated.
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to establish practical, achievable, and realistic timelines.
• Initiate and facilitate team meetings to ensure accurate and timely flow of information.
• Proactively identify project risks and assist in developing mitigation strategies in alignment with project teams and clients.
• Identify scope creep proactively and negotiate acceptance of scope changes with the client, including input from site leadership and business development.
• Manage project revenue forecast and report revenue milestone achievements to Finance.
• Maintain consistent, routine communication with clients according to agreed terms.
• Record and distribute detailed meeting minutes for internal and external stakeholders.
• Lead projects in alignment with Piramal Pharma Solutions site policies and FDA guidelines.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's Degree in applicable scientific field required; advanced degree preferred.
• Japanese business knowledge is preferred but not essential.
• Minimum 3 years of previous pharmaceutical industry experience required.
• Minimum 2 years of client-facing, Project Management experience.