CMC Program Development Manager

About the Department

The Boulder Site is home to the specialized technical operations/CMC team for oligonucleotides and RNAi therapeutics. The CMC team works alongside Quality, Regulatory, Technical Operations and RNAi Early Development professionals at our Boulder, Colorado facility and works closely with our teams in Lexington, Massachusetts.  Together, we are driving change. Are you ready to make a difference.

 

The Position

Experienced Project Manager that can manage complex projects within budget, on time & within scope. Manage multiple projects simultaneously. Ensure projects are executed & staffed according to project plans. Support Line of Business in developing project roadmap & area master plan. Indirect reporting to CMC Leadership with 1:1, roadblock resolution, risk reporting & overall first level of project guidance.

 

Relationships

Coached by: Associate Director, CMC Program Development.

 

Essential Functions

• Project Management
  • Lead multi-disciplined project teams to complete projects on-time, on-budget, meeting all requirements (quality, cost, schedule)
  • Coordinate contract resources & internal resources
  • Refine & clarify project scope through early project analysis with subject matter experts & owners to further substantiate project purpose
  • Provide clear goals so that the project secures effective use of time & resources & builds employee motivation
  • Develop bid packages, bid evaluation & drive vendor selection. Also work with procurement to create project specific contracts
  • Responsible for financial project accountability through purchase order creation, management, invoicing & cost forecasting
  • Monitor & control project work with stringent follow-up on quality, schedule & budget so that the project delivers the desired end-product
  • Responsible for monitoring & reporting project progress, communications to management & other stakeholders & presentation in steering groups
• Program Management
  • Lead programs, or series of related projects spanning multiple years, with specific oversight of quality, delivery & cost
  • Partner with cross-functional teams to visualize project roadmaps (i.e. 1-3 year plan) & master plan (3+ year)
  • Lead communications for cross-functional stakeholders related to overall project delivery
  • Indirect Reporting of PMO Staff
  • Primary communication & escalation path with CMC Leadership via 1:1, board meetings, etc
  • Ensure the quality/content of steering group status & gate presentations
  • Use of the PMO tools & standards

 

Physical Requirements

Percentage of Travel: 10%.

 

Qualifications

• Education: BS degree in a science discipline. Advanced degree in the Life Sciences or related field preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years of proven project management experience to include
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment
• Advanced project management competencies obtained through relevant project management training or experience
• Excellent technical writing & oral communication skills; presentation & facilitation skills; & negotiation & conflict resolution skills
• Ability to work in both technical & non-technical areas
• Ability to use creativity to resolve problems that arise during project execution
• Understanding of product documentation & standard operating procedures
• Ability to create & manage work plans & detailed project schedules
• Strong analytical/reasoning, organizational & multi-tasking skills
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with key stakeholders in a cross-cultural environment & demonstrates superior written & oral communication skills
• Develops & maintains strong internal & external relationships
• Proficient in basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office
• Proven project management experience with direct management of multiple projects sim