Senior Project Manager PMP- Preclinical Business Delivery

We are seeking a seasoned and results-oriented Senior Project Manager (PMP) to lead the execution of sponsored contract research projects within a fast-paced R&D environment. This sponsor-facing role provides strategic and operational project management support to Study Directors, Scientific Leads, and cross-functional laboratory teams. The ideal candidate will combine scientific acumen with technical project management expertise to drive efficiency, enhance forecasting accuracy, and support revenue recognition.

Key Accountabilities:

Sponsor Project management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for sponsors, managing communications and operational coordination.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project plans outlining milestones, deliverables, and timelines.
• Oversee logistical planning and procurement of materials for sponsor-driven projects.
• Monitor study progress and operational performance, ensuring timely issue escalation and resolution.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects across diverse programs, maximizing stakeholder value.
• Facilitate stakeholder engagement and decision-making to maintain project momentum.
• Provide ongoing sponsor support and issue resolution throughout the project lifecycle.

Sponsor Communication

• Engage with sponsors during the study on key milestones, change orders, shipments and deliverables
• Establish best practices for meeting facilitation and cross-functional collaboration.
• Engage with various sponsor stakeholders for “pulse-checking” during and after a study is done.

Internal Communications and Process Improvement

• Support internal communications, scheduling, and resource allocation as needed.
• Promote continuous improvement across all aspects of project delivery.
• Apply Lean Six Sigma principles to enhance project management processes.
• Contribute to the implementation of new technologies and workflows for improved data integration and reporting.

Financial management and Revenue Recognition

• Support internal communications, scheduling, and resource allocation as needed.
• Lead revenue recognition and revenue forecasting efforts using data-driven insights.
• Ensure budget adherence and alignment with contractual commitments.
• Analyses actual expenditure, explains variances, and advises on options in use of available budget.

Other

• Potential to supervise and mentor individuals in consideration of their career opportunities and contribution to the organization.
• Carryout any other reasonable duties as requested.

Skills:

• Minimum 5 years of project management experience.
• Proven expertise in PMP methodologies.
• Strong scientific understanding of research and laboratory operations.
• Excellent planning and organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
• Outstanding written and verbal communication abilities.
• Skilled in issue resolution within cross-functional teams.
• Analytical mindset focused on operational outcomes.
• Experience in revenue tracking, recognition, and forecasting.
• High proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.
• Familiarity with project management and reporting tools.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills.
• A flexible attitude with respect to work assignments and new learning.
• Ability to manage multiple and varied tasks with enthusiasm and prioritize workload with attention to detail.
• A self-starter and able to work under own initiative.
• Natural coach/mentor who leads by example with an approachable demeanor.

Knowledge and Experience:

• Proven experience managing and leading mentoring colleagues.
• Proven line management and leadership management
• Experience using tools to communicate progress to Stakeholders.
• Experience of working in and knowledge of the life sciences sector
• Experience using tools to communicate progress to Stakeholders.
• Solid Professional experience in the same or very similar role.
• Proven working experience of project management methodologies (such as Prince2, Agile, Lean Six Sigma).

Education:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a scientific discipline with 7 years of industry experience, or Master’s degree with 5 years of experience.
• Certifications: PMP® certification required; MBA is a plus.
• English: Fluent

This role is based in the Perceptive office/lab located in Needham, MA. The annual base salary range for this role is $94,376-$175,271. This range represents the anticipated initial annual salary and may vary depending on several factors including the candidate’s experience and skills and may be subject to market rate adjustment.