Director, Project Management

Director, Project Management

Director, Project Management is responsible for leadership of the Project Management function, including management of a team of experienced Project Managers and oversight of all product development activities at Cambrex Charles City (CCC).

Responsibilities

• Promote a customer‑centric Project Management function to provide an outstanding customer service experience for CCC customers.
• Foster collaboration and lead the establishment of strong partnerships with customers based on trust, interpersonal skills and business abilities.
• Provide outstanding customer service by anticipating client needs and effectively managing information, project execution, stakeholder requirements, and challenge resolution.
• Promote collaboration and cohesion with peers and colleagues within the organization.
• Plan and effectively support execution of projects on time and on budget.
• Lead and manage projects—including financials, timelines, sourcing, team dynamics, and customer service.
• Drive accountability and advance Project Management systems and initiatives at the site, overseeing efficient utilization of PM resources.
• Evaluate new business opportunities, including detailed cost analysis.
• Elevate team awareness and proactively drive resolution and client approvals for scope changes within programs.
• Lead, motivate, mentor, and manage the Project Management team throughout all customer‑based projects, proactively resolving project challenges during execution.
• Organize and coordinate multidisciplinary/cross‑functional teams for all product development initiatives and activities.
• Serve as liaison between Sales, Finance, Business Development, Sr. Leadership, and Management teams, communicating expectations and delivering results.
• Maintain effective, positive communication with coworkers, customers, management, and outside sales representatives.
• Assume P&L responsibilities for the Project Management team.

Qualifications

• Extended experience with overall management of and responsibility for product development, project teams, and activities.
• Excellent project management skills with high attention to detail and strong drive of the Project Management function, team, and systems.
• Broad experience with direct customer contact and relationship management.
• Understanding of business plans and financial impact.
• Skilled in managing multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience and ability to lead and motivate others.
• Excellent communication skills.
• Familiarity with cGMP regulations.
• Proficiency with Windows‑based computer knowledge.

Education, Experience & Licensing Requirements

• Advanced degree in a scientific related discipline, including Master, PhD degrees in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Business Administration, etc.
• At least five (5) years; preferably more than ten (10) years of experience in a Project Management leadership role within the pharma or CDMO industry.

All employees are required to adhere to DEA, EPA, FDA and cGMP regulations as they relate to the operation of the Company; and to adhere to all company safety rules and procedures. All employees are expected to report to work regularly and promptly. Other duties relating to departmental mission, not specifically detailed in this section may be assigned.

All requirements are subject to possible modifications to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Cambrex Corporation is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and will consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation or gender identity), ancestry, national origin, place of birth, age, marital status, disability/handicap, genetic information, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by federal, state, and/or local law.

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