Senior Director, Project Management

About ICON:

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. From molecule to medicine, we advance clinical research providing outsourced services to pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical device and government and public health organizations.

With our patients at the center of all that we do, we help to accelerate the development of drugs and devices that save lives and improve quality of life.

Our people are our greatest strength, are at the core of our culture, and the driving force behind our success. ICON people have a mission to succeed and a passion that ensures what we do, we do well.

Position Summary:

Responsible for oversight of business and project operations,  directing and implementing various aspects of business operations and development activities including contracting, proposals, quality and performance metrics, and project management processes.

The Role:
• Develop full service project plans for portfolio of studies and subsequently lead cross functional study teams in accordance with contractual timelines, client specifications and Good Clinical Practices (GCPs).
• Operate at the forefront in this exciting field, supporting early phase Oncology projects for our Biotech sponsors
• Effectively lead study budgets to ensure financial targets are met through regular review of indirect costs and project resources
• Inspire and develop your team through people management; co-ordinate study activities against targets, provide coaching and mentoring to Project Managers
• Demonstrate your executive presence, delivering updates on the portfolio to senior management
• Building an environment to enable employees, add towards our culture and engage with the group success

You will need:
• A minimum of a completed Bachelor’s Degree

• Therapeutic experience across a wide array of complex Oncology indications.
• Minimum of 10 years Project Management experience
• Ability to lead large, global cross functional projects; strong domestic and international project management experience
• Proven track record of managing a complex portfolio of projects within Oncology

• High level of integrity and can inspire to the demands of the highest standards from a professional and ethical perspective
• Willingness to travel up to 25% as needed

Benefits of Working in ICON:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.

We offer very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals – both ours and yours.
We also provide a range of health-related benefits to employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans – and related benefits such as life assurance – so you can save and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
But beyond the competitive salaries and comprehensive benefits, you’ll benefit from an environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of purpose and drive lasting change.

ICON is an equal opportunity and inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know through the form below.

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