Pharma/Life Science – IT Project Manager
Company Overview
At Slipstream IT we work to streamline IT Support and provide managed solutions with a strategic consulting and global leadership management approach. Our solutions are designed exclusively for emerging pharma and biotech organizations. Slipstream’s industry-leading solutions free clients from the demands of internal IT and allow them to rapidly advance their mission. Highly focused on data warehousing, master data management and reporting/analytics. Led by a leadership team that has been together for over 10 years, you will join a proven team, culture, and strategy to drive innovation within the IT outsourcing industry while developing your skillset with the opportunities for internal growth.
The Project Manager, Information Management provides outstanding project management to our clients by planning and executing SSIT project management methodologies. The Project Manager has excellent knowledge of the latest industry trends and best practices. Key to the role are excellent written and verbal communication skills, strong leadership skills and interpersonal skills. Project Managers must be capable of multitasking and be able to easily adapt to changing circumstances. The role operates with a high level of interactive communication, demonstrating high levels of inclusion and cultural sensitivity. Partnership with technical team members and clients to deliver high quality project artifacts that meet established Slipstream quality and compliance standards, and business solution needs is essential. The ability to listen to complex technical and project discussions and capture the actions and discussions in documents that are clear, complete and well written is critical for success in the role.
Responsibilities
- Project Managers are responsible for the project plan, budget, structure, schedule and staffing requirements for assigned projects.
- A thorough understanding of agile SDLC methodologies and the project manager’s role in it including prioritization, technical and project risk assessment, estimation, project timelines, value-based change control etc
- Manage risks and notify the appropriate client and leadership teams regarding deviations from approved models/core solutions.
- Create and manage project artifacts in Smartsheet, ServiceNow, and JIRA (Cloud-based tools) with detail and precision.
- Present complex data and solutions in a concise manner to both internal and external stakeholders
- Facilitate and lead meetings with clients, as well as internal team members to identify project, functional and technical requirements.
- Ability to plan and manage their own and other team member’s activities to meet deliverables and deadlines.
- Provide project leadership for junior project staff and responsible for their ongoing training in project management methodologies. Assignment and monitoring of work to assigned junior project management staff.
- Be an effective communicator with technical audiences, able to present complex technical concepts for non-technical stakeholders in both written and verbal formats.
- Excellent writing and editorial skills, ability to process large amounts of information and/or data and distill them into relevant messages.
- The responsibilities include:
- overall coordination leading to the successful completion of approved IT projects
- tracking project specific timelines, budgets, and risks
- maintaining detailed project plans in Smartsheet
- accurate budget forecasting and actual cost tracking
- risk/issue tracking and mitigation
- scheduling and facilitation of team/subteam/steering committee meetings
- acting on client’s behalf when dealing with third party vendors
- complying with all IT PMO policies and procedures for project planning, execution and closeout
Qualifications
- Degree in life sciences or computer sciences or a related field required.
- Minimum 5-7 Years commercial pharma/ biotech IT project management covering systems such as Veeva CRM, Data Warehousing, Master Data Management and Business Intelligence Reporting.
- MUST HAVE recent Data Warehousing project management experience.
- Strong Microsoft Office computer skills (Word, Excel, PPT, Visio).
- Ability to articulate complex concepts in a simple and coherent manner both verbally and written
- Proven experience of working with complex integrated systems, using creative and strategic thinking to deliver exceptional results
- Strong ability to listen to discussion and capture requirements in meaningful, precise manner that can be understood by both technical and non-technical participants.
- Ability to present concepts and lead discussions on design issues with authority and poise. This is a client-facing role.
- Exceptional critical thinking, analytical, and problem-solving skills.
- Strong attention to detail both in written and action tasks.
- Strong ability to work independently and adhere to timelines.
- Passion for learning and working in a team environment.
- Experience of virtual collaboration to lead, shape and develop innovative solutions
- Experience of mentoring, coaching or developing others
- Experience of working with and managing third party suppliers/vendors
- Experience managing client relationships and negotiating positive outcomes
Work Schedule: Typical schedule will be Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM. Must be flexible to accommodate departmental needs. At times, overtime maybe needed to accomplish deliverables which could include evenings or weekend hours.
Physical Requirements: This position requires the ability to remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods. The ability to move about to accomplish tasks. Adjusting or moving objects up to 20 pounds in all directions. Communicating verbally and written word with others to exchange information. Exposure to a standard office environment with average room temperatures with no adverse environmental conditions expected. Ability to travel within the continental USA via plane or car required.
Benefits
- 401k match
- Comprehensive group health, dental, vision benefits
- Life insurance/LTD
- Discretionary PTO
Slipstream IT is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation or identity, national origin, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws. Slipstream IT makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merit, and business needs at the time.
This job description may not be inclusive of all assigned duties, responsibilities, or aspects of the job described, and may be amended at anytime at the sole discretion of the Employer.
