Senior Project Manager

Description of Role

Centessa is seeking a Senior Project Manager, that will leverage his/her project management and drug development experience to support one or more high complexity global R&D programs. This position will report to a Director, Project Management (Dir, PM). 

Key Responsibilities

• Partner with the GTL (Global Team Leader) and Dir, PM to support the cross-functional matrix team, and project manage select sub-teams 
• Support the development of and continuously maintain assigned parts of detailed and fully cross-functionally integrated program Gantt chart as a company-wide “Single Source of Truth,” incorporating all relevant dependencies, and provide fit-for-purpose summary views for team use and executive management reviews
• Identify and manage interdependencies, critical path and at-risk activities to support program level scenario planning and risk management strategies
• Maintain relevant dashboards to communicate status and track progress 
• Manage cross-functional team meetings including scheduling, preparing agendas, presentation materials, and minutes that ensure proper follow up of action items
• Maintain issue logs and risks registers, and ensure team proactively resolve issues in a timely manner and that risks are mitigated as appropriate
• Work with cross-functional team and Finance to develop and update budgets, and manage program spend within approved budget
• 'Manage select external vendors (timelines, budgets, MSA/SOW documents, etc.) and integrate deliverables into program Gantt
• Support development of Governance and Executive presentations
• Provide support for the planning and preparation of documents to a quality standard required for Regulatory/Health Authority submissions
• Contribute to establishment and refinement of best practices, processes and procedures 

Qualifications

• BS plus 5+ years experience in pharmaceutical/biotech R&D environment, including 3+ years as PM or equivalent
• Proven expertise in drug development and registration, including early and late-stage clinical, nonclinical, CMC development, and regulatory interactions, submissions/reviews globally
• Highly motivated, proactive, detail-oriented and organized self-starter with strong communication, collaboration, interpersonal skills, and influence to accomplish work without formal authority and to ensure optimal team performance
• Excellent analytical skills and expert in facilitating team decision making; competent in the application of decision analysis methodologies and related tools
• Expert knowledge of project management principles and practices with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment (PMP certification is highly desired), and expert in project management software, e.g., Smartsheet 

Compensation

The annual base salary range for this position is $185,000.00 to $200,000.00. Individual compensation within this range will be determined based on a variety of factors, including geographic location, qualifications, skills, relevant experience, job knowledge and location.

In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a discretionary annual bonus. Centessa also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a 401(k) plan, company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, generous paid time off, and a health and wellness program.

Work Location

The Senior Project Manager role is a based in the US, with occasional travel.

POSITION: Full-Time, Exempt