Executive Director, Project Management
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Executive Director, Project Management - Remote, US
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
As an Executive Director, Project Management at ICON, you will provide strategic leadership and direction to our project management teams, driving excellence in project planning, execution, and oversight within the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries.
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About the role
Executive Director, Project Management - Remote, US
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
As an Executive Director, Project Management at ICON, you will provide strategic leadership and direction to our project management teams, driving excellence in project planning, execution, and oversight within the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries.
What You Will Do
- You will set the strategic direction for project and programme management at ICON, driving performance, innovation, and growth across the function. Key responsibilities include:
- Lead and oversee the execution of multiple clinical trial projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards
- Provide strategic direction and guidance to project teams, fostering collaboration and alignment towards project objectives
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams to identify and mitigate risks, ensuring successful project outcomes
- Act as a key point of contact for clients, maintaining strong relationships and addressing any project-related concerns or inquiries
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance project management processes and optimize operational efficiency
Your Profile
To succeed in this role, you will have an established track record in project and programme management, combining strategic vision with operational excellence. Required qualifications and experience:
Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
Extensive experience in project management within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or clinical research industry
Strong understanding of clinical trial operations, project management methodologies, and regulatory requirements
Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across teams and influence stakeholders at all levels
Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects, delivering results, and exceeding client expectations
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. Our benefits are designed to be competitive within each country and are focused on well-being and work life balance opportunities for you and your family.
Our benefits examples include:
Various annual leave entitlements
A range of health insurance offerings to suit you and your family’s needs.
Competitive retirement planning offerings to maximize savings and plan with confidence for the years ahead.
Global Employee Assistance Programme, LifeWorks, offering 24-hour access to a global network of over 80,000 independent specialized professionals who are there to support you and your family’s well-being.
Life assurance
Flexible country-specific optional benefits, including childcare vouchers, bike purchase schemes, discounted gym memberships, subsidized travel passes, health assessments, among others.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
At ICON, inclusion & belonging are fundamental to our culture and values. We’re dedicated 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, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application process, or in order to perform the essential functions of a position, please let us know or submit a request here
Interested in the role, but unsure if you meet all of the requirements? We would encourage you to apply regardless – there’s every chance you’re exactly what we’re looking for here at ICON whether it is for this or other roles.
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Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in life sciences, business administration, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
- Extensive experience in project management within the pharmaceutical, biotech, or clinical research industry
- Strong understanding of clinical trial operations, project management methodologies, and regulatory requirements
- Excellent leadership and communication skills with the ability to effectively collaborate across teams and influence stakeholders at all levels
- Proven track record of successfully managing complex projects, delivering results, and exceeding client expectations
About ICON plc
ICON is a publicly traded Irish clinical research organization serving pharmaceutical, biotechnology, medical-device, and public-health organizations.
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