Project Manager

MedPharm•Durham, NC

59d

About The Position

The Project Manager plays a critical role in leading and executing client programs across MedPharm’s end-to-end CDMO services. This client-facing position ensures seamless project execution by coordinating internal teams, managing key project milestones, and driving revenue through proactive scope management. Acting as the primary liaison between clients and internal departments, the Project Manager provides strategic oversight, mitigates risks, and identifies opportunities to optimize project delivery and client satisfaction.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Chemistry, Life Sciences, or a related field with 2–4 years of relevant experience in project management within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or CDMO industry.
Proficiency in MS Office Suite (Excel, Word, Project, PowerPoint, Outlook), Smartsheet, and Adobe Pro.
Strong problem-solving skills with a proactive, solution-oriented mindset.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with competing priorities

Nice To Haves

PMP certification and/or a Master’s degree is highly desirable.
Prior experience in a CDMO or CMO environment is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, maintaining overall project knowledge and fostering strong relationships.
Lead project team activities and ensure alignment between MedPharm and client expectations.
Provide regular updates to clients and internal stakeholders, ensuring transparency and strategic alignment.
Develop and maintain Gantt charts to communicate timelines and progress.
Identify and manage critical dependencies to ensure smooth execution of project activities.
Ensure proper utilization of project management tools, including meeting agendas, minutes, trackers, and dashboards.
Proactively identify and mitigate project risks, escalating unresolved issues or resource constraints as needed.
Facilitate cross-functional problem-solving and decision-making to maintain project momentum.
Drive accountability across teams to meet contracted commitments and deliverables.
Partner with leadership to enhance project management processes and tools.
Contribute to operational excellence by identifying efficiencies and best practices.
Ensure compliance with MedPharm’s quality standards, regulatory requirements, and training programs.
You may be asked to take on any other responsibilities or tasks that are within your skills and abilities whenever reasonably asked.