6126 - Project Manager / Senior Project Engineer
About The Position
Verista’s 500 experts team up with the world’s most recognizable brands in the life science industry to solve their business needs. The nature of our business is to empower growth and innovation within the scientific community and to help researchers, organizations, and companies solve some of the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges. Verista provides innovative solutions and services that empower informed decision-making and are the result of our significant investment in our people and our capabilities. Our ability to grow is driven by world-class people who thrive in a team environment and share our mission to enable life sciences clients to improve lives. Our talented and dedicated professionals are committed to making an impact every day. Company Culture Guidelines & Values: We empower and support our colleagues We commit to client success at every turn We have the courage to do the right thing We encourage an inclusive environment where our colleagues feel respected, engaged, and challenged. We constantly acquire new skills and learn from our experiences to enhance our collective expertise
Requirements
- Must be willing to work on-site in Portland, ME
- Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or a related field
- 7+ years of Life Sciences project management experience
- PMP certification preferred
- Proven experience managing full lifecycle projects in the pharmaceutical or life sciences industry
- Strong command of project management tools (MS Project, Excel, Word) and analytical skills to manage risks and drive data-informed decisions
- Experienced leader of cross-functional teams with excellent team management and stakeholder relationship-building abilities
- Exceptional communication skills - able to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences and report project status to senior leadership
- Creative problem-solver with strong organizational and time management skills to deliver projects on scope, schedule, and budget
- Skilled in vendor and resource management, coordinating internal and external stakeholders to ensure project success
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end Life Sciences projects, ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery that meets client and regulatory requirements
- Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, and resources to drive results and maximize ROI
- Act as primary point of contact for clients, vendors, and internal teams, providing clear updates and managing scope changes
- Coordinate cross-functional teams and enterprise resources, removing obstacles to meet project milestones and objectives
- Solve complex technical and process challenges using structured problem-solving tools like FMEA and root cause analysis
- Track project performance, financials, and KPIs, delivering concise status reports and risk assessments to leadership
- Maintain thorough project documentation, including plans, progress reports, and post-implementation reviews for compliance and knowledge sharing
Benefits
- 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
Mid Level
Number of Employees
501-1,000 employees
