Managed Services Project Management Office (Pharma Life Science) Director

PwC; California (MO); On-site; USD 142,000 - 317,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Director for their Managed Services Project Management Office in Pharma Life Sciences. This role involves leading project portfolios to optimize strategic business outcomes while fostering a collaborative environment. You will inspire teams, manage high-stakes projects, and ensure client satisfaction through effective communication and leadership. With a strong emphasis on integrity and quality, this position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of client engagements and drive innovation within the organization. If you're passionate about project management and ready to make a significant impact, this role is for you.

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401k

Paid Vacation

Holiday Pay

Sick Leave

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in project management, preferably in Pharma Life Sciences.
• Proven ability to lead teams and manage complex projects.

Responsibilities

• Oversee project selection, prioritization, and resource allocation.
• Drive business growth and mentor future leaders.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership

Communication

Strategic Thinking

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

PMP Certification

CSM Certification

SAFe Certification

Job description

Managed Services Project Management Office (Pharma Life Science) Director

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Specialty/Competency: Managed Services

Industry/Sector: Not Applicable

Time Type: Full time

Travel Requirements: Up to 80%

At PwC, our people in project portfolio management focus on optimising project portfolios to drive strategic business outcomes. These individuals oversee project selection, prioritisation, and resource allocation to facilitate successful project delivery. In project management at PwC, you will oversee and coordinate various projects to facilitate successful delivery within budget and timeline. You will leverage strong organisational and communication skills to effectively manage teams and stakeholders.

Translating the vision, you set the tone, and inspire others to follow. Your role is crucial in driving business growth, shaping the direction of client engagements, and mentoring the next generation of leaders. You are expected to be a guardian of PwC's reputation, understanding that quality, integrity, inclusion and a commercial mindset are all foundational to our success. You create a healthy working environment while maximising client satisfaction. You cultivate the potential in others and actively team across the PwC Network, understanding tradeoffs, and leveraging our collective strength.

Skills

Examples of the skills, knowledge, and experiences you need to lead and deliver value at this level include but are not limited to:

• Lead in line with our values and brand.
• Develop new ideas, solutions, and structures; drive thought leadership.
• Solve problems by exploring multiple angles and using creativity, encouraging others to do the same.
• Balance long-term, short-term, detail-oriented, and big picture thinking.
• Make strategic choices and drive change by addressing system-level enablers.
• Promote technological advances, creating an environment where people and technology thrive together.
• Identify gaps in the market and convert opportunities to success for the Firm.
• Adhere to and enforce professional and technical standards (e.g. refer to specific PwC tax and audit guidance) the Firm's code of conduct, and independence requirements.
  
  

Minimum Degree Required

Bachelor's Degree

Minimum Year(s) Of Experience

15 year(s)

Certification(s) Required

PMP

Preferred Qualifications

Degree Preferred

Master's Degree

Certification(s) Preferred

CSM, SAFe

Preferred Knowledge/Skills

Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities with, and/or a proven record of success directing efforts including:

• Abilities in project management within a Pharmaceutical Life Sciences organization;
• Proven record of success in PMO Domain knowledge;
• Proven ability to read situations and modify behavior to build quality relationships; and,
• Using straightforward communication, in a structured way, when influencing and connecting with others.
  
  

Demonstrates thought leader-level abilities with, and/or a proven record of success directing efforts

• Assessing client needs and capabilities, providing tools/methodologies and guidance to establish or improve client program management organizations;æ
• Establishing Program Strategy, Governance and Management in providing advice and oversight to client in evaluation of program alternatives and assisting in structuring a plan and mobilizing resources to deliver results;
• Interacting with end users to understand and document business and functional requirements for complex projects, including full software development life cycle;
• Providing stakeholder management and a proven ability to effectively communicate with C-Suite executives;
• Developing program strategies;æ
• Establishing plans to increase project governance structure, roles and responsibilities;
• Demonstrating expert-level abilities with, and a proven track record of, supporting business development opportunities and contributing to sales;æ
• Devising strategy and managing Program Effectiveness teams;
• Demonstrating thought leader-level abilities and/or a proven record of success participating in consulting-related projects within a professional services environment; and,
• Utilizing functional knowledge expertise and industry standard methodologies and tools, as well as creative problem-solving abilities to devise solutions, related to training, change management, and program management.
  
  

Learn more about how we work: https://pwc.to/how-we-work

PwC does not intend to hire experienced or entry level job seekers who will need, now or in the future, PwC sponsorship through the H-1B lottery, except as set forth within the following policy: https://pwc.to/H-1B-Lottery-Policy.

As PwC is anequal opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at PwC without regard to race; color; religion; national origin; sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity); age; disability; genetic information (including family medical history); veteran, marital, or citizenship status; or, any other status protected by law.

For only those qualified applicants that are impacted by the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, San Diego County Fair Chance Ordinance, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable, arrest or conviction records will be considered for Employment in accordance with these laws. At PwC, we recognize that conviction records may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship to responsibilities such as accessing sensitive company or customer information, handling proprietary assets, or collaborating closely with team members. We evaluate these factors thoughtfully to establish a secure and trusted workplace for all.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed, unless otherwise set forth on the following webpage. Please visit this link for information about anticipated application deadlines: https://pwc.to/us-application-deadlines

The salary range for this position is: $142,500 - $317,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. For roles that are based in Maryland, this is the listed salary range for this position. Actual compensation within the range will be dependent upon the individual's skills, experience, qualifications and location, and applicable employment laws. PwC offers a wide range of benefits, including medical, dental, vision, 401k, holiday pay, vacation, personal and family sick leave, and more. To view our benefits at a glance, please visit the following link: https://pwc.to/benefits-at-a-glance

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Director

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Management and Manufacturing

• Industries

  Accounting, Financial Services, and Business Consulting and Services

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