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EVERSANA

Senior Project Manager

EVERSANA, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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THE POSITION The Senior Project Manager (SPM) plays a pivotal role in leading the internal day-to-day operations and delivery for a set of strategic creative and medium-to-high complexity tactical projects from inception to completion within a brand or multiple brands. The SPM has expert-level project management skills which allow them to lead any type of project or program with limited supervision and is considered the primary internal nucleus for their projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Our employees are tasked with delivering excellent business results through the efforts of their teams. These results are achieved by :

Full lifecycle delivery and management of complex technical strategic and creative projects

Develops and actively manages project timelines estimates risk registers communication plans burn reports and change logs with minimal oversight

Leads the estimation process and provides project budget and staff plan parameters with minimal supervision

Leads the project timeline creation process in close partnership with internal and external stakeholders with minimal supervision

Leads project kickoffs and status meetings

Creates and / or reviews and distributes meeting recaps; oversees and evolves Project Managers (PM) and Project Coordinators (PC) in their ability to write actionable recaps

In partnership with AD and GPD develops financial forecasts for proactive financial management

In partnership with AD Finance and Account facilitates monthly billing analysis and action

In partnership with Account Services AD and GPD assists with the development of annual and project-based SOWs

In partnership with ADs and GPD provides input to program Gantt Charts

In partnership with Account Services AD and GPD assists with change order creation and management

Actively works with project stakeholders to identify evaluate log communicate and mitigate project-level risks

Works closely with Project Management Office (PMO) leadership to identify and mitigate program-level risks

Identifies project staff needs and works with resource managers and PCs to ensure accuracy and updates of resource plans

Resolves conflicts including scope schedule resources budget quality and communication with minimal oversight

Ensures all project artifacts (FRD BRD etc.) are properly stored within enterprise systems (Workfront TFS etc.)

Accountable for application of Intouch delivery processes and PMO standards across their projects

Actively mentors and supports training efforts for Project Managers and Project Coordinators

Acts as first touchpoint of escalation for Project Managers and PCs

Keeps direct manager informed; asks for help when needed; knows when to escalate issues / concerns to leadership; brings solutions

Participates in candidate interviews as needed

Effectively senses team morale and understands how to address issues

modeling inclusive behaviors and proactively managing bias.

All other duties as assigned

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by an employee with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. If reasonable accommodation is needed to perform the essential functions of your job position please contact Human Resources.

EXPECTATIONS OF THE JOB

Travel : Less than 10%. Some travel may be required for in-person team or client meetings.

Hours : 40 hours Monday-Friday.

Some teams collaborate once per week in-office if located near an EVERSANA INTOUCH location

The above list reflects the general details necessary to describe the expectations of the position and shall not be construed as the only expectations that may be assigned for the position.

An individual in this position must be able to successfully perform the expectations listed above.

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES The requirements listed below are representative of the experience education knowledge skill and / or abilities required.

Bachelors degree or equivalent education plus professional experience required

Three to five years of experience in a PMO role

Pharmaceutical or advertising experience preferred (AOR or DAOR)

Advanced understanding and applications of PMO standards and processes

Experience leading the delivery of complex technology strategy and creative based projects

Ability to develop a creative strategic or technical heavy project plan

Ability to tailor and flex process to provide solutions to proactively facilitate a project

Experience leading a wide range of different functional groups and project teams

Comprehension of project forecasting and reforecasting throughout lifecycle of project

Expert project and program burn analysis and remediation

Excellent scope and change management tracking and adherence

Comfortable with client-facing communication

Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with the ability to anticipate assess and mitigate risk

Ability to build trust negotiate and influence decision-making with Account SMEs Clients Partner Agencies and third-party vendors

Strong sense of ownership and accountability

Strong decision-making and implementation especially when faced with uncertainty

Experience working with Project Management Information Systems such as Workfront Workfront Proof Smartsheet MS Project

Strong understanding of Microsoft Office Suite specifically Excel

Launch experience a plus

PHYSICAL / MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING ENVIRONMENT The physical and mental requirements along with the work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an individual encounters while performing the essential functions of this position.

Office : While performing the essential functions of this job the employee is frequently required to reach grasp stand and / or sit for long periods of time (up to 90% of the shift) walk talk and hear; occasionally required to lift and / or move up to 25 pounds. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderately quiet with frequent interruptions and multiple demands.

Additional Information OUR CULTURAL BELIEFS :

Patient Minded I act with the patients best interest in mind.

Client Delight I own every client experience and its impact on results.

Take Action I am empowered and empower others to act now.

Grow Talent I own my development and invest in the development of others.

Win Together I passionately connect with anyone anywhere anytime to achieve results.

Communication Matters I speak up to create transparent thoughtful and timely dialogue.

Embrace Diversity I create an environment of awareness and respect.

Always Innovate I am bold and creative in everything I do.

EVERSANA is committed to providing competitive salaries and benefits for all employees. The anticipated base salary range for this position is $76000.00 to $113000.00 and is not applicable to locations outside of the U.S. The base salary range represents the low and high end of the salary range for this position. Compensation will be determined based on relevant experience other job-related qualifications / skills and geographic location (to account for comparative cost of living). More information about EVERSANA's benefits package can be found at EVERSANA reserves the right to modify this base salary range and benefits at any time.

Our team is aware of recent fraudulent job offers in the market misrepresenting EVERSANA. Recruitment fraud is a sophisticated scam commonly perpetrated through online services using fake websites unsolicited e-mails or even text messages claiming to be a legitimate company. Some of these scams request personal information and even payment for training or job application fees. Please know EVERSANA would never require personal information nor payment of any kind during the employment process. We respect the personal rights of all candidates looking to explore careers at EVERSANA.

From EVERSANAs inception Diversity Equity & Inclusion have always been key to our success. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and our employees are people with different strengths experiences and backgrounds who share a passion for improving the lives of patients and leading innovation within the healthcare industry. Diversity not only includes race and gender identity but also age disability status veteran status sexual orientation religion and many other parts of ones identity. All of our employees points of view are key to our success and inclusion is everyones responsibility.

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws it is the policy of EVERSANA to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or candidate with a disability unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship for EVERSANA. The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodations applies to all aspects of the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the interview and hiring process please contact us at .

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Remote Work : Yes

Employment Type : Full-time

Key Skills Business Development,Project Management Methodology,Project / Program Management,PMBOK,Waterfall,Wastewater,Construction Management,Project Management,Project Management Software,Microsoft Project,Budgeting,Contracts

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1

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