FSP - Project Manager II - Neuro/Gen Med, Immuno Oncology & Metabolic

Fortrea • Durham, NC

4d • Remote

About The Position

Fortrea’s FSP team is seeking Project Managers with experience in Neuro/General Medicine, Immuno-Oncology, or Metabolic areas. The role is for candidates based in the United States and may involve working under the direction of a Project Director. The position oversees domestic, regional, and/or global projects and is accountable for delivery within agreed time, scope, cost, and quality requirements. It requires working knowledge of drug development and clinical trial execution, as well as accurate, high-quality project and regulatory documentation. The position may also include line management and business development responsibilities.

The Project Manager serves as a key client contact, leads project teams, coordinates cross-functional teamwork, and acts as an escalation point for project issues. The role manages project plans, budgets, schedules, scope changes, risks, quality activities, resources, and performance indicators, while ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, Fortrea policies, client requirements, and SOPs. It may include mentoring and developing project staff, supporting talent planning and performance reviews, and contributing to new-business presentations.

This is a remote role. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. The target pay range, based on the title of PM II or Senior Project Manager, is $132,000–$148,000.

Requirements

• University or college degree, preferably in life sciences, or certification in a related allied health profession from an appropriately accredited institution; relevant equivalent experience may be considered instead.
• At least seven years of relevant clinical research experience in a pharmaceutical company or CRO, including at least two years with full project management responsibility.
• Working knowledge of ICH Guidelines, GCP, and international regulatory requirements for clinical development programs.
• Advanced computer skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, Access, and PowerPoint.
• Experience managing projects in matrixed and virtual environments.
• Excellent communication, planning, and organizational skills.
• Ability to lead by example and encourage team members to find solutions independently.
• Ability to handle multiple competing priorities and use resources effectively.
• Ability to promote teamwork and motivate staff in a matrix system.
• Financial awareness and ability to use financial tracking systems.
• Good knowledge of project management processes.
• 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.
• Candidates must be based in the United States.

Nice To Haves

• Oncology or ophthalmology experience.
• Master’s or other advanced degree.
• PMP certification.
• Biotechnology experience.
• Experience in Neuro/General Medicine, Immuno-Oncology, or Metabolic areas.

Responsibilities

• Account for project delivery within agreed time, scope, cost, and quality requirements.
• Serve as a key client contact and establish working relationships that support client satisfaction, operational excellence, and repeat business.
• Lead core project teams and facilitate effective teamwork across internal and external stakeholders.
• Escalate project issues to internal and external stakeholders as appropriate.
• Proactively identify and resolve conflicts.
• Understand project delivery strategies, costing assumptions, and budgets.
• Deliver projects to scope, schedule, and cost, maintaining alignment with contracts and financial performance targets.
• Manage internal and external change control processes.
• Lead quality control and risk assurance activities to meet regulatory, Fortrea, and client requirements.
• Create, implement, monitor, and revise project plans as needed, including managing variances.
• Ensure project staff follow professional standards and SOPs, and provide performance feedback to their supervisors.
• Help develop and maintain project performance indicators for client-specified metrics.
• Define project resource needs and establish succession plans for key resources.
• Prepare and deliver presentations for new business in collaboration with relevant departments.
• Train and mentor PM Academy project coordinators in multiple areas of expertise.
• Align allocated resources with current and forecasted work in terms of capability, quantity, timing, and efficiency.
• May onboard, develop, and retain talent; strengthen the talent bench and succession planning.
• Assess project management competencies and develop plans to address competency gaps.
• Provide line management and technical support to project leaders, including training, development, and performance reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned or needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability insurance options.
• 401(k).
• Paid time off (PTO) flex plan.
• Employee recognition awards.
• Employee resource groups (ERGs).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level