Project Manager / Program Manager, Pharmaceuticals or Medical Devices

Company: Integrated Project Management Company
Location: San Francisco
Posted on: May 16, 2022

Job Description:

*Relocation Assistance is Available*IPM is a project management consulting firm that advises on and leads the execution of companies' most complex initiatives. Headquartered in Chicago with offices in Boston, Parsippany, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, St. Louis and San Francisco, IPM has led more than 5,000 projects for over 500 clients in the United States and across continents. Our clientele ranges from Fortune 100 companies to startups.IPM is a certified "Great Place to Work" company and has been named to the Great Place to Work list of "Best Workplaces in Consulting & Professional Services".Our Project Management Consultants are our full-time employees. They are our most important asset and the competitive advantage that sets us apart from the rest.JOB DESCRIPTIONThe Project Management Consultant is experienced in leadership, accountable for overall project implementation, and will work with clients in the life sciences industry, including pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and medical devices.As a Project Management Consultant, your primary goals and focus will be to:Integrate on-site into the client environment to effectively lead project teams while building positive professional relationships with clients and associates.Define project objectives, requirements, and assumptions necessary to structure a project or activity.Develop and drive integrated project plans, aligning project tactics with project strategy.Establish, maintain, and lead high performance project teams, serving as the project advocate within the client organization. Lead, coordinate, facilitate, and motivate all associated project resources to gain alignment on project goals and deliverables.Manage projects within established scope, schedule, and budget while meeting and exceeding IPM project management standards.Develop and document high-level strategies for accomplishing specific project objectives.Facilitate and lead effective project meetings, manage change and conflict, and develop resource planning estimates to manage project workload and productivity.DESIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCEThe ideal candidate for this Project Management Consultant position will possess the following:Bachelor's degree in a science or engineering discipline. Advanced degrees are a plus.8-20+ years of industry experience in the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, and/or medical device industries in product development.3+ years of project management experience.Knowledge and application of a disciplined project management process (Six Sigma and Project Management Professional certifications are a plus).Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills to effectively communicate and build relationships with a broad spectrum of audiences at all organizational levels.Sound technical aptitude and proven ability to grasp general knowledge of multiple disciplines and technologies with superior computer usage skills.Strong competencies in planning, project management, and organization with the ability to lead multiple activities and resources while maintaining a focus on quality.Solid analytical and strategic capabilities and business acumen along with demonstrated work ethic, integrity, and professional conduct and appearance.Ability to produce and present clear, concise, and professionally written communications and presentations.BENEFITSFull-time employment with a growing company whose management is committed to job stabilityBench time in between projects dedicated to personal and professional developmentFormal new hire orientation to position you for successPaid vacation, holiday and sick timeAnnual performance bonus potential100% employer-paid health, dental, and life insurance coverage for employees401(k) matchingBusiness development incentivesPhilanthropy driven culturePaid training and certification100% promotion from withinQuarterly social activitiesCell phone reimbursementAssistance with relocation

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