Required Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Engineering, Business, or related field.
8+ years of project management experience leading complex cross-functional initiatives.
Proven track record managing enterprise technology and business transformation projects.
Strong expertise in project management methodologies including Waterfall, Agile, and Hybrid approaches.
Exceptional organizational, communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
Experience managing project budgets, timelines, risks, dependencies, and vendor relationships.
Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Proficiency with project management tools such as Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Monday.com, or similar platforms.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience within pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device, healthcare, or other regulated industries.
Knowledge of GxP, Computer System Validation (CSV), 21 CFR Part 11, and regulated system implementations.
Experience managing cybersecurity projects such as security assessments, identity management, endpoint security, cloud security, vulnerability management, or compliance initiatives.
Experience leading corporate website development, redesign
Experience delivering data analytics, business intelligence, reporting, data warehouse, or AI-related initiatives.
Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, Scrum Master, or equivalent certifications preferred.
Key Responsibilities
Project Leadership & DeliveryLead multiple concurrent projects and programs across IT, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, and Business Operations.
Develop comprehensive project plans, schedules, budgets, resource plans, risk registers, and communication plans.
Drive project execution while managing scope, timeline, budget, dependencies, risks, and issues.
Facilitate project governance meetings, steering committees, and executive status updates.
Coordinate cross-functional teams including business stakeholders, IT, vendors, consultants, and third-party partners.
Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and business requirements.
Senior Project Manager (Consultant)
Location: Newark, CA (Onsite 4 days per week)
Employment Type: Contract
Duration: 6 Months
Reports To: Head of IT & Cybersecurity
Position Summary
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Senior Project Manager (Consultant) to lead and deliver strategic cross-functional initiatives across Information Technology, Cybersecurity, Digital Transformation, Data Analytics, and Business Systems. The ideal candidate will possess exceptional project management capabilities, strong stakeholder management skills, and experience operating within regulated life sciences environments.
This role will drive projects from initiation through execution and completion, ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, timelines, budgets, and quality expectations. Experience with GxP systems, cybersecurity programs, website development projects, data analytics platforms, and emerging AI technologies is highly desirable but not required.
The position requires regular collaboration with executive leadership, business stakeholders, vendors, and technical teams and will be based onsite in Newark, CA four days per week.