Senior Project Manager in Canada Creek, Nova Scotia at Jobgether
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Job Description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Project Manager based in Canada.
This role sits at the heart of complex clinical research delivery, where you will lead cross-functional teams to ensure the successful execution of global clinical studies from initiation through closeout. You will act as a key point of contact between clients and internal teams, ensuring alignment on timelines, budgets, and regulatory requirements. The position requires strong leadership in managing interdisciplinary stakeholders within a highly regulated life sciences environment. You will oversee study performance, risk management, and operational excellence while maintaining strict compliance standards such as GCP and SOPs. In this role, you will also contribute to client relationship building and support future business growth opportunities. It is a high-impact position where precision, accountability, and collaboration directly influence the success of critical healthcare innovations.
- Lead end-to-end project management of clinical research studies, ensuring delivery against scope, timelines, quality standards, and budget requirements.
- Serve as the primary liaison between clients and internal teams, coordinating communication and ensuring alignment across all study phases.
- Oversee cross-functional study teams and external partners, managing deliverables and proactively addressing risks, issues, and dependencies.
- Ensure full compliance with GCP guidelines, SOPs, and applicable regulatory requirements throughout study execution.
- Maintain oversight of financial performance, project forecasting, and budget control for assigned studies.
- Drive development of project plans, risk mitigation strategies, and contingency planning to ensure operational success.
- Prepare governance materials, client reports, and presentations, while ensuring study documentation and systems are inspection-ready.
- Bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences, Healthcare, Pharmacy, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- Several years of experience in clinical project management within a CRO, pharmaceutical, or clinical research environment.
- Strong knowledge of clinical trial processes, GCP regulations, and regulatory compliance requirements.
- Proven ability to manage complex, multi-site, global clinical studies with cross-functional teams.
- Strong financial acumen with experience managing project budgets, forecasts, and profitability.
- Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills, including client-facing experience.
- Ability to manage risk, resolve operational challenges, and maintain high attention to detail in a regulated environment.
- Proficiency with clinical trial management systems and project tracking tools is an asset.
- Competitive compensation aligned with experience and market standards.
- Fully remote work flexibility (Canada-based, pre-approved remote regions).
- Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage.
- Paid time off, holidays, and flexible work arrangements.
- Career development opportunities in a global life sciences environment.
- Exposure to large-scale, international clinical research programs.
- Inclusive and collaborative culture focused on professional growth and impact in healthcare innovation.