VP, Project Management (Internal Med)

Manage and direct the assigned PM management group to deliver projects in a complex matrixed environment executing multiple sponsor programs. Responsible for the Project Management function, overseeing the consistency and quality of the overall trial/program communications, direction, implementation, coordination, execution, control and completion of global cross-functional projects within the assigned geography. Ensure adherence to established Project Management methodology, ICON policies and SOPs, and study contracts and budgets.

* Recognize, exemplify and adhere to ICON's values which centers around our commitment to People, Clients and Performance.
* As a Manager, the employee is expected to recognize the importance of and create a culture of process improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value to our business and meeting client needs.
* *Travel (approximately 30%) domestic and/or international
* *Direct, manage and ensure collaboration within a team of Directors and Project Managers in the planning, execution and governance of projects/portfolios
* *Manage the resources to ensure that established cost, time, and quality goals are met
* *Provide technical support and guidance (including scope definition, risk identification and mitigation, resource planning, goals and deliverables) to assigned PM staff
* Keeps Global VP, PM, business sponsors, business-unit leadership and all stake-holders regularly informed of project/program progress, risks and issues through periodic reporting
* *Identify and resolve issues that impact project scope, resources, schedule or budget through standard methods and communicate these to senior management
* *Understand and manage project/program inter-dependencies to achieve program milestones/deliverables
* *Oversee the tracking of project deliverables using appropriate tools (developing them as necessary)
* Conduct evaluations and assessment and implement required changes for all projects (including mid-project recovery of at risk Projects, re-scoping, postponement, or cancellation)
* *Manage development, provide direction and support, and mentor PM direct reports
* In conjunction with colleagues, develop and implement new and improved processes related to program and project planning, budgeting, controls and management
* In conjunction with colleagues and senior management, responsible for setting agenda and developing training philosophy for ICON PM group, including successful execution throughout the team
* Ensure team alignment with cross-functional leadership goals and company initiatives
* Measure and report PM KPIs and lead continuous improvement
* Contribute to the ICON PMO model built on strong teamwork, frequent and transparent inter and intra divisional communication, continuous process improvement, metrics management and global team harmonization
* Other duties as assigned