Project Manager, Technical Operations

Company Description

Insmed is a global biopharmaceutical company on a mission to transform the lives of patients living with serious and rare diseases. Our most valuable resource is our employees, and everything we do is motivated by a patients-first mentality. We are dedicated to growing our team with talented individuals from around the world who are willing to challenge the status quo, solve problems, and work collaboratively with a sense of urgency and compassion.

Guided by our core values of collaboration, accountability, passion, respect, and integrity, we aim to foster an inclusive, diverse, and flexible work environment, where our employees are recognized for leaning in and rolling up their sleeves. If you share our vision and want to work with the most dedicated people in the biopharma industry, come to Insmed to accelerate your career.

Recognitions

 

Consistently Ranked Science’s Top Employer

Insmed is dedicated to creating a collaborative environment where our team can thrive. Every day, our employees turn their passion for science and research into innovative solutions for patients. That’s why we’ve been named the No. 1 company to work for in the biopharma industry in Science’s Top Employers survey for four years in a row.

 

  

 

 

A Certified Great Place to Work®

We believe our company is truly special, and our employees agree. In July 2024, we became Great Place to Work-certified in the U.S. for the fourth year in a row. We are also honored to have been listed on the Best Workplaces in Biopharma™, Best Workplaces in New York™, PEOPLE® Companies That Care, Best Workplaces for Women™, Best Workplaces for Millennials™, and Best Medium Workplaces™ lists.

  

 

Overview

The Project Manager is a critical contributor within Insmed’s Technical Operations Department, responsible for driving complex pipeline projects from research transition through development, registration, and commercial readiness. This role leads cross-functional Chemistry, Manufacturing & Controls (CMC) teams and collaborates with internal departments and external partners to ensure timely, high-quality project delivery.

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.

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)