Life Science Sr Project Mgr\Consultant

Job Location: Berlin, Germany

Key Responsibilities & Duties:

· Develops, defines and leads execution of a program and all supporting project plans under the program

· Oversees projects in his/her portfolio and work with project managers to ensure projects are delivered on time and within budget and to satisfaction of the customer, IIG Consulting leadership and Account leadership

· Provides support, assistance and guidance to project managers as needed

· Resolves complex problems, anticipates change and redirects efforts as necessary

· Communicates program status, program readiness, and business issues and risks across organizations and to Sr. Management and Executives

· Ensures that plans and strategies for implementation of engagements are completed within project management standards and methodologies

· Provides technical and/or business consultative leadership for Program Management and Project Management functions

· Works closely with customer and Sales to capture Services Statement of Work

· Responsible for forecasting and timely invoicing

· Responsible for reviewing and overseeing goals and milestones within projects to ensure EMC’s commitments to customer are achieved

· Ensures that clear and concise status reports are being submitted to satisfaction of the customer and sales, in accordance with published procedures

· Ensures that for any existing or potential customer escalation issues, appropriate communications are occurring to all EMC concerned parties; proactively follows EMC escalation and change control process

· Articulates value of EMC solutions and services business benefit to the customer

· Updates customers and management regularly on overall project completion

· Work closely with IIG Regional Service Directors, Consulting Managers, Solution Principals, Practice Managers, Solution Architects and partners to develop opportunities that deliver EMC solutions and provide continual revenue

· Adheres to established standards, processes and methods to produce solutions that conform to requirements

· Follows and executes EMC’s revenue recognition rules and policies. Consults with appropriate Consulting Director to review and validate weekly revenue and utilization forecasts

Necessary Skillsets:

· Bachelor’s degree in a technical or business discipline, or equivalent

· At least 5 years’ experience in relevant document management / control projects in the LifeScience industry

· Fluency in LifeScience industry processes and terminology in at least one specialization (e.g. clinical) and understanding of the industry value chain

· Demonstrated track record in leading / advising successful project implementations in at least one of the following areas: Clinical & Trial Master File, GCP Regulations; Quality & Manufacturing, GMP Regulations, Regulatory Submissions

· Solid experience in computer systems validation

· Proven project management skills with demonstrated experience in a consulting environment (budgets from $250K to $3M+)

· Experience advising & implementing on document management technologies

· Experience with formal project management techniques (i.e. formal status reporting and client communication, budget/scope management and change controls, and project team direction and technical leadership.)

· Experience with formal structured design, development and testing techniques

· Demonstrated ability to provide oversight and manage a portfolio of projects concurrently (>3), each with assigned project managers

· Consistent demonstration of taking a leadership role regarding program/project discussions, coalescing relevant information and data, and managing account stakeholders successfully

· Versed in multiple project/program management methodologies

· Deep breadth of analytical techniques, tools and approaches, i.e.SharePoint sites, Visio mapping, business cases, communications and change management plans, user stories

· Ability to successfully run a number of complex client processes, i.e. RFI/RFP selections

· Uses in-depth knowledge of customers to develop solutions

· Ability to mentor and train consulting staff regarding EMC project management processes

· Pre-Sales skills that combine delivery and business acumen

· Experience participating in or completing solution sales is preferred

· Project Management Professional (PMP) certification highly desired

· Advanced LifeScience Industry certifications

Key Behaviors:

· Strives for, maintains and further develops excellence in processes and services

· Aims and achieves the highest standard of quality possible in services

· Provides mentoring and guidance to others engaged in project management

· Communicate effectively and persuasively to varied audiences in different meeting formats (presentations, workshops, etc.)

· Chooses best format and style of communication depending on desired outcome and audience

· Demonstrates assurance when making decisions without being overbearing and condescending

· Solid work ethic with a willingness to work overtime

· Willingness to travel, at times up to 4 days per week

Key Metrics

· Expected Individual Billable Utilization of 65 - 80%

· Focus on Delivery Quality metrics

· Customer Satisfaction surveys

· Recommended Base/Bonus Split: 80/20

· Stays abreast of current project management trends and technology through professional associations, journals, networking and associated training and seminars

· PMI Certified (global standard) or local equivalent

· Advanced industry certifications

Job ID: 113710BR

 

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