Senior Project Manager

Location: College Station
Posted on: June 23, 2025

Job Description:

The work we do at FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies Texas has never been more important—and we are looking for passionate, mission-driven people like you who want to make a real difference in people’s lives. From developing the next vaccine to advancing cell and gene therapies, we collaborate with industry leaders to tackle complex challenges and deliver meaningful solutions. If you’re ready to help transform the future of medicine, join FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies. We offer a flexible work environment and we’re proud to cultivate a culture that will fuel your passion, energy, and drive—what we call Genki. Our state-of-the-art biomanufacturing facility is located in in College Station, Texas, which combines a small-town feel with vibrant culture, top-notch schools, and close proximity to big city life. Nestled between major hubs, it’s a dynamic location that blends convenience with innovation. Essential Functions: • Lead the planning, execution, and closure of complex and high-value projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. • Develop and implement project plans, including defining project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timelines. • Coordinate and manage project teams, promoting effective communication and collaboration across departments. • Identify and analyze project risks, implementing strategies to mitigate and manage them effectively. • Liaise with stakeholders to capture requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment with project objectives. • Monitor and report on project progress, financials, and key performance indicators, ensuring transparency and accountability. • Utilize project management methodologies including Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and Sprint, with the ability to adapt and apply the appropriate approach based on project requirements and business needs. • Implement technology transformation initiatives, including digital transformation projects and change management strategies. • Mentor and coach Project Managers and Project Coordinators. • Ad hoc or any other task, role, responsibility as directed by Director or Associate Director, PMO. Required Skills & Abilities: • cGMP experience and working knowledge of CDMO or biopharmaceutical operations • Experience of financial acumen and technical writing. • Competent in advanced computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, LIMS) and enterprise systems. • Working knowledge of process improvement and quality management systems (e.g., SOPs, Change Control). • Preferred Project Management Competencies: • Communication Skills and Stakeholder Engagement: Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with team members and stakeholders. Capable of clearly conveying information and supporting decision-making processes. Able to build positive relationships that contribute to team success. • Financial Understanding and Resource Use: Basic understanding of financial management principles. Experience with budget tracking and resource allocation in small-scale projects, aiming to align budgets with project goals for efficient execution. • Strong Strategic Planning: Experience with assisting in strategic planning and implementation processes. Ability to set achievable project goals and track progress using performance metrics to meet business objectives. • Demonstrated capabilities of Project Management Methodologies: Well versed with various project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall. Ability to apply these methods in project settings to improve outcomes and adapt to changing needs. • Experience with Project Management Tools: Exposure to project management software for planning and tracking small to medium-sized projects. Learning to utilize these tools for effective oversight and execution. • Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Develop analytical skills to navigate project challenges. Able to contribute ideas for problem resolution and support strategic decision-making. • Change Management Deployment: Apply change management practices and assisting in the adoption of new methodologies and technologies. Understanding of change management principles, strategies, and tools. Ability to manage resistance and drive adoption and sustainment of change. Familiarity with training and development strategies to support change initiatives. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: • Travel up to 25% of the time • Experience prolonged sitting with some walking, bending, stooping and stretching. • Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is required. • Have a normal range of vision. • Full-Time on-site attendance is mandatory. Minimum Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree in in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or Bio-Medical Sciences or a related field with 8 years of relevant experience; OR • Associate degree in in Business Administration, Project Management, Engineering, or Bio-Medical Sciences or a related field with 9 years of relevant experience; OR • High School diploma or GED and 10 years of relevant experience. • At least 5 years of experience managing project teams, preferably within a biopharmaceutical environment. Essential Functions: • Lead the planning, execution, and closure of complex and high-value projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. • Develop and implement project plans, including defining project scope, goals, deliverables, resources, and timelines. • Coordinate and manage project teams, promoting effective communication and collaboration across departments. • Identify and analyze project risks, implementing strategies to mitigate and manage them effectively. • Liaise with stakeholders to capture requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment with project objectives. • Monitor and report on project progress, financials, and key performance indicators, ensuring transparency and accountability. • Utilize project management methodologies including Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, and Sprint, with the ability to adapt and apply the appropriate approach based on project requirements and business needs. • Implement technology transformation initiatives, including digital transformation projects and change management strategies. • Mentor and coach Project Managers and Project Coordinators. • Ad hoc or any other task, role, responsibility as directed by Director or Associate Director, PMO. Required Skills & Abilities: • cGMP experience and working knowledge of CDMO or biopharmaceutical operations • Experience of financial acumen and technical writing. • Competent in advanced computer applications (e.g., Word, Excel, LIMS) and enterprise systems. • Working knowledge of process improvement and quality management systems (e.g., SOPs, Change Control). • Preferred Project Management Competencies: • Communication Skills and Stakeholder Engagement: Good communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact with team members and stakeholders. Capable of clearly conveying information and supporting decision-making processes. Able to build positive relationships that contribute to team success. • Financial Understanding and Resource Use: Basic understanding of financial management principles. Experience with budget tracking and resource allocation in small-scale projects, aiming to align budgets with project goals for efficient execution. • Strong Strategic Planning: Experience with assisting in strategic planning and implementation processes. Ability to set achievable project goals and track progress using performance metrics to meet business objectives. • Demonstrated capabilities of Project Management Methodologies: Well versed with various project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall. Ability to apply these methods in project settings to improve outcomes and adapt to changing needs. • Experience with Project Management Tools: Exposure to project management software for planning and tracking small to medium-sized projects. Learning to utilize these tools for effective oversight and execution. • Problem-Solving and Decision-Making: Develop analytical skills to navigate project challenges. Able to contribute ideas for problem resolution and support strategic decision-making. • Change Management Deployment: Apply change management practices and assisting in the adoption of new methodologies and technologies. Understanding of change management principles, strategies, and tools. Ability to manage resistance and drive adoption and sustainment of change. Familiarity with training and development strategies to support change initiatives. Working Conditions & Physical Requirements: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to: • Travel up to 25% of the time • Experience prolonged sitting with some walking, bending, stooping and stretching. • Use hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity sufficient to operate a keyboard, photocopier, telephone, calculator, and other office equipment is required. • Have a normal range of vision. • Full-Time on-site attendance is mandatory.

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