Study Operations Manager (Project Management)
- Brazil
- Project Management
- ICON Strategic Solutions
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- Icon Strategic Solutions
About the role
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We are currently seeking a Study Operations Manager to join our diverse and dynamic team. As a Project Manager at ICON, you will be responsible for leading and coordinating project activities, ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards. Your role will involve overseeing all aspects of project execution, from planning and resource management to stakeholder communication and risk mitigation.
What you will be doing:
- Developing and managing detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation to ensure successful project delivery.
- Leading cross-functional project teams, coordinating efforts to meet project objectives, and facilitating effective communication and collaboration.
- Monitoring project progress, identifying potential risks and issues, and implementing strategies to address challenges and keep projects on track.
- Engaging with stakeholders to manage expectations, provide updates, and ensure alignment with project goals and organizational objectives.
- Preparing and presenting project reports, status updates, and performance metrics to senior management and other stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s degree in project management, business, or a related field is preferred, with significant experience in project management and team leadership.
- Proven track record of successfully managing projects in clinical resesarch from inception to completion, with a focus on delivering results within scope, time, and budget constraints.
- Strong leadership and organizational skills, with the ability to effectively manage project teams and prioritize tasks.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and manage stakeholder expectations.
- Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2 being advantageous.
- Detail-oriented, proactive, and adaptable, with a commitment to achieving project goals and driving continuous improvement.
- Fluent English.
What ICON can offer you:
Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.
In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
- Various annual leave entitlements
- A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs
- Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximise savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead
- Global Employee Assistance Programme, TELUS Health, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialised professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being
- Life assurance
- Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others
Visit our careers website to read more about the benefits of working at ICON: https://careers.iconplc.com/benefits
At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, 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.
https://careers.iconplc.com/reasonable-accommodations
Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.
Impactful work. Meaningful careers. Quality rewards.
At ICON, our employees are our greatest strength. That’s why we are committed to empowering you to live your best life, both inside and outside of work. Whether your ambition is lead a global team, become a deep scientific or technical expert, work in-house with our customers or gain experience in a variety of different ICON functions, we will support you in realising your full potential. See all locations Learn more about Our Culture at ICON
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