Senior Project Manager (10-Month Contract)

Your new company
Opportunity to join a globally recognised biopharmaceutical organisation within Speciality Diagnostics, experiencing innovation-driven growth and expanding product demand.
Operating within a highly regulated IVD and medical diagnostics environment, committed to delivering high-quality, compliant products to global markets while investing heavily in business transformation, operational excellence, and scalable manufacturing capabilities.An exciting time to join, with multiple strategic initiatives underway aimed at enhancing processes, improving efficiency, and supporting long-term global growth.
Your new role
As a Senior Project Manager, you will play a pivotal role in leading complex, cross-functional projects focused on business transformation, change control, and product life cycle optimisation.
Working closely with senior leadership and key stakeholders across Quality, Regulatory, Manufacturing, Engineering, and Commercial teams, you will:

Lead end-to-end delivery of high-value, complex programmes across multiple functions and geographies
Drive business transformation initiatives, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and organisational priorities
Oversee project planning, scheduling, and execution, including development of detailed Gantt charts, resource planning, and critical path analysis.
Manage validation-related deliverables, including risk assessments, validation plans, and supporting GMP/IVD requirements
Identify and mitigate project risks, developing robust contingency plans to ensure delivery timelines are maintained
Take ownership of project governance, including tracking KPIs, budgets, and stakeholder communications
Act as the central point of contact for all project-related activities, ensuring clear communication across cross-functional teams.
Contribute to the development and standardisation of project management best practices across the organisation
Support and mentor project teams, helping to drive high performance and continuous improvement.A highly visible role with direct input into strategic decision-making and transformation initiatives, offering the opportunity to influence both operational and organisational direction.
What you'll need to succeed
To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong combination of technical expertise, strategic thinking, and leadership capability, including:

Experience in senior project management roles within regulated environments
Track record of delivering end-to-end complex, cross-functional projects
Strong understanding of GMP, FDA, and IVD regulatory frameworks
Experience working within manufacturing and/or product development environmentsTechnical & Functional Expertise

Strong capability in project planning and execution and critical path management
Experience managing validation activities, risk assessments, and quality documentation
Proven skills in risk management, issue resolution, and change control processes
Proficiency with project management tools (e.g. MS Project)Leadership & Behavioural Skills

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.
Ability to drive alignment across diverse teams and manage competing priorities
Strong problem-solving capability with a proactive and structured approach
Experience contributing to business transformation or operational improvement initiatives
High level of organisation, attention to detail, and ability to manage multiple work streams simultaneouslyPreferred (Not Essential)

Advanced degree (M.Sc.or similar)
PMP or equivalent project management certification
Previous experience within the IVD or diagnostics sector.What you'll get in return

Competitive hourly rate
Exposure to high-impact, strategic transformation projects
Opportunity to work within a collaborative, innovation-driven environment
Hybrid working arrangementsWhat you need to do now
Please note, this role does not offer sponsorship. Candidates must have the full right to work in the UK for the duration of the contract.
If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion about your career