Senior Director, Project Delivery

ICON plc • Blue Bell, SD

1d • Remote

About The Position

ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster. As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers. ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organisations. With our patients at the centre of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life. Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well. As a Senior Director, Project Delivery at ICON you will be responsible for the successful delivery of projects, ensuring that they meet organizational goals and client expectations.

Requirements

• Extensive cross-functional project management experience, including full-scope project deliverables, financial management, regulatory compliance (ICH-GCP), project scheduling, and resource management, required
• Typically, 15+ years of relevant experience, required
• Demonstrated experience in leading teams through process and system development, review, and implementation
• Experienced mentor
• Project Management experience in a CRO environment, required
• Undergraduate degree in health sciences from an accredited institution or international equivalent degree, required.
• English fluency (ability to read, write, speak), required
• Travel of up to 25% is required for this position.
• Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.
• Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field
• Extensive experience in project delivery, with a proven track record of managing complex projects and leading cross-functional teams.
• Demonstrated leadership capabilities, including experience in strategic planning and influencing project outcomes.
• A strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Must have experience with cardio-metabolic, Mash or Hepatology indications.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Nice To Haves

• Project Management experience within a sponsor environment, preferred
• An advanced degree (M.S., Ph.D., M.D.), preferred
• Business related course work (management, marketing, accounting, budgets, personnel management, negotiation skills, etc.), preferred.
• advanced degree preferred

Responsibilities

• Use expertise to improve delivery, profitability, quality, and client satisfaction by taking a hands-on approach with your team and scope.
• Gain business, retain business, and mitigate risks.
• Mentor and raise up the next generation of talent within PRA.
• Set your team up for success and relay strategies to maintain profitability and client satisfaction.
• Identify opportunities to improve the Project Management Group.
• Collaborate with peers and leaders to define, develop, and implement improvements both locally and globally.
• Direct quality assurance and compliance activities, ensuring quality, efficiency, and alignment with business objectives.
• Develop and implement project delivery strategies and methodologies to ensure successful project outcomes and alignment with ICON Plc's objectives.
• Lead and manage project teams to ensure the effective execution of projects, including planning, scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Oversee project performance, including tracking progress, managing risks, and addressing issues to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define project requirements, scope, and deliverables, ensuring clear communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Ensure adherence to project management best practices, including quality assurance, risk management, and change management.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging practices to continually improve project delivery processes and methodologies.
• Provide strategic leadership and guidance to support the successful execution of projects and the achievement of business objectives.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
• Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
• Retirement and pension plans
• Life assurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
• Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

What This Job Offers

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