Project Manager II

Summary

Join MMS, a leading data-focused CRO, as an experienced Project Manager supporting Biometric deliverables. You will develop budgets, manage project timelines using MSP, and ensure financial KPIs are met. Responsibilities include risk management, client relationship building, and participation in RFPs and bid defenses. This role requires a Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience, 5+ years in project management, expert scientific knowledge, and proficiency in MS Office. Preferred qualifications include clinical trial experience and familiarity with ISO standards. The position offers the opportunity to contribute to the development of life-changing therapies.

Requirements

• Have a Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience
• Have a minimum of 5 years’ experience in project coordination or project management or similar field
• Possess expert knowledge of scientific principles and concepts
• Have proficiency with MS Office applications
• Possess good communication skills and a willingness to work with others to clearly understand needs and solve problems
• Possess excellent problem-solving skills
• Possess good organizational and communication skills

Responsibilities

• Understand various cost models and develop budgets for moderate complexity projects
• Ensure financial KPIs are achieved on assigned projects; invoice on-time and ensure alignment with the contracted payment schedule; update revenue projections on assigned projects. Control project scope via defined PM methodology and processes for change management
• Develop moderate complexity project timelines independently
• Perform advanced functions in MSP. Understand task constraints and convey critical path milestones to the functional lead. Develop/input into strategies to help achieve timeline expectations
• Execute day-to-day activities during the course of a program/project including risk identification, issue escalation and resolution. Collaborate with functional line management to resolve any issues and trends
• Demonstrate intermediate excel skills (Hlookup, Vlookup, Pivot Table, etc.)
• Drive customer satisfaction and work to strengthen client relationships. Develop an account growth plan and consult with line manager to achieve a 10% revenue growth annually (minimum). Manage minimum one key account
• Participate in or lead RFIs/RFPs in collaboration with proposals team
• Participate in or lead capabilities meetings - at least 2 annually
• Participate in or lead bid defenses - at least 1 annually
• Be proficient in Word, Outlook, PowerPoint
• Be proficient in meeting facilitation including scheduling, development of agendas and meeting minutes; work with project leads to ensure meeting objectives are met
• Understand general requirements: ICH, 21CRF Part 11, and ISO 9001:2000

Preferred Qualifications

• Have hands-on experience with clinical trial and pharmaceutical development
• Be familiar with current ISO 9001 and ISO 27001 standards
• Be familiar with 21 CFR Part 11, FDA, and GCP requirements
• Have a basic understanding of CROs and scientific & clinical data/terminology, & the drug development process