Associate Director, Project Management - FSP

Thermo Fisher Scientific•Morrisville, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Us as an Associate Director Project Management - Make an Impact at the Forefront of Innovation Responsible for leading the successful operational delivery of global, cross functional R&D projects of strategic importance to our client. Work closely with project leader to define strategy and operational tactics Responsible for the preparation and management of project budgets, sensitivities, resources, project timelines, project scope and all other project documentation Accountable for the accuracy and quality of reports to senior stakeholders Lead cross-functional development teams through tactical execution of project plans Identify, manage and resolve project issues and mitigate risks Ensure documentation of key team information, decisions, actions, modifications to scope, resources, timelines and milestones in project management systems is current Identify and evaluate the critical path, scenarios and challenge assumptions to increase robustness of project plans Monitor performance vs. plan (budget and timeline) Coordinate program updates to Sr. Management Provide coaching and mentorship to more junior members of the R&D Global Project Management Department

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent and relevant formal academic / vocational qualification
Previous experience that provides the knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the job (comparable to 10+ years).
5+ years of management responsibility
Proven leadership skills
Comprehensive therapeutic area knowledge, clinical development guidelines and directives and regulatory guidelines
Expert knowledge of the key principles of cross functional project management (Time, Quality, Cost)
Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
Demonstrated leadership and interpersonal skills including the ability to lead, motivate and coordinate cross-functional project teams
Technical and systems competency, such as computer skills, to include effective use of systems and applications such as Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint, as well as organization systems (CTMS, Preclarus, Clarity)
Proven flexibility and ability to effectively prioritize workload and resources for project team members in a frequently changing environment
Skilled in process improvement and strategic development, especially as it applies to clinical trials, clinical development and project management
Ability to coach, mentor and lead global and/or cross-functional teams with a cultural awareness
Strong financial acumen with an in-depth of knowledge and practical application of budgeting, forecasting and resource management.
Excellent customer service, consultation and relationship building skills
Advanced negotiation and marketing skills with ability to influence others and drive results
Excellent judgment, decision making and problem-solving skills and proven ability to apply critical and analytical strategic thinking skills to manage complex/ambiguous situations
Proactive, solutions oriented and skilled at risk identification and management.
Excellent customer service and relationship building skills with the ability to proactively address and prioritize expectations
Strong executive presence and business acumen
Advanced negotiation and marketing skills with ability to influence others and drive results
Proactive, solutions oriented and skilled at risk management
Excellent judgment, decision making and problem-solving skills and proven ability to apply critical and analytical strategic thinking skills to manage complex/ambiguous situations
Ability to drive corporate strategies to capture, engage and retain repeat customers
Ability to identify and address training gaps for soft skill and technical development, including managing performance stewardship, metrics and retention
Excellent judgment, decision making and problem-solving skills and proven ability to apply critical and analytical strategic thinking skills to drive development and retention of top performers
Proven ability to act as a change champion
Ability to collaborate and foster accountability in a learning environment
Ability to drive process improvement and strategic initiatives
Strong negotiation skills with ability to influence others and drive results

Responsibilities

Responsible for leading the successful operational delivery of global, cross functional R&D projects of strategic importance to our client.
Work closely with project leader to define strategy and operational tactics
Responsible for the preparation and management of project budgets, sensitivities, resources, project timelines, project scope and all other project documentation
Accountable for the accuracy and quality of reports to senior stakeholders
Lead cross-functional development teams through tactical execution of project plans
Identify, manage and resolve project issues and mitigate risks
Ensure documentation of key team information, decisions, actions, modifications to scope, resources, timelines and milestones in project management systems is current
Identify and evaluate the critical path, scenarios and challenge assumptions to increase robustness of project plans
Monitor performance vs. plan (budget and timeline)
Coordinate program updates to Sr. Management
Provide coaching and mentorship to more junior members of the R&D Global Project Management Department