Project Manager – Technical Operations

Project Manager – Technical Operations

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in a technical field (e.g., Life Sciences, Engineering)
• 5+ years of project management experience in the pharmaceutical, biotech, or medical device industry
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive accountability without direct authority
• Strong communication, collaboration, and organizational skills
• Experience managing projects across the product lifecycle—from development through launch
• Proficiency with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Smartsheets)
• Ability to adapt and thrive in fast-paced, regulated environments

Responsibilities

• Lead project teams internal to the company and with external partners, fostering a collaborative culture that supports team effectiveness, motivation, and accountability.
• Guide the progression of programs from Research into Technical Operations, through development, regulatory submission, launch, and post-launch lifecycle management.
• Serve as a key integrator, aligning functions such as Manufacturing, Analytical Development, Quality Assurance, and Regulatory Affairs, with input from Commercial, Research, and Clinical, to ensure unified execution of project goals.
• Establish and drive structured project frameworks, ensuring clarity of roles, deliverables, and decision-making processes across cross-functional teams.
• Proactively identify risks and opportunities, develop mitigation strategies with technical experts, and advance critical issues to ensure timely and informed decision-making.
• Deliver strong project planning, landmark tracking, and transparent communication, keeping teams and leadership aligned on progress, priorities, and shifts in strategy.
• Champion project management excellence by deploying tools, visuals, and metrics that bring cohesion, visibility, and strategic alignment to the broader Technical Operations organization.
• Support the application of project management tools and approaches beyond the PM function, enabling collaborators across the organization to improve planning and execution.
• Represent Technical Operations in cross-functional meetings and governance forums, contributing to operational strategy and execution alignment.
• Support budget planning and resource forecasting in collaboration with Technical Operations leadership.
• Maintain communication and relationships with CDMOs and external partners to ensure alignment on timelines and deliverables
• Contribute to a high-performing, people-centered project management culture that emphasizes clear communication, shared success, and continuous improvement.

Preferred Qualifications

• PMP certification
• Working understanding of the full drug development process (e.g., Research, Clinical, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Quality)
• Entrepreneurial approach and continuous improvement orientation