Senior IT Project Manager (Pharma, life science exp needed) - Smart Source Technologies

Senior IT Project Manager

Duration: (Contract, Remote till Dec 2026)

Rate - $65/hr W2 or $70-75/h on c2c

Position Overview

We are looking for a Contract Senior IT Project Manager to lead and motivate teams in managing day-to-day IT projects.

The role involves working with Commercial, Technical Operations, Clinical business functions, and IT teams to deliver business-critical systems with a significant focus on product launches that support organizational growth.

You will lead multiple concurrent projects at different lifecycle phases, ensuring successful delivery while collaborating with internal cross-functional teams and external stakeholders across global locations.

This role also requires managing dependencies, tracking risks, and reporting at a program level to leadership. Strong communication skills are essential to work effectively with both technical and business partners.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage IT projects through the full delivery lifecycle (Pre-project Sustain), focusing on Salesforce.com-based solutions.
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans (timelines, milestones, resource allocations, dependencies).
• Coordinate project activities across multiple teams, including vendors and delivery partners.
• Monitor progress, identify risks/issues, and implement mitigation strategies.
• Manage budgets, forecasts, and project costs while aligning with Finance and PMO standards.
• Ensure clear, consistent communication with stakeholders at all levels, including executives and vendors across time zones.
• Run governance processes (steering committees, status reviews, stand-ups).
• Maintain high-quality project documentation.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement and optimization.

Basic Qualifications

• Experience: Bachelor s Degree with 8+ years OR Master s Degree with 6+ years of IT Project Management experience.
• Proven track record in delivering complex, cross-functional programs across global teams and vendors.
• Strong understanding of project lifecycles (Agile, Waterfall, Iterative).
• Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and metric development skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, including experience working with senior executives.
• Ability to take ownership and drive projects with accountability.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Salesforce.com projects.
• Experience delivering GxP-compliant projects and systems.
• Background in the life sciences industry.
• PMP certification.

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