Program Manager

Almac Group is currently seeking a Program Manager for our Souderton, PA location. The Program Manager‑PMO is responsible for overseeing a portfolio of projects within operational workstreams to ensure alignment with strategic goals, optimizing resource allocation, and managing program‑level risks.

Responsibilities

Program Management and Governance

Strategic alignment : Ensure programs and initiatives remain aligned with the company's strategic vision and goals.

Prioritization and selection : Facilitate the process of prioritising approved projects and initiatives based on strategic value, resource availability, risk level, and potential return on investment.

Resource management : Oversee allocation and optimisation of staff, budget, and equipment across workstreams; forecast demand and manage cross‑workstream conflicts.

Governance and methodology : Establish, enforce, and drive continual improvement in project management processes, methodologies, and governance frameworks; identify improvement opportunities and drive implementation.

Performance monitoring and reporting : Track, analyse, and report on overall health and performance of projects and workstreams.

Risk and dependency management : Identify, assess, mitigate, and manage risks and dependencies spanning multiple projects within a workstream.

Financial oversight : Manage budget tracking, forecasting, and cost control to align with financial goals.

Stakeholder management : Engage with stakeholders at all levels, including executive level, ensuring requirements and expectations are met.

Lead projects, workstreams, and programs

Facilitate decision‑making, issue resolution, and timely escalation.

Provide conflict management at program or project team level.

Perform cross‑functional collaboration and problem‑solving.

Ensure both operational and non‑operational perspectives (regulatory compliance, legal, finance, marketing) are considered.

On‑time delivery : Ensure on‑time delivery by proactive management of resources, scope, risks, and stakeholder expectations.

Administrative management of staff

Recruiting, onboarding, and training of staff.

Monitoring performance and remediating issues.

Attendance management, resource assignment, and compliance monitoring.

Leadership and coaching

Provide professional leadership and mentoring to project managers; improve delivery skills and consistency.

Coordinate with peers to assess training and mentoring needs across the PMO department.

Serve as an effective mentor for PMO staff and other parts of the organization.

Provide staff assessment and feedback for assigned programs.

Perform independent reviews of ongoing projects to identify risks and improvement opportunities.

Support additional activities as needed and be prepared for business‑driven travel.

Qualifications
Required Experience / Education

5+ years managing projects that require detailed planning, risk management, and resource balancing.

Direct interactions and communications with senior or executive stakeholders.

Experience in a management or program manager role (at least 1–2 years).

Knowledge of program management, effective communication methods for senior stakeholders.

Proficiency with Waterfall and Iterative methodologies, tools, and roles.

Business analysis methods.

GXP knowledge.

Preferred Experience / Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Life Science, Business, Mathematics, or IT.

Prince2/PMP Project Management Certification.

Scrum Master or Agile Certification.

Previous program manager experience (2+ years).

Previous supervisory experience (2+ years).

Experience leading a team in a GMP or regulated environment.

Experience applying Six Sigma and Lean tools.

Experience in Pharmaceuticals/Clinical Trials.

What Almac Group Offers

Medical, Vision & Dental benefits from the 1st of the month following start date.

20 days PTO per year, accrued monthly.

12 holidays per year plus one day for Annual Diversity Day.

Company‑paid long and short‑term disability and life insurance.

401(k) company contribution.

Hybrid work available for applicable roles.

Professional development and continuous learning opportunities.

Almac is an exceptional, award‑winning, drug development solutions provider at the forefront of the pharmaceutical industry. We are a privately owned organization that has grown over 50 years and employs more than 7,500 highly skilled personnel worldwide. Our US Headquarters is located at Souderton, PA.

Embracing diversity is at the heart of our culture. We are committed to a welcoming, supportive, and inclusive environment for all.

Almac Group, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer – Minorities/Women/Protected Veterans/Disabled. Almac provides reasonable accommodations to people with disabilities who need assistance completing the application process. Email us at ADARequest@almacgroup.com to request assistance.

EEO is the law. GINA supplement.

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