Project Transformation Manager

Life Sciences WA; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 3,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Novotech is a global clinical CRO seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead transformation initiatives across CRO teams, IT and business units from the ETO. The role focuses on governance, delivery, change management and benefits realization to improve project outcomes and stakeholder value.

You will drive cross-functional collaboration, manage risk, budgets and schedules, and report to the ETO manager while ensuring alignment with corporate strategy and regulatory requirements in a dynamic life

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, Life Sciences or related field.
• MBA preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead transformation initiatives including preparation of project plans, resources, budgets, governance and reporting to deliver on time and within scope.
• Monitor and evaluate all aspects of project implementation including risk and contingency management and benefits realization.
• Coordinate with CRO teams, IT and departments to ensure stakeholder readiness and adoption of new processes.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Change management

Leadership

Agile/Waterfall

Risk management

Communication

Decision making

Budget & governance

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business / IT / Life Sciences

MBA preferred

Tools

Jira

Job description

Responsible for leading and delivering transformation initiatives, providing leadership, business coordination and digitalization of processes to improve the quality and effectiveness of delivering a project across the CRO. Ensure projects are customer-focused and well-governed. Regularly report to the steering committee on the progress of project. Reporting to the Head of Enterprise Transformation Office (ETO), the PM will closely work with different CRO Teams, IT and other departments as required.

Key Responsibilities

• Leading the transformation initiatives including preparation of project plans, identifying and coordinating resources, monitoring budgets, and meeting governance and reporting requirements to ensure project outcomes are achieved on time, within budget, to quality standards and within agreed scope.
• Monitor and evaluate all aspects of project implementation, including risk and contingency management, benefits realization, project impacts, outcomes and measures to ensure the success of the project.
• In consultation with ETO Manager, monitor the allocation of resources to ensure the achievement of strategic deliverables whilst maintaining a high level of service for BAU activities.
• Work in consultation with BU’s within CRO regionally to ensure projects are implemented successfully and with the aim of improving the quality and impact of services provided.
• Ensure appropriate governance and risk frameworks are utilized to ensure project success.
• Use established standardized PM methodologies, tools, and governance frameworks.
• Ensure consistent tracking of project performance, risks, dependencies, and benefits realization.
• Ensure alignment between project outcomes and business objectives.
• Proactively identify and resolve cross-functional dependencies, bottlenecks and risks.
• Foster strong collaboration across global and regional teams.
• Ensure stakeholder readiness, communication, and adoption of new processes and systems.
• Project and Test (including Data Migration) Planning.
• Staff Training and Communication coordination (as required).
• Coordination of Project daily/weekly standups and SME meetings.
• Participation in regular ETO meetings.
• Upload project timesheets as required into PSA system.
• In conjunction with ETO Manager, develop and overall view of change that supports decision making around project delivery timing due to the impact on key stakeholders
• Lead change management,communicationsand adoption activities.
• Successful delivery of transformation initiatives.
• Optimized and standardized business processes.
• Improved operational efficiency and stakeholder experience.
• Successful adoption of new systems and ways of working.
• Conduct System Review (together with IT) and able to assess key risks (and document key controls required), while going through process changes
• Project Vendor Contracting, Evaluation and attending their meetings
• Review and prioritize Jira Tickets / Enhancements

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in business, IT, Life Sciences or related field; MBA preferred
• 7-10 years of experience in project management, transformation operational excellence or consulting with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role
• Significant Project Management Experience working in complex, multi-functional organizations
• Experience in CRO, Biotech or similar regulated environment preferred.
• Strong ability to read and interpret relevant legislation, regulations and local policies
• Deep understanding of project management methodologies (Waterfall, Agile, Hybrid)
• PMP, PgMP, or Agile or equivalent certification preferred
• Strategic thinking with strong execution focus
• Process improvement with analytical skills
• Stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Data-driven decision-making and problem-solving capabilities
• Proven ability to communicate across all levels in an organization maintaining strong client relationships ensuring collaborative project delivery
• Excellent presentation, verbal and written skills
• Ability to operate in fast-paced, ambiguous environments
• An agile working style with the ability to negotiate, problem-solve and work flexibly
• Strong ability to manage risk, task scheduling and opportunity identification and risk mitigation
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, align programs and resources to deliver in line with corporate direction and appropriate governance

Good to have

• Global or regional project management / Transformation experience will be a big bonus

Novotech is proud to offer a great workplace. We are committed to being an employer of choice for gender equality and providing an inclusive work environment where everyone is treated fairly and with respect. Our team members are passionate about what we do, but we understand work is only one of the things that is important to them. We support our team members with flexible working options, paid parental leave for both parents, flexible leave entitlements, wellness programs and ongoing development programs. We are looking for people who are passionate about working in clinical research and biotech, including people who identify with LGBTIQ+, have a disability or have caring responsibilities. We are a Circle Back Initiative Employer and commit to responding to every application. We look forward to talking to you about working at Novotech.

About Us

Novotech is a global full-service clinical Contract Research Organization (CRO).

At Novotech, ambition meets opportunity. As a globally recognized leader in clinical research and scientific advisory services, we are proud to combine our position at the forefront of the industry with an award-winning workplace culture that values ambition, innovation, and growth. Named Employer of Choice, Great Place to Work and Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE), we are committed to fostering an environment that reflects the life-changing work we do.

Since 1997, we have expanded our global footprint, now with 30+ offices across Asia-Pacific, the United States, and Europe. This growing network unites professionals from diverse backgrounds and disciplines to advance therapies that improve patient outcomes worldwide.

At Novotech, our employees are at the heart of our success. By offering trust, flexibility, and autonomy through programs like NovoLife, our flexible benefits framework, we empower team members to create an effective work-life balance that delivers professional satisfaction and maximum results for clients.

With access to mentorship opportunities, professional development programs, and a dynamic community, Novotech offers a platform for driven individuals to achieve personal growth while shaping the future of healthcare. Join us to be a part of a team that values your contributions and supports your ambition to make a global impact.

About the Team

At Novotech we have advanced therapeutic and regulatory expertise, the ability to execute across markets and a client-centric service model,so that our clients get a trusted, long-term partner and an accelerated path to bring their life-changing advances to market. This gives our employees the opportunity to develop their careers by joining a diverse and supportive global organization with a collaborative culture, whilst working with clients on the cutting-edge of life sciences.
At Novotech you will work alongside empowered teams with a shared commitment to success.

• Strategic vs transactional mindset.
• Ability to gain insights and make proactive decisions quickly.
• Culture that fosters partnership and collaboration, where every voice is heard and valued.
• Ongoing support from senior stakeholders and leadership team.

At Novotech we have advanced therapeutic and regulatory expertise, the ability to execute across markets and a client-centric service model,so that our clients get a trusted, long-term partner and an accelerated path to bring their life-changing advances to market. This gives our employees the opportunity to develop their careers by joining a diverse and supportive global organization with a collaborative culture, whilst working with clients on the cutting-edge of life sciences.
At Novotech you will work alongside empowered teams with a shared commitment to success.

• Strategic vs transactional mindset.

• Ability to gain insights and make proactive decisions quickly.

• Culture that fosters partnership and collaboration, where every voice is heard and valued.

• Ongoing support from senior stakeholders and leadership team.

Job Info

• Job Identification 4263
• Posting Date 07/28/2026, 03:07 AM
• Job Schedule Full time
• Locations Ground Floor, Unit 1, Block E, Helios Business Park., Bangalore, 560103, IN