Director, Project Management - Evidence Development Solutions
RemoteUnited States
Job Summary
Direct a team of 10 to 15 Clinical Project Managers supporting clinical studies and observational research programs, overseeing hiring, performance reviews, coaching, and succession planning. Set clear expectations aligned to KPIs including on-time milestones, budget adherence, quality metrics, and client satisfaction. Manage resource allocation strategies, contingency planning for leave and attrition, and ensure team utilization targets are met. Enforce SOP compliance, drive adoption of governance frameworks, and lead project reviews to identify risks and drive corrective actions. Represent the team in governance meetings and ensure accurate updates to Planisware milestones and financial forecasts. Partner with functional heads across Data Management, Clinical Operations, and Regulatory to resolve delivery issues and support inspection readiness.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in a life science, health science, or related field
- Minimum 10 years of clinical project management experience in a CRO, pharmaceutical, or biotech setting
- At least 5 years of direct people management experience
- Demonstrated track record of leading teams delivering full-service clinical trials and/or post-authorization safety studies (PASS), registries, and RWE programs
- Proven ability to lead teams accountable for revenue delivery, margin management, and change order execution across a portfolio
- Deep expertise in project management methodology, resource planning, risk management, and contingency planning
- Strong command of enterprise delivery systems (Planisware, CTMS, financial forecasting tools) and productivity platforms (SharePoint, Teams, Excel, Copilot)
- Experience with regulatory inspection readiness (FDA, EMA, Health Canada) and GCP/ICH standards
- Executive-level written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to synthesize complex issues into clear decisions and recommendations
- Demonstrated ability to hold teams accountable to KPIs while developing talent and sustaining engagement
- Comfort operating in a matrixed, global environment across US and European teams
Desired Qualifications
- Advanced degree (MS, PharmD, PhD, MBA)
- PMP or equivalent certification
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