Clinical Project Manager II, Oncology- Remote US

Fortrea•Durham, NC

3d•Remote

About The Position

The Clinical Project Manager II owns the operational strategy for clinical projects, determining efficient and cost-effective approaches to complete them on time, within budget, and at the expected quality while meeting customer needs and contract requirements. The role leads high-performing teams and manages the end-to-end project lifecycle, including scope, timelines, risks, and budget. It brings an innovative, patient-centric, solutions-oriented approach to clinical trials. The Project Manager is accountable for project performance and customer relationships, working with clients, project teams, and company experts in a matrixed, multicultural environment. The role develops and leads project strategy, oversees governance and risk management, manages budgets and resources, and supports team members through leadership and mentoring. Work may be standard-office or remote-based, with weekend and off-hour work as required and travel of up to 30%, including domestic and international travel.

Requirements

University or college degree, preferably in life sciences, or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution; relevant and equivalent experience may be considered instead.
At least five years of relevant clinical research experience in a pharmaceutical company or CRO.
At least two years of Clinical Project Management experience within a CRO or pharmaceutical company.
Alternatively, six years of supervisory experience in a healthcare setting and five years of clinical research experience, including one year of project management experience in the pharmaceutical or CRO industries.
Working knowledge of ICH Guidelines and GCP, including international regulatory requirements for clinical development programs.
Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Access, and PowerPoint.
Experience managing projects in a matrix and virtual environment.
Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.
Ability to lead by example and encourage team members to seek solutions independently.
Ability to manage competing priorities and use resources effectively.
Ability to inspire teamwork and motivate staff within a matrix system.
Financial awareness and ability to use financial tracking systems.
Ability to work independently and mentor junior project team members.
Ability to negotiate and liaise professionally with clients.
Ability to present to staff at all levels.
Ability to work weekends and off-hours as required.
Ability to travel up to 30%, including domestic and international travel.

Nice To Haves

International clinical trial management experience.
Master’s or other advanced degree.
PMP certification.

Responsibilities

Drive project performance toward contracted deliverables while meeting customer needs and maintaining operational excellence.
Own the customer relationship and coordinate with the company's subject-matter experts.
Drive communication and collaboration with clients and project teams across a matrixed, multicultural environment.
Develop project strategy and align priorities with the project team and key stakeholders, including data-driven plans for scope, timelines, quality, and budget.
Prepare and deliver presentations for new business in collaboration with relevant departments, as required.
Identify project, financial, and quality risks using end-to-end risk management practices and quality-by-design principles.
Use data sources, dashboards, and risk management strategies to support innovation and proactive problem-solving with project and client teams.
Lead adherence to project governance and issue-escalation pathways, ensuring plans address identified risks and comply with professional standards, SOPs, client requirements, and regulatory requirements.
Oversee project budgets, resources, and scope with project team members and key stakeholders, and ensure adherence to budget and financial milestones.
Forecast project revenue accurately and manage project costs within budget.
Manage scope changes and the change-order process in a timely manner.
Ensure the project team understands and tracks KPIs for client-specific metrics.
Provide leadership in creating high-performing project teams and facilitate communication, teamwork, and delivery.
Ensure team members understand contracted scope, timelines, and budget.
Ensure resource projections are accurate and visible to resourcing teams; proactively escalate resource constraints and challenges.
Develop and mentor team members across multiple areas of expertise and provide feedback to their line managers.
Perform other duties as needed or assigned.