Principal Project Manager in Portsmouth

We are a leading provider of pharmacovigilance analytics software for the pharmaceutical industry, delivering innovative, data-driven solutions that help clients enhance drug safety, regulatory compliance, and operational efficiency. We are seeking a Consulting Technology Project Manager to manage client implementation projects for our Pharmacovigilance SaaS solutions. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic client-facing services professional with extensive project management experience in the life science technology domain. This is a strategic role requiring deep project management expertise, pharmaceutical domain knowledge, and excellent leadership skills. This role is ideal for a highly experienced, strategic thinker with deep domain expertise in software delivery for the pharmaceutical industry—particularly in the areas of pharmacovigilance, safety, and regulatory technology.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end project management of client software implementations, upgrades, and integrations.
• Develop and manage project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource demand, and author project initiation documents.
• Coordinate cross-functional, global teams to ensure successful project delivery.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for senior client stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and strong relationship management.
• Ensure the accuracy, reliability, and performance of all project deliverables.
• Monitor project progress and performance, identifying and mitigating risks and issues as they arise.
• Facilitate regular project status meetings and provide updates to stakeholders.
• Actively manage project scope and costs, ensuring any changes are documented and approved through formal change control processes.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project initiation documents, risk management plans, and post-project reviews.
• Ensure all projects comply with industry regulations, particularly those related to pharmacovigilance and data privacy (e.g. GxP, GDPR).
• Coordinate and manage interactions with third-party vendors, consultants, and partners to ensure successful delivery and integration of external components or services.
• Support continuous improvement of project management processes, tools, and best practices within the organization.
• Mentor and guide junior project managers and team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

Essential Experience and Qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Project Management, or a related field.
• 8+ years of experience in project management, with at least 5 years in a senior or lead role delivering software solutions to pharmaceutical or life sciences clients.
• Proven experience managing pharmacovigilance, clinical, or regulatory technology projects.
• Knowledge of pharmacovigilance workflows and regulatory standards (e.g., ICH E2E, GVP Modules, FDA, EMA).
• Expertise in project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Scrum, Waterfall).
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Jira, SmartSheet).

Preferred Experience and Qualifications:

• Familiarity with signal detection, case management, and safety databases (e.g., Argus, ARISg).
• Familiarity with cloud-based solutions and big data technologies.
• Technical background with experience in software development or IT infrastructure.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry standards for technology solutions.
• Certification in project management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary.
• Opportunity to work with a dynamic and innovative team and world-class clients.
• Professional development and growth opportunities.
• A collaborative and inclusive work environment.
• Work from home with limited travel.