Associate Director Project Management Overview • The Associate Director of Project Management oversees planning, coordination, and execution of asset teams, ensuring alignment and accountability across functions. • Collaborates with Asset Team Leaders to manage cross-functional activities and maintain integrated project timelines and risk logs. • Provides financial oversight, including budget tracking, forecasting, and resource optimization throughout the year. • Facilitates effective communication among management, team members, and functional leaders to proactively address risks and opportunities. • Ensures transparency by maintaining project documentation and repositories for team accessibility. • Serves as a key point of contact for program-related information, ensuring comprehensive understanding of scope and deliverables. • Manages project management tools and platforms, including Smartsheet, SharePoint, PowerPoint, and Excel. • Supports strategic initiatives and ad hoc projects to drive organizational success. Associate Director Project Management Key Responsibilities & Duties • Manage asset teams in partnership with leaders, driving alignment and accountability across functions. • Develop and maintain integrated project timelines, risk logs, and action item trackers. • Coordinate meetings, including agendas, materials, minutes, and follow-up actions. • Provide financial oversight, tracking budgets and ensuring effective resource allocation. • Support regulatory submissions, including IND, CTA, NDA, and BLA documentation. • Facilitate effective communication among team members and management to address risks and opportunities. • Prepare and distribute project documentation to ensure transparency and accessibility. • Lead or support PMO activities and strategic initiatives, driving organizational success. Associate Director Project Management Job Requirements • Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree in a relevant field preferred. • PMI PMP certification preferred, with 7-10 years of project management experience. • Knowledge of drug discovery and development across therapeutic areas. • Proven track record in regulatory submissions and operational support. • Strong intellectual agility to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. • Proficiency in project management tools like Smartsheet, SharePoint, and Excel. • Effective communication skills to foster collaboration and proactive issue management. • Ability to adapt to change and maintain composure under pressure.