ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is seeking a Project Manager - III with a Biotechnology company. This is a 9+ month contract opportunity with our client located in Foster City, CA. This is Hybrid position. Summary: This role is responsible for leading integrated Chemistry, Manufacturing, and Controls (CMC) planning across all relevant departments, including Drug Substance, Drug Product, and Quality. The ideal candidate will drive the execution of CMC plans, provide end-to-end project management support throughout the product lifecycle, and ensure alignment with key program milestones and regulatory objectives.
Responsibilities: - Lead integrated CMC planning across Drug Substance, Drug Product, Analytical, Quality, Regulatory, and Supply Chain
- Drive execution of CMC plans to ensure alignment with program milestones and overall development timelines
- Provide end-to-end project management support across the product lifecycle, from development through commercialization
- Develop, maintain, and manage integrated project timelines in Planisware or Smartsheet, defining dependencies, milestones, and critical path activities
- Facilitate cross-functional Product Team meetings, including agenda development, decision documentation, and action item tracking
- Proactively identify, assess, and manage program risks and issues, maintaining risk registers
- Coordinate preparation of high-quality governance materials in collaboration with Product Teams
- Translate complex technical input from subject matter experts into clear, actionable insights
- Ensure clear, timely communication of program status and key updates to all stakeholders
- Partner with Product Teams and Finance on budget planning, tracking, and forecasting
- Ensure compliance with established processes and practices and identify and share best practices
- Integrate emerging AI and digital technologies into project management practices
Requirements: - Minimum 5-8 years of relevant experience
- BA or BS in Life Sciences or related disciplines
- Experience in cross-functional work in biopharmaceutical/pharmaceutical CMC development, GMP environment, and regulatory affairs
- Prior experience in project management
- Solid understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques
- Excellent organizational skills, capable of setting priorities and delivering on commitments
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to collaborate with project leads, teams, and leadership
- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire global cross-functional teams
- Ability to manage complex situations and adapt to changing business needs
- Proactive mindset
Desired skills: - PMP certification
- Familiarity with Planisware
Pay range: Up to $73.48 per Hour
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) employees will be considered for this position.
If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) ApTask Global Workforce (AGW) is a certified Minority and Veteran workforce solutions company. AGW delivers operational, clinical, lab and professional talent with a strong focus on healthcare and life sciences. The company supports clients with reliable staffing, program expertise and a commitment to quality, speed and consistent delivery.
Benefits of working with ApTask Global Workforce include: - Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
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ApTask Global Workforce is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.
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