Project Manager

Aston Carter • Cleveland, OH

5d • $50 - $65 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Project Manager supports cross-functional goals by defining project scope, goals, and timelines; preparing detailed project plans; and overseeing the execution of tasks on each assigned project. The Project Manager aligns their project plans with the applicable Functional Lead, Program Manager, or Program Lead. The role ensures the operational and logistical needs of each project are met, timelines and deliverables are tracked, and communications are effectively managed. The Project Manager will assist with meeting coordination, data tracking, reporting, and documentation that facilitate decision-making and program advancement.

Requirements

• Proficiency in project management tools such as Microsoft Project and Smartsheet.
• Experience with change order processes and PowerPoint.
• Bachelor's degree in Business.
• 5+ years of project management experience, including at least 1-2 years in a pharmaceutical or biotech company.
• Ability to influence without authority.
• Strong business acumen and presentation skills for communicating with senior leadership.
• Understanding of drug development project management.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong organizational, analytical, and planning skills.
• Ability to hold oneself and others accountable for commitments in a productive and assertive manner.

Nice To Haves

• PMP (Project Management Professional) Certification is desirable.

Responsibilities

• Maintain detailed timelines, trackers, and dashboards.
• Coordinate cross-functional inputs to ensure deliverables are up to date and aligned with timelines.
• Schedule, organize, and document team meetings, including agenda creation, logistics, minutes, and action item tracking.
• Update and manage meeting materials for internal reporting and communications, including slide decks, meeting summaries, and risk or decision logs.
• Track key risks, dependencies, and issues, escalating as appropriate.
• Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives within the Program Leadership function by identifying opportunities to streamline workflows and enhance documentation or communication processes.
• Perform other tasks as assigned by the Program Manager or Program Lead.

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision
• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital
• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available
• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)
• Short and long-term disability
• Health Spending Account (HSA)
• Transportation benefits
• Employee Assistance Program
• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

What This Job Offers

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