Associate Director, Project Management, Tech Ops

CSL

Associate Director, Project Management at CSL Behring leading cross-functional project teams in biotechnology. Responsible for strategy, operational tactics, and project delivery on time and within budget.

Posted 6/23/2026full-timeKankakee • Illinois • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PMP

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Work closely with project leader to define strategy and operational tactics
Responsible for the preparation and management of project budgets, sensitivities, resources, project timelines, project scope and all other project documentation
Accountable for the accuracy and quality of reports to senior stakeholders
Lead cross functional development teams through tactical execution of project plans
Identify, manage and resolve project issues and mitigate risks
Ensure documentation of key team information, decisions, actions, modifications to scope, resources, timelines and milestones in project management systems is current
Identify, evaluate the critical path, scenarios and challenge assumptions to increase robustness of project plans
Monitor performance vs. plan (budget and timeline)
Coordinate program updates to Sr. Management
Provide coaching and mentorship to more junior members of the Tech Ops organization
Independently responsible for overseeing and leading the successful delivery of global, cross-functional projects of strategic importance to CSL’s product portfolio.
Oversee and/or lead the initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and closure of projects at the project or program level.
Provide direct input and/or lead the cross-functional development of a global project or program strategy.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor degree or equivalent in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
An advanced degree (MSc, PhD) in Science or related field, Masters of Business Administration (MBA) or equivalent
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
10+ years’ experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
5+ years’ experience as a project manager leading cross-functional project teams in a matrixed, global environment
In-depth knowledge in drug research, development and manufacturing processes.
Demonstrated experience in delivering projects to meet business objectives on time, within budget and with quality.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Flexible working hours
Professional development opportunities
Coaching and mentorship for junior members

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Hard Skills & Tools

project managementbudget managementrisk managementproject documentationperformance monitoringcross-functional team leadershipstrategic planningproject executionproject closuredrug research and development

Soft Skills

coachingmentorshipcommunicationproblem-solvingstakeholder managementorganizational skillsleadershipcollaborationcritical thinkingadaptability

Certifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)Bachelor degree in ScienceBachelor degree in Engineeringadvanced degree (MSc, PhD)Masters of Business Administration (MBA)