Project Manager

General Information Title :

• Project Manager Date :   XXX Site : Durham, NC FLSA Status (US Only) : Exempt / Non-Exempt Department :   XXX Reporting To : Director, Project Management Position Summary – The Project Manager plays a critical role in leading and executing client programs across MedPharm’s end-to-end CDMO services.
• This client-facing position ensures seamless project execution by coordinating internal teams, managing key project milestones, and driving revenue through proactive scope management.
• Acting as the primary liaison between clients and internal departments, the Project Manager provides strategic oversight, mitigates risks, and identifies opportunities to optimize project delivery and client satisfaction.
• Essential Functions Client Engagement & Program Leadership Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining overall project knowledge and fostering strong relationships.
• Lead project team activities and ensure alignment between MedPharm and client expectations.
• Provide regular updates to clients and internal stakeholders, ensuring transparency and strategic alignment.
• Project Planning & Execution Develop and maintain Gantt charts to communicate timelines and progress.
• Identify and manage critical dependencies to ensure smooth execution of project activities.
• Ensure proper utilization of project management tools, including meeting agendas, minutes, trackers, and dashboards.
• Risk & Issue Management Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, escalating unresolved issues or resource constraints as needed.
• Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving and decision-making to maintain project momentum.
• Drive accountability across teams to meet contracted commitments and deliverables.
• Process Optimization & Continuous Improvement Partner with leadership to enhance project management processes and tools.
• Contribute to operational excellence by identifying efficiencies and best practices.
• Ensure compliance with MedPharm’s quality standards, regulatory requirements, and training programs.
• Education and Experience Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, or a related field with 2–4 years of relevant experience in project management within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or CDMO industry.
• PMP certification and / or a Master’s degree is highly desirable.
• Prior experience in a CDMO or CMO environment is strongly preferred.
• Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook), Smartsheet, and Adobe Pro.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with competing priorities Physical Demands and Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, there may be certain physical demands required for the position.
• Other Duties   You may be asked to take on any other responsibilities or tasks that are within your skills and abilities whenever reasonably asked.
• Limitations and Disclaimer The above job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required for the position.
• The Company is committed to making reasonable adjustments to the workplace to ensure the role is accessible to all candidates, including those with disabilities.
• To perform the job successfully, the employee must possess the abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.   Powered by JazzHR