Project Manager

Not applicable1; Davie (FL); On-site; USD 52,348 - 55,104; Full time

Job summary

A global pharmaceutical organization is seeking an entry-level Project Manager to oversee and execute various projects at their Davie site. This role involves planning, coordinating with multi-site teams, and ensuring adherence to industry standards. Ideal candidates should hold a PhD or Master’s in relevant fields and possess 1-3 years of project management experience in the pharmaceutical sector. The position offers a contract with an hourly pay rate of $38 - $40.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of experience with a global pharmaceutical company.
• Experience in pharmaceutical project management and managing cross-functional teams.
• Understanding of FDA requirements for product launches and changes.

Responsibilities

• Manage project information, communications, and schedules.
• Coordinate cross-functional efforts for project execution.
• Maintain project database and track milestones.
• Provide leadership and guidance during project execution.
• Anticipate and plan contingencies for project risks.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Risk management

Education

PhD or Master's Degree in Computer Sciences, Pharmaceutical Sciences or Robotics

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification (plus)

Job description

Overview

Location: Davie, FL 33314 | Duration: 12 months contract (Temp to permanent) | Pay Rate: $38 - $40/Hr. W2 (Without Benefits) | Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm

Job Role: This position is responsible for planning, managing, and executing projects and teams at the Davie site and interacting with other project managers across network. These projects include, but are not limited to process changes, equipment qualification, new equipment, software, automation, and system implementation, etc. This individual will work with cross-functional teams at the site, and at other internal and external locations.

Responsibilities

• Schedule project kickoff meetings and manage all project information, communications, and schedules. Ensure teams develop timelines / critical paths and strategies to facilitate “right the first time” project execution
• Coordinate cross-functional and multi-site efforts to ensure project execution according to schedule. Define and schedule team meeting times, frequencies, and forums
• Maintain project database; develop baselines, track milestones, and communicate strategies and action plans. Hold routine project update meetings and provide agendas, minutes, and other status reports as required, create and maintain meaningful dashboards and KPIs
• Provide leadership and guidance to the project team, particularly during the execution phase; develop with the team the optimal plan and system setups needed to meet project requirements. Ensure teams adhere to all tools and processes
• With the team, anticipate and quantify technical, operational, and quality risks and plan contingencies for all assigned projects
• Utilize team to identify constraints within the site and solve conflicts based on priorities set by site and above site groups
• Responsible for maintaining work areas and performing job functions in a safe and efficient manner in accordance with company policies and procedures, Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP’s), and Standard Operating Procedures (SOP’s) instructions.
• Responsible for performing additional related duties as assigned.

Education / Certification / Experience

• PhD or Master’s Degree in Computer Sciences or Pharmaceutical sciences or Robotics, required.
• 1-3 years of experience with a global pharmaceutical company, with pharmaceutical project management experience. Experience working with or managing cross-functional, multi-site teams. Working knowledge of industry guidelines and applicability to the site’s products. Understanding of FDA requirements for product launches and changes, required.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is a plus.

Seniority level

• Entry level

Employment type

• Contract

Job function

• Project Management and Information Technology

Industries

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