Senior Project Manager, Corporate Program Management

NCBiotech; North Carolina; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical / dental / vision coverage

401k and ESPP

Paid time off & parental leave

Job summary

United Therapeutics seeks a proactive Senior Project Manager to lead cross-functional projects in a fast-paced biopharma setting. You will guide internal teams and external partners from initiation through closure, ensuring milestones, budgets, and risks are managed with clarity and precision.

The role requires a technical degree, 5+ years in life sciences project management, PMP or equivalent, and strong communication skills. Hybrid work from RTP, NC aligns with strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline, such as science or engineering.
• 5+ years in pharmaceutical, medical device, or life sciences industry.
• 5+ years in project or program management.
• PMP certification or equivalent.
• Strong communication and leadership under pressure.
• Working knowledge of FDA and ICH guidelines.
• Proficient in MS Office and PM tools (MS Project, Smartsheet).

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional project teams including internal and external partners.
• Manage projects through initiation to closure and lifecycle stages.
• Drive milestones, charters, scopes, budgets, and interdependencies.
• Identify risks and issues, escalate and mitigate proactively.
• Communicate updates clearly to diverse technical and non-technical audiences.
• Support deployment of tools and best practices in Corporate PM.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Communication

Risk management

Analytical problem solving

Presentation skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/engineering

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

Job description

Who We Are

We are the first publicly-traded biotech or pharmaceutical company to take the form of a public benefit corporation. Our public benefit purpose is to provide a brighter future for patients through the development of novel pharmaceutical therapies; and technologies that expand the availability of transplantable organs.United Therapeutics (Nasdaq: UTHR) seeks to travel down the corridors of indifference to develop treatments for rare, deadly diseases. We were founded in 1996 by a family seeking a cure for their daughter’s pulmonary arterial hypertension (PAH). Today, we have six FDA-approved therapies that treat PAH, pulmonary hypertension associated with interstitial lung disease (PH-ILD) and neuroblastoma, a rare pediatric cancer. Our near-term pipeline seeks to develop additional therapies for PAH and pulmonary fibrosis (PF).The cure for end‑stage life‑threatening diseases like PAH, PH-ILD, PF, and many others is an organ transplant, but only a small percentage of donated organs are available to address the vast need. For this reason, we are working to create manufactured organs to address the shortage of kidneys, hearts, lungs, and livers available for transplant. We believe an unlimited supply of tolerable, transplantable organs will eliminate the transplant waiting list and cure end‑stage organ diseases for which transplant is not currently an option.

Who You Are

You’re a proactive and motivated Project Manager with proven experience successfully leading cross‑functional project planning and tracking, and risk management. You are an excellent communicator who loves partnering with internal and external stakeholders to meet the needs of each unique project you are leading. You love a challenge and have never met a problem that you couldn't find a solution for. You are also extremely organized with an unmatched attention for detail. You are ultimately looking to work for a company that is innovative and inspiring where you can truly make a difference.

Senior Project Manager responsibilities

The Senior Project Manager plans, monitors, and manages internal and external projects from initiation through completion and participates in management of strategic programs. This role will:Lead project team, which may include internal cross‑functional groups and external service providers, who are peers or senior levelSuccessfully manage assigned projects through the entire project management life cycle, from initiation through execution and closure. Drive the project team, in evaluating, analyzing, planning, organizing and executingOversee internal and external tasks for achieving project objectives and may serve as primary contact for projectConcurrently manage multiple projects (3+ projects) and / or programs with multiple projects, that may be at various points of the project life cyclePresent project information and updates within to a wide array of technical or non‑technical audiencesEnsure project schedules are defined prior to project initiation, including project charters, and defining key milestones, roles and responsibilitiesOversee the schedule and budget for all projects being managed, including managing interdependencies of workstreams with overall plan baselinesCommunicate effectively and persuasively; influence internal and external team members and stakeholdersIdentify risks and issues and conduct follow‑up on off‑track/lagging projects and tasks. Develop strategies and action plans to resolve issues and mitigate risks. Escalate risk and issues as appropriate for timely resolution and mitigationContribute to the implementation of tools, best practices, and technology for Corporate Program Management department. Support and advance Corporate Program Management departmental and Corporate Development & Alliance Management interdepartmental strategic objectives

Minimum Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical discipline, such as science or engineering5+ years of experience in the pharmaceutical / medical device / life sciences industry5+ years of experience in project or program managementCertified Project Management Professional (PMP)-PMI PMP or equivalentExperience working under pressure with tight timelines and is energized by a fast‑paced work environmentAnalytical and problem solving skillsExperience in creating clear and compelling presentations and demonstrates strong verbal and written communication skills - negotiation skills a plusLeadership and emotional intelligence skillsWorking knowledge of drug and / or medical device development and lifecycle management, with working knowledge of associated FDA and ICH GuidancesProficient in MS Office Suite of tools and project management collaboration tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, etc.)Ability to apply sound PMP principles and practices to assigned programs and projectsAbility to create compelling solutions to resolve complex issues and build a business case to support the program or projectEffective and persuasive communication with large internal and external groupsAbility to travel up to 20%

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience managing 3rd party vendors, service providers and developing relationships with external partnersPrior experience managing activities across multiple site / locationsPrior experience working within a matrix organizationExperience with budget and financial tracking of activities and developing contingency plans to work within constraintsUnderstanding of issues of strategic importance and how these issues cascade through the business down to a detailed level

Location

This position will be located in the RTP, NC office of United Therapeutics. Currently this job is a hybrid role requiring at least three days per week in the office. In office requirements could increase based on business needs.At United Therapeutics, our mission and vision are one. We use our enthusiasm, creativity, and persistence to innovate for the unmet medical needs of our patients and to benefit our other stakeholders. We have fun, we do good.

Benefits

• Eligible employees may participate in the Company’s comprehensive benefits suite of programs, including medical / dental / vision / prescription coverage, employee wellness resources, savings plans (401k and ESPP), paid time off & paid parental leave benefits, disability benefits, and more.
• For additional information on Company benefits, please visit https://www.unither.com/careers/benefits-and-amenities

Equal Opportunity Employer

United Therapeutics Corporation is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.