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Job Title: Program Manager

Job Description

The Program Manager is responsible for overseeing and leading the successful execution of complex projects while collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders. This role involves tracking program progress, mitigating potential risks, and ensuring the seamless integration of contracted scope into the project plan. The Program Manager will manage project schedules, budgets, and serve as the primary point of contact for clients and internal stakeholders. Additionally, the Program Manager will play a key role in implementing the vision of the future state of the Project Management Office by leveraging previous experience to develop best practices across the organization.

Responsibilities

+ Lead by example in project management best practices, specifically in timeline, critical path, risk, and budget management.

+ Demonstrate excellence in proactive client communication through formal presentations and informal interactions.

+ Conduct detailed end-to-end program planning using standard project management tools such as Smartsheet or Microsoft Project.

+ Drive accountability within cross-functional teams to meet baseline deliverables and timelines for client and business goals.

+ Develop and implement enterprise-wide tools, systems, and processes, including change management training.

+ Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teammates and subject matter experts.

+ Ensure dissemination of approved work scope to team members.

+ Provide project management leadership to cross-functional teams to successfully execute project scopes.

+ Manage client and stakeholder relationships, communications, requirements, and expectations.

+ Anticipate and manage changes in project scope through a change order process.

+ Ensure excellent communication within the team, to site leadership, and to relevant stakeholders and clients.

+ Serve as the primary point of contact with the client post-signature, maintaining partnership with Sales & Business Development.

+ Prepare and conduct program reviews and presentations for cross-functional areas, clients, and management.

+ Coordinate the development of subcontractor Statements of Objectives and Statements of Work.

+ Maintain project lessons learned and best practices, ensuring dissemination within the PMO and relevant leaders.

+ Apply financial acumen in developing revenue forecasting models.

+ Assist with new business proposal preparation as required.

+ Manage project risk register and develop and implement risk mitigation strategies.

+ Perform other duties as assigned by the Head of Portfolio and Program Management.

Essential Skills

+ Experience in program and project management.

+ Experience in a pharma/biotech environment.

+ Proficiency in Microsoft Project and creation of project schedules.

+ 1-3 years of experience in the pharmaceutical/biotech industry, including the CDMO industry.

+ Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Science, or a related discipline.

+ Proficiency in project management tools such as Smartsheet.

+ Experience in supporting customer programs from development through clinical manufacturing and release.

+ High-level financial acumen and understanding of CDMO needs.

+ Understanding of time tracking tools, processes, and systems.

+ Excellent organizational, interpersonal, and communication skills.

Job Type & Location

This is a Contract to Hire position based out of Princeton, NJ.

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $60.09 - $64.90/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Princeton,NJ.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Jan 14, 2026.

About Actalent

Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email [email protected] (%[email protected]) for other accommodation options.