Project Manager, PCS
On-siteShanghai, Shanghai, China or Beijing, Beijing, China
Job Summary
Manage global and local COA/eCOA translation projects from initial scope alignment through final client delivery. Coordinate with internal and external translators, reviewers, and cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements. Develop detailed project plans, budgets, and schedules while monitoring progress to meet fast turnaround timelines. Liaise with local client representatives in China to manage expectations and facilitate stakeholder engagement. Select and assign resources based on project requirements and conduct final quality checks on all deliverables. Report to a manager in EMEA.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in life science, linguistic project management, or a related field
- Business level Chinese and English proficiency
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications
- Advanced degree preferred
- PM position: +5 years of experience in COA/translation/localization project management at a translation company or in a corporate translation department
- APM position: +2 years of experience in COA/translation/localization project management at a translation company or in a corporate translation department
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong leadership skills and the ability to effectively manage cross-functional teams in a matrix environment
- Strong organizational, planning and time management skills with a focus on achieving project goals and timelines, with high quality standards
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, facilitating collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders
- A commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance in all project-related activities
- Strong technical skills, familiarity with translation management systems and CAT tools
- Quality oriented and problem-solving abilities
- Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based
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