Project Eecutive/Project Manager (BioTechnology)

CELLVEC PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading life sciences firm in Singapore is seeking a Project Executive/Manager to deliver project outputs within budget and schedule. The role involves working closely with executives and leading project managers. Ideal candidates should have a PhD/Master’s in Science, strong interpersonal skills, and experience in biotech or clinical trials. A thorough understanding of project management methods is essential. The position offers opportunities to develop strategic approaches in a dynamic working environment.

Qualifications

• Fresh PhD/Master’s in Science with commercial experience in life sciences.
• Experience in project management in biotech or clinical trials.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks while prioritizing effectively.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the COO for successful project delivery.
• Develop detailed work breakdown structures and project plans.
• Set budgets and monitor interconnected projects.

Skills

Leadership

Project management

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Education

PhD/Master’s in Science

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

Basecamp

Job description

Overview

The role of a Project Executive/Manager is to generate project plans and budgets, and be expected to deliver upon these structured development will provide strategic guidance to teams and project manage in ways that promote the company’s culture. He/She will also oversee the progress of operations.

The ideal candidate will be an excellent leader and will have experience in managing staff of different disciplines to produce results in a timely manner. They will also be able to develop efficient strategies and tactics.

The goal is to ensure that all programs deliver the desirable outcome to our organization.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Chief Operating Officer to ensure successful delivery of project outputs to schedule and within budgets.
• Develop detailed work breakdown structures and project plans to ensure delivery of agreed outcomes, working closely with clients and the executive team.
• Set budgets for programmes and agree costs with PM Lead and COO
• Identify, formulate, organize and monitor interconnected projects
• Decide on suitable strategies and objectives
• Coordinate cross-project activities
• Lead and evaluate project managers and other staff
• Develop and control deadlines, budgets and activities
• Apply change, risk and resource management
• Assume responsibility for the program’s people and vendors
• Resolve projects’ higher scope issues
• Prepare reports for program directors

Requirements

• Fresh PhD/Master’s in Science with commercial experience within the life science sector.
• Additional experience of project management through working in either: Biotech, biopharma, CMO, CRO, clinical trials or supply chain.
• Flexible approach to work assignments, ability to manage multiple and varied tasks and to prioritise the workload whilst maintaining attention to details
• Excellent interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills aligned with the ability to build and maintain strong relationships at sites and with service providers.
• Personal drive to help push the sector to be a commercial success.
• Proven experience as a Program Manager or other managerial position
• Thorough understanding of project/program management techniques and methods
• Excellent Knowledge of performance evaluation and change management principles
• Excellent knowledge of MS Office; working knowledge of program/project management software (Basecamp, MS Project etc.) is a strong advantage
• Outstanding leadership and organizational skills
• Excellent communication skills
• Excellent problem-solving ability