Project Director 1 in Reading

ICON plc is a world-leading healthcare intelligence and clinical research organization. We’re proud to foster an inclusive environment driving innovation and excellence, and we welcome you to join us on our mission to shape the future of clinical development.

As a Senior Project Manager at ICON, you will lead and manage complex projects and programs across various departments in Early Development Oncology, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

What You Will Do:

• You will oversee site resourcing and workforce planning workstreams, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.
• Leading the planning, execution, and delivery of complex programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic priorities.
• Coordinating cross-functional teams, including project managers, technical leads, and other stakeholders, to ensure seamless execution of program activities.
• Developing and managing program plans, timelines, budgets, and resources, monitoring progress and addressing any issues that may impact program success.
• Communicating program status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, providing regular updates and ensuring transparency throughout the program lifecycle.
• Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing best practices to enhance program efficiency, quality, and outcomes.

Your Profile:

• You will have solid Early Phase Oncology experience as a Senior Global Project Manager, with the ability to deliver projects globally and lead Matrix cross-functional teams as well as vendor management oversight.
• Bachelor's degree in business, project management, engineering, or a related field.
• A PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.
• Extensive experience in program management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale projects.
• Wealth of experience working within a Pharmaceutical and CRO setting as a Senior Global Clinical Project Manager.
• Strong Early Phase Oncology experience on a Global Project manager level.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with experience in risk management, budgeting, and resource allocation.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Willingness to travel as required (approximately 25%).

What ICON can offer you:

Our success depends on the quality of our people. That’s why we’ve made it a priority to build a diverse culture that rewards high performance and nurtures talent. In addition to your competitive salary, ICON offers a range of additional benefits focused on well-being and work-life balance for you and your family.

• Various annual leave entitlements.
• Health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
• Competitive retirement planning offerings.
• Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, providing 24-hour access to a global network of professionals supporting well-being.
• Life assurance.
• Flexible country-specific optional benefits, such as childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidised travel passes, health assessments, among others.

Equal Employment Opportunity

At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible environment for all candidates. ICON is committed to providing a workplace free of discrimination and harassment. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.