Senior Project Manager

Clutch; New York (NY); Remote; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A staffing agency is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager with a background in pharmaceutical marketing. The role involves leading high-visibility marketing projects from initiation to closure, ensuring adherence to project management best practices and regulatory requirements. Candidates should have over 5 years of project management experience and a strong understanding of MLR/PRC processes. The position is remote, allowing flexibility in location within the NY/PA/NJ area.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5+ years of Project Management experience, with 3 years in pharmaceutical marketing or medical communications.
• Strong understanding of pharmaceutical promotional review process (MLR/PRC).
• Excellent command of project management software and office tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage pharmaceutical marketing projects from start to finish.
• Drive adherence to project management best practices and regulatory requirements.
• Develop detailed project scopes, timelines, and budgets.

Skills

Project management

Pharmaceutical marketing knowledge

Team collaboration

Proficiency with project management software

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or related field

PMP or equivalent certification

Tools

Workfront

SmartSheet

MS Project

MS Office

Google Suite

Job description

Role: Senior Project Manager, Pharmaceutical Marketing Agency
Location: Must be located in NY/PA/NJ area
Hybrid/On-site/Remote: Remote

Clutch Creative is a rapidly growing staffing agency. We support our clients by identifying unreachable talent that helps their businesses grow. Our candidates work with us because they know we have the best opportunities available to them and will help them navigate their next career move. We care, we’re honest, and we hustle—that’s what makes us Clutch. Clutch is looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager with Pharma Agency experience for a client of ours.

Key Responsibilities

• Project Leadership: Lead and manage complex, high‑visibility pharmaceutical marketing and medical communications projects from initiation to closure, including promotional campaigns, digital initiatives, and submission materials.
• Process Management: Drive adherence to project management best practices, agency workflows, and strict pharmaceutical regulatory requirements (e.g., MLR/PRC review).
• Scope & Financial Control: Develop detailed project scopes, timelines, and budgets. Proactively monitor project progress, identify potential risks, and implement effective mitigation strategies to ensure projects stay on track and profitable.
• Team Collaboration: Act as the central hub of communication, collaborating effectively with cross‑functional teams including Account Services, Creative, Editorial, Strategy, and Medical/Scientific staff.
• Resource Management: Work closely with the PMO Director or resource manager to define resource needs, forecast utilization, and manage project workloads efficiently.
• Client Communication: Maintain clear and consistent communication with the Account team and clients regarding project status, milestones, dependencies, and any issues impacting scope or timeline.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to junior Project Managers and Coordinators on complex project issues and agency processes.

Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum of 5+ years of Project Management experience, with at least 3 years managing projects specifically within a pharmaceutical marketing or medical communications agency.
• Industry Knowledge: Strong, demonstrated understanding of the pharmaceutical promotional review process (MLR/PRC) and the submission requirements for various materials (print, digital, video).
• Skills: Proficiency with project management software (e.g., Workfront, SmartSheet, MS Project) and excellent command of MS Office/Google Suite. Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects effectively.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field. PMP or equivalent certification is a significant plus.
• Attributes: Exceptional organizational skills, high attention to detail, and a proactive, problem‑solving mindset. Must be able to perform under pressure in a deadline‑driven environment.

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