Project Manager, Life Sciences Consulting

Beghou Consulting is an Evanston-based firm (nine offices worldwide, ~300 professionals) that has spent more than three decades helping life‑sciences companies optimize commercial performance through data‑driven strategy, advanced analytics, and purpose‑built technology. Our mission is to “bring together analytical minds and innovative technology to help life‑sciences companies navigate the complexity of health care and improve patients’ lives.”  

We’re looking for a hands‑on Project Manager who will steer high‑velocity, multi‑disciplinary initiatives that power Beghou’s internal operations and the solutions we deliver to life‑sciences clients. As an Internal Project Manager, you’ll drive high-impact initiatives that fuel innovation and efficiency across Beghou. From launching new tech to optimizing internal operations, this role is perfect for someone equal parts strategist, builder, and collaborator.

Work‑mix expectation: 50% Project Management | 30% Process Management | 15% Product Support | 5% Ad‑hoc Initiatives (may flex with business needs).

• Project Management
• Lead the full lifecycle of internal technology, analytics, and consulting projects using Jira and Smartsheet.
• Create project charters, work breakdown structures, resource and risk plans, and report progress to senior leadership.
• Champion project-management rigor (Waterfall, Agile, Scrum) and coach teams on practical, adoptable methodologies to boost delivery performance.
• Process Management
• Map, document, and continuously improve cross-functional workflows (e.g., data ingestion, model deployment, deliverable production).
• Define KPIs, build dashboards, and implement change-management plans to embed best practices.
• Product Support & Governance
• Partner with product owners to align platform roadmaps with internal capabilities and client demand.
• Coordinate UAT cycles, prepare release notes, and develop user-enablement materials.
• Ad-hoc Strategic Initiatives
• Lead special projects including M&A integrations, tooling pilots, or center-of-excellence launches

• At least 5 years of project-management experience in consulting, SaaS, health-tech, or life sciences.
• Advanced expertise in Jira (workflow configuration, dashboards) and Smartsheet (Control Center, Data Shuttle, Resource Management).
• Ability to manage 5–10 concurrent projects with distributed teams and tight deadlines.
• Strong fluency in Agile/Scrum and traditional PM frameworks; solid understanding of SDLC and data/analytics pipelines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, comfortable presenting to senior stakeholders and the C-suite.

• Certifications such as PMP, CSM, Lean Six Sigma, ITIL.
• Experience in biotech, pharma, med-tech, or health-data analytics.
• Familiarity with governance for AI/ML products or compliance frameworks (HIPAA, GDPR).

What you should know:

-We treat our employees with respect and appreciation, not only for what they do but for who they are.

-We value the many talents and abilities of our employees and promote a supportive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment that encourages both professional and personal growth.

-You will have the opportunity to work with and learn from all levels in the organization, allowing everyone to work together to develop, achieve, and succeed with every project.

-We have had steady growth throughout our history because the people we hire are committed not only to delivering quality results for our clients but also to becoming leaders in sales and marketing analytics.

Compensation and Benefits:

Beghou Consulting offers a competitive compensation package and a full complement of benefits including the following:

-Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

-Life & AD&D Insurance

-Disability Insurance

-401k with employer matching

-Phone stipend

-Lifestyle Wellness Account

-Paid parental and bonding leave

-Tax-free commuter, health, and childcare accounts

-Company match for your charitable donation

-Employee discount program

-Tuition reimbursement program 

-Paid time off and company holidays 

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are committed to fostering an inclusive company culture that respects and promotes diverse backgrounds and points of view. We seek candidates who will add to our culture and support the company’s vision of a diverse, equitable, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status. We are proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. If you are excited about this role but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed, we still encourage you to apply. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.