Lead Project Manager

Clario

Lead Project Manager overseeing staff management and project delivery for clinical research at Clario. Ensuring high-quality outcomes and customer satisfaction through effective project management.

Posted 5/13/2026full-timeRemote • Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage designated Project Management staff, including mentoring, developing career paths, and building role‑specific competencies.
Ensure all required training is completed and documented.
Review system configurations and study documents to ensure accuracy, quality, and compliance with SOPs and standards.
Coordinate routine status meetings to support communication, workload oversight, and forecasting.
Collect and monitor staff metrics to support operational insights.
Independently lead all phases of program/study delivery, including Planning & Setup, Monitoring, and Closeout.
Gather customer requirements and communicate them effectively to internal teams.
Develop study documentation and oversee equipment distribution and tracking.
Prepare and deliver operational reports.
Oversee study data and documentation archiving in alignment with quality expectations.
Set and maintain clear customer expectations throughout the project lifecycle.
Monitor timelines and manage financial elements, including budget review, revenue forecasting, scope changes, and invoice reconciliation.
Identify risks, propose mitigations, and escalate issues when appropriate.
Manage internal and external negotiations to support collaboration, efficient resource use, and positive team environments.
Apply structured problem‑solving approaches and maintain issue‑tracking documentation to ensure timely resolution.
Provide primary service line support to cross‑trained colleagues.
Serve as point of contact for focus areas within the service line, as applicable.
Influence strategic decision‑making and support the execution of departmental objectives.
Act as operational readiness lead for new product initiatives within the line of business.
Guide study teams to ensure consistency across therapeutic areas or programs and alignment with customer objectives.
Ensure timely completion of training requirements.
Present study services at Investigator Meetings or site initiation meetings when needed.
Participate in client meetings with Business Development or Operations to present services and operational data flow.
Assist in developing training plans and onboarding new Project Management team members.
Perform other duties or special projects as required.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree and proven project management skills in a clinical research, pharmaceutical, or related technical environment.
Demonstrated ability to mentor and develop staff.
5–10 years of relevant industry experience, preferably within the pharmaceutical or life sciences sector.
Strong understanding of the drug development process.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, time-management, and prioritization skills.
Strong verbal and written communication skills, including fluency in English.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office tools.
High attention to detail and responsiveness to requests.
Valid passport and ability to travel approximately 20%.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
Health Savings Account (HSA) and Flexible Spending Account (FSA) options
401(k) with company match
Paid time off, paid holidays, and volunteer time
Paid parental leave and family-supportive benefits
Employee assistance program and well-being resources
Life and disability insurance
Additional voluntary benefits for U.S. employees

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementclinical researchdrug development processstudy documentationfinancial managementrisk managementproblem-solvingmetrics monitoringtraining developmentoperational reporting

Soft Skills

mentoringstaff developmentorganizational skillsinterpersonal skillstime-managementprioritizationverbal communicationwritten communicationattention to detailcollaboration

Certifications

Bachelor's degree