Senior Project Manager, CDMO Programs & Tech Transfers

Veranova; Harvard (MA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

401(k) Plan with company match

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Veranova is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional programs within a CDMO framework, managing R&D and manufacturing activities, and coordinating seamless technology transfers between client and internal sites.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and expertise in drug substance development, with accountability for on-time, on-budget delivery in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Requires cross-functional project management experience in the pharmaceutical CDMO industry.
• Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and interface with executive leadership.
• Strong understanding of cGMP ICH and regulatory guidance.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic oversight of end-to-end drug substance program lifecycle, including development, scale-up, validation and commercial readiness.
• Lead cross-functional project teams, establishing ownership and accountable delivery.
• Serve as primary client contact, aligning project goals, timelines and expectations.
• Develop and manage integrated project plans with scope, timelines, resources, risks and budgets.
• Lead governance forums, client meetings, and executive status updates with clear communications.
• Lead complex technology transfers across internal and client sites with risk mitigation and flawless execution.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Client coordination

Project management

Communication

Influence without authority

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, or Pharmaceutical Sciences

Advanced degree preferred

Job description

Veranova is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional programs within a CDMO framework, managing R&D and manufacturing activities, and coordinating seamless technology transfers between client and internal sites.

The role requires strong leadership, communication, and expertise in drug substance development, with accountability for on-time, on-budget delivery in a regulated environment.