What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager - III position at Advanced Clinical?
We are seeking an experienced Project Manager III to support complex cross-functional programs and drive strategic project execution. This individual will partner with project leaders and key stakeholders to facilitate planning, communication, coordination, and execution of project activities across multiple functional areas.
The ideal candidate is a highly organized project management professional with strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills who can effectively navigate complex organizations and drive team alignment to achieve project objectives.
Location: Foster City, CA (Hybrid – 3 days onsite per week)
RESPONSIBILITIES
Project Planning & Execution
• Lead and manage complex projects or multiple concurrent initiatives.
• Partner with project leaders and stakeholders to ensure project goals, timelines, and deliverables are clearly defined and executed.
• Monitor project progress and proactively identify risks, dependencies, and potential obstacles.
• Develop and implement mitigation plans and corrective actions when necessary.
• Ensure alignment of project scope, timelines, resources, and priorities across functional teams.
Team Coordination & Communication
• Facilitate project team meetings and drive effective decision-making.
• Coordinate activities across cross-functional teams to ensure execution of project plans.
• Communicate project status, risks, milestones, and key decisions to stakeholders.
• Organize and support working groups, sub-teams, and other project-related meetings as needed.
• Foster collaboration and accountability among team members.
Governance & Reporting
• Prepare project updates, presentations, and supporting documentation for leadership reviews and governance meetings.
• Coordinate the development of high-quality project materials and deliverables.
• Support project leaders during governance reviews and strategic planning discussions.
• Ensure project information is accurate, current, and appropriately communicated to stakeholders.
Project Management Operations
• Maintain project schedules, timelines, action items, and documentation.
• Track project metrics and ensure effective reporting of project performance.
• Support continuous improvement of project management processes and best practices.
• Contribute to the development and maintenance of project plans and related documentation.
EXPERIENCE
• Bachelor's degree and 10 years of relevant professional experience; OR
• Master's degree or MBA and 8 years of relevant professional experience; OR
• PhD, PharmD, DVM, MD, or other advanced degree and 4 years of relevant professional experience.
• Minimum 5 years of experience supporting or leading cross-functional project teams.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects and coordinating multiple stakeholders.
• Experience developing project plans, managing timelines, and driving execution against key objectives.
TO BE A BEST FIT, YOUR STRENGTHS MUST INCLUDE
• Strong project management and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across cross-functional teams.
• Strong facilitation and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines simultaneously.
• Strong attention to detail and follow-through.
• Strategic thinking combined with operational execution.
• Ability to work independently while driving team alignment and accountability.
Full-time employees are also eligible for benefits options such as health coverage, life insurance, disability insurance, and 401k benefits.
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