Senior Project Manager

Novo Nordisk • Clayton, NC

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About The Position

Execute assigned projects across any business unit within cost, quality, & schedule requirements. Coach & support PM1s & PM2s in planning & executing projects to ensure project success (i.e., on budget, on time, within scope). Partner with Line of Business to guide projects. Ensure projects are executed & staffed according to plan. Support Line of Business in developing project roadmap & area master plan. Indirect reporting of PMO staff with 1:1s, roadblock resolution, risk reporting, & overall first level of project guidance.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university required; or May consider an Associate’s degree in Engineering Technology or other Technical Science field of study from an accredited university with a minimum of ten (10) years of proven project management experience required; or May consider a High School Diploma or GED with a minimum of twelve (12) additional years’ experience of proven project management required
• Minimum of eight (8) years of proven project management experience required
• Leading change management projects required
• Leading complex & major capital expenditure projects required
• Minimum of three (3) years of experience in pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment required
• Excellent writing & oral communication skills; presentation & facilitation skills; & negotiation & conflict resolution skills required
• Ability to work in both technical & non-technical areas required
• Ability to use creativity to resolve problems that arise during project execution required
• Understanding of product documentation & standard operating procedures required
• Ability to create & manage work plans & detailed project schedules required
• Strong analytical/reasoning, organizational & multi-tasking skills required
• Demonstrated ability to communicate with key stakeholders in a cross-cultural environment & demonstrates superior written & oral communication skill required
• Develops & maintains strong internal & external relationship required
• Proficient in basic computer skills including experience with Microsoft Office required
• Ability to function independently, as well as execution of good judgement in decision making & strong leadership skills required
• Functions well in team environment is required
• Meets objectives demonstrating strong change management skills required
• Proven project management experience with direct management of multiple projects simultaneously required
• Proven expertise in planning/organizing, managing execution & revising the work plan for cross functional project teams
• Proven expertise in mentoring/development, planning/organizing, managing execution & revising the work plan for complex problems solved by cross functional teams required
• Ability to utilize critical thinking in problem solving required
• Ability to utilize strategic thinking skills in long range planning required
• Practice and demonstrate Novo Nordisk behaviors and value (Novo Nordisk Way) and is seen as role model in the department and across the organization required

Nice To Haves

• Advanced project management competencies obtained through relevant project management training or experience preferred
• Knowledge of Lean principles & how they apply in a manufacturing environment preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplined project teams to complete projects on-time, on-budget, meeting all requirements (quality, cost, schedule)
• Develop & execute assigned project plans in accordance with the scope, schedule, quality, impact & cost objectives
• Lead multi-disciplined project team(s), to include negotiating required staffing with LOB & assisting with required training of personnel supporting the project
• Develop project staffing plans, considering both internal & external (contingent/consultant) workers, needed to support projects, to include assembling the project team & manage tasks & time closely for external staff to ensure budget alignment
• Provide project cash flow projections and high level schedule projections to support Budget Cycles (AB, RE, LE)
• Refine business case with project owner/sponsor
• Establish & communicate quantifiable project benefits
• Manage, coordinate & direct contract resources, & internal resources
• Refine & clarify project scope through early project analysis with subject matter experts & owners to further substantiate project purpose
• Provide clear goals so that the project secures effective use of time & resources & builds employee motivation
• Develop bid packages, bid evaluation & drive vendor selection.
• Also work with procurement to create project specific contracts: Accountable for financial project through purchase order creation, management, invoicing & cost forecasting
• Monitor & control project work with stringent follow-up on quality, schedule & budget so that the project delivers the desired end-product
• Monitor & report project progress, communications to management & other stakeholders, & presentation in steering groups
• Ensure the quality/content of steering group status & gate presentations
• Review, approve, & endorse project related procurement (i.e. purchase orders & bid events)
• Support building, managing & improving Project Portfolio Management systems ( PMO Tools): Ensure alignment with global programs & other site projects to actively share best practice, knowledge, & visions
• Ensure all facets of the program lifecycle align with expectations set forth by the STG &/or project owner
• Support project manager mentoring & onboarding Line of Business Program Management: Partner with Line of Business to develop project roadmaps (i.e. 1-3 year plan) & master plan (3+ year)
• Work with Line of Business to track area obsolescence to support site master plan
• Establish & maintain a project related downtime tracking tool Indirect Reporting of PMO Staff: Primary communication & escalation path with PMO staff via 1:1 (providing feedback), Steering Group meetings, etc.
• Assist other Project Managers to ensure the quality/content of steering group status & gate presentations
• Consult with PMO manager on PM assignments & performance Process confirm use of the PMO tools & standards
• Assist Project Managers with review, approval, & endorsement of project related procurement (i.e. purchase orders & bid events)
• Follow all safety and environmental requirements in the performance of duties
• Other accountabilities, as assigned

Benefits

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• All employees enjoy generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance – effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 14 weeks paid parental & 6 weeks paid family medical leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees