Senior Director, Project Management - Oncology
Company: ICON Clinical Research
Location: Des Moines
Posted on: January 27, 2023
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Job Description:
At ICON, its our people that set us apart. Our diverse teams
enable us to become a better partner to our customers and help us
to fulfil our mission to advance and improve patients lives.Our Own
It culture is driven by four key values that bring us together as
individuals and set us apart as an organisation: Accountability &
Delivery, Collaboration, Partnership and Integrity. We want to be
the Clinical Research Organisation that delivers excellence to our
clients and to patients at every touch-point. In short, to be the
partner of choice in drug development.Thats our vision. Were driven
by it. And we need talented people who share it.If youre as driven
as we are, join us. Youll be working in a dynamic and supportive
environment, with some of the brightest and the friendliest people
in the sector, and youll be helping shape an industry.Senior
Director, Project Management - Oncology - USRecognize, exemplify
and adhere to ICON's values, which centers on our commitment to
People, Clients and Performance. The Senior Director is expected to
recognize the importance of and create a culture of process
improvement with a focus on streamlining our processes adding value
to our business and meeting client needs. Travel (approximately
30%) domestic and/or international Line-manage and ensure
collaboration within a team of Directors and Project Managers in
the planning, execution and governance of projects/portfolios in
oncology Manage the resources to ensure that established cost,
time, and quality goals are met Manage development; provide
direction and support, and mentor PMs/PDs and/or their managers as
needed Provide technical support and guidance (including scope
definition, risk identification and mitigation, resource planning,
goals and deliverables) to assigned PM staff Plan capacity across
new/existing PM/PD resources and secure needed resources whilst
optimising staff utilisation/recovery Keeps Global VP, PM, business
sponsors, business-unit leadership and all stake-holders regularly
informed of project/program progress, risks and issues through
periodic reporting Ensure all necessary training is provided to
assigned staff to improve their job performance and knowledge In
conjunction with colleagues and senior management, responsible for
setting agenda and developing training philosophy for ICON PM
Group, including successful execution throughout the team Ensure
team alignment with cross-functional leadership goals and company
initiatives Measure and report PM KPls and lead continuous
improvement Contribute to the ICON PMO model built on strong
teamwork, frequent and transparent inter and intra divisional
communication, continuous process improvement, metrics management
and global team harmonization Act as the key client contact for
designated clinical projects/programs, and develop successful
relationships with clients to drive increased volume of business.
This includes active participation in client operations committee
or executive committees as necessary. Demonstrate understanding of
drug development including planning and delivery for a product
(drug asset) through multiple phases of development. Other duties
as assignedBenefits of Working in ICON:Our success depends on the
quality of our people. Thats why weve made it a priority to build a
culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent.We offer
very competitive salary packages. And to keep them competitive, we
regularly benchmark them against our competitors. Our annual
bonuses reflect delivery of performance goals both ours and
yours.We also provide a range of health-related benefits to
employees and their families and offer competitive retirement plans
and related benefits such as life assurance so you can save and
plan with confidence for the years ahead.But beyond the competitive
salaries and comprehensive benefits, youll benefit from an
environment where you are encouraged to fulfil your sense of
purpose and drive lasting change.ICON is an equal opportunity and
inclusive employer and is committed to providing a workplace free
of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will
receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race,
color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national
origin, disability or protected veteran status.If, because of a
medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable
accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order
to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us
know through the form below.
Keywords: ICON Clinical Research, Des Moines , Senior Director, Project Management - Oncology, Executive , Des Moines, Iowa
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