6530 - Project Controls Administrator / Project Coordinator
About The Position
Verista's team of experts collaborates with recognizable brands in the life science industry to address their business needs. The company's mission is to foster growth and innovation within the scientific community, assisting researchers, organizations, and companies in solving critical healthcare challenges. Verista offers innovative solutions and services that support informed decision-making, backed by substantial investment in its people and capabilities. The company's growth is fueled by exceptional individuals who thrive in a team setting and are dedicated to the mission of enabling life sciences clients to enhance lives. Verista's professionals are committed to making a daily impact.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or a Life Sciences/Pharmaceutical-related technical discipline
- 1+ years of experience supporting projects within the pharmaceutical, biotechnology, life sciences, or regulated manufacturing industry
- Interest in developing a career in project management
- Basic understanding of project scheduling and budgeting principles
- Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and other Microsoft Office applications
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team, effectively supporting multiple PMs/concurrent projects
- Demonstrated attention to detail and problem-solving abilities
- Must be on-site 100% in Columbus, OH
Nice To Haves
- Experience with SAP, Planview, or project management software is beneficial
Responsibilities
- Support Project Managers with developing and maintaining project schedules, risk registers, action item logs, and project documentation
- Track project milestones, deliverables, KPIs, resources, and risks; identify potential impacts and escalate issues to project leadership
- Prepare project status reports, metrics, financial updates, forecasts, budget tracking, invoice reconciliation, and governance presentations
- Coordinate project meetings, including agendas, minutes, action tracking, governance reviews, stage-gates, and leadership updates
- Support change management, procurement, sourcing, contracting, and other project execution activities to maintain scope, schedule, and budget alignment
- Coordinate cross-functional activities across Engineering, Operations, Procurement, Quality, Finance, and other stakeholders while supporting resource planning, project lifecycle management, and continuous improvement initiatives
Benefits
- High growth potential and fast-paced organization with a people-focused culture
- Competitive pay plus performance-based incentive programs
- Company-paid Life, Short-Term, and Long-Term Disability Insurance.
- Medical, Dental & Vision insurances
- FSA, DCARE, Commuter Benefits
- Supplemental Life, Hospital, Critical Illness and Legal Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan (Employer Matching benefit)
- Paid Time Off (Rollover Option) and Holidays
- As Needed Sick Time
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Team Social Activities (We have fun!)
- Employee Recognition
- Employee Referral Program
- Paid Parental Leave and Bereavement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
