Primary Talent Partners has a new 6 month contract Project Manager openping with a biopharmaceutical client operating out of New Brunswick, NJ. Potential for contract renewal or direct-hire opportunities are dependent upon performance and company budget.
Please note: We are unable to support C2C, CPT, F1 and/or STEM-extension OPTs, or candidates requiring employer-sponsorship at this time.
Pay: $90 - $96/hr; W2 contract, no PTO, no Benefits. ACA-compliant supplemental package available for enrollment.
Schedule: Mon - Fri standard business hours; 40-hour work week
Description: We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and deliver digital capability (DC) projects within a Business Unit or functional group. This individual will oversee the execution of small to medium-sized initiatives that support strategic digital goals, delivering incremental value through agile project methodologies.
Key Responsibilities: - Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver business value aligned with digital capability objectives.
- Manage project planning, execution, and delivery for assigned initiatives within the DC portfolio.
- Identify project dependencies, evaluate risks, and communicate updates to stakeholders and management.
- Ensure all deliverables, schedules, and budgets align with organizational standards and best practices.
- Monitor and report on project performance, financial health, and milestone achievement.
- Proactively address roadblocks and engage teams to maintain project momentum.
- Coordinate resource planning and allocation across enterprise teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
- Manage 1-2 external vendors, ensuring they meet execution milestones and stay within budget.
- Maintain comprehensive project documentation and deliver timely status reports to sponsors.
- Support corrective action planning for at-risk or challenged projects.
- Co-lead the setup of project management governance structures with IT Business Partners (ITBPs) and Digital Capability Managers (DCMs).
- Apply and promote project management best practices including Agile, SDLC, and PMF frameworks.
- Assist with financial oversight, vendor coordination, and procurement processes.
- Collaborate on business case development, applying insights and experience to improve project forecasting and ROI.
Requirements: - Proven experience managing small to medium-sized digital or IT projects.
- Strong understanding of Agile, SDLC, and other project management methodologies.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to manage budgets, schedules, and vendor relationships effectively.
- Familiarity with governance frameworks and enterprise IT environments.
Primary Talent Partners is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer committed to diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, gender identity, or any other factor protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.
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