Project Manager

Abzena Inc.; Massachusetts; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Abzena Inc. in Massachusetts is seeking an experienced Project Manager II to oversee integrated development and CMC programs for key clients.

The role emphasizes planning, scheduling, budgeting, and cross-functional coordination to ensure timely, compliant delivery of development activities. Responsibilities include creating project plans, tracking milestones, managing risks, and guiding communications across departments and sites.

Qualifications

• MS in Life Science, Engineering or related field is required.
• 4+ years project management experience leading multiple complex projects/programs.
• 2+ years in CDMO environment.
• Experience in small molecules or antibody-drug conjugates preferred.
• Broad knowledge of CMC including process development, regulatory/quality requirements, analytical development, formulation and drug product technologies.
• 3+ years client-facing experience.
• Experience with Microsoft Project.
• Must be a quick learner, independent and accountable for work.
• On-site work 5 days a week.
• Ability to work with clients overseas in different time zones.

Responsibilities

• Create project plans to meet client needs.
• Track, adjust and report milestone deliverables to clients and leadership.
• Communicate changes, plans and goals to partnering departments.
• Assist with risk and mitigation planning.
• Create kick-off meetings and Joint Team Meeting content, agenda and minutes.
• Document agreements and changes to the statement of work.
• Handle ERP activities, invoicing, cost control, revenue recognition and procurement.
• Support project budgets and forecast assumptions transparently.
• Coach and develop PM staff; may provide OJT.
• Identify and support PM improvement initiatives.
• Support transfer of services between sites.
• Maintain positive client relationships and communication.
• Adhere to Abzena policies and quality standards; act as a team player.

Skills

Project management

Client facing

MS Project

Education

MS in Life Science, Engineering or related field

Tools

Microsoft Project

Job description

With extensive experience in developing biologics and bioconjugates, we offer a seamless service delivered by fully integrated teams, from early discovery to commercial manufacturing.

Forward-thinking and committed, we find the best solution and use the right technologies to design, develop and manufacture your products to ensure we get vital medicines to patients quickly and safely.

We are dedicated to quality excellence. We are driven to get better treatments to market, efficiently and responsibly by reducing timelines and delivering the highest quality products and services.

We are Abzena. More than a CDMO, we are a responsible and dedicated partner that takes care of your products from concept to patient.

The Project Manager is responsible for managing integrated development and Chemistry, Bioconjugation Development and manufacturing programs of key clients while ensuring alignment with Abzena’s functions, goals, and values. The Program Manager II manages the planning, scheduling, and budgeting of CMC-related product/process development activities, including new product development, analytical methods development/validation, process improvements, and product characterization. In addition to managing key programs and their client relationships, the Project Manager will also support in the development of the PM organization through coaching and guidance.

Responsibilities

• Create project plans to meet client needs.
• Track, adjust and report milestone deliverables to clients, as well as internally to the Director of Project Management, Site Leadership, and Executive Leadership.
• Communicate all changes, plans, and goals to partnering departments and functions.
• Assist with risk and mitigation planning.
• Create kick-off meetings and Joint Team Meeting (JTM) content, agenda, and minutes.
• Document agreements and any changes to the statement of work.
• Complete ERP system activities, invoicing, cost control, revenue recognition, material tracking and procurement and assist with forecasting and change management activities.
• Provide support with project budgets, including but not limited to: review cost/price analysis’, pressure test and align assumptions in the forecast, ensuring transparency and communication of the approved plan and funding status of activities.
• Assist with development of others in the PM organization by providing coaching and guidance; may support OJT.
• Identify and support PM improvement initiatives.
• Provide support for the transfer of services between sites.
• Maintain positive personnel and client relationships and communication.
• Operate to the highest ethical and moral standards and participate effectively as a team player in all aspects of Abzena’s business and adhere to quality standards set by regulations and Abzena policies, procedures, and mission.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• MS in Life Science, Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years project management experience, leading multiple complex projects/programs
• 2+ years in CDMO
• Experience in small molecules or antibody drug conjugates preferred
• Broad knowledge of all aspects of CMC including process development, regulatory and quality requirements, analytical development, formulation and drug product technologies.
• 3+ years experience in a client facing position.
• Experienced with Microsoft Project
• Quick learner, independent and accountable for their work/projects, and can quickly adapt to changes.
• Ability to work on site all 5 days.
• Ability to work with clients overseas in different time zones.

FLSA: Exempt

Abzena is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all employment practices within our organization, including hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training.