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C&Q Validation Manager / Senior Manager - Project Farma
Greenville, NC, Huntsville, AL, Raleigh, NC
This is a full-time salaried position withProject Farma,a PerkinElmer company. The successful candidate willresidein one of Project Farma's primary markets and be willing to travel domesticallyto meet client project requests.
Project Farma’s purpose is toimprove patient lives by acceleratingthe delivery of life-changingtherapiesWeaccomplishthisthrough thesuccessful execution of high-quality life sciences projects across the full project lifecycle. Project Farma (PF) teammemberscollaboratewith cross-functional teams to build trusted client relationships, deliveran exceptionalcustomer experience, andcontributeto business growth byidentifyingopportunities and applying data-driven insights to support project planning, cost, schedule, and performance management.
This role contributes to organizational success by supporting financial performance, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement, while also investing in people through mentorship, knowledge sharing, and professional development.
All team members are expected to embody Project Farma’s values by being curious, personable, and unselfish, whilemaintaininga strong commitment to a Patient Focused and People First mindset
The Validation -Manager/Senior Manageris responsible forleading teams and overseeing the execution of work aligned to project, client, and businessobjectives This role balancespeopleleadership with operational accountability, including coaching, performance management, resource planning, and ensuring high-quality delivery within defined scope, timelines, and budget. At more senior levels, this role provides experienced leadership and operational oversight across multiple projects or functional areas, with accountability for team performance, talent development, and consistent execution of business priorities, while partnering with senior leaders to drive continuous improvement, scalability, and organizational effectiveness.
Key Responsibilities
Site Strategy
Develop and own the site strategy to position the firm as a leader in CQV services
Create a strategic roadmap to drive site growth and align with firm objectives
Proactivelyidentifyclient needsto foster site expansion
Build andmaintainstrong relationships with key stakeholders (e.g., client executives, decision-makers) to secure long-term partnerships
Business Growth & Development
Drive site-level business expansion and development with a strategic focus to expand services and opportunities
Work with Project Leads tomaintaindashboards and pursue expansion opportunities
Own project extensions, proposal generation, and provide critical input into site RFPs
Activelyparticipatein industry events to build a local network and collaborate with the Market Director to expand client portfolios and secure high-value contracts
Monitor and achieve operational KPIs and targets
Analyzeproject performance metrics to ensure operational health andidentifystrategic opportunities for scaling.
Lead, oversee, and execute client project initiatives allowing for the identification of new and added services for the mutual benefit of the client and organization
Support, review, and analyze Business Development, Project Delivery and Team Member activities
Support in the development, implementation, and execution of strategic plans to meet the Project Farma business development and growth targets
CollaborateacrossProject Farma practice teams to develop solutions for joint business opportunities that meet business and client objectives
Monitor and manage budgets and planning needs to meet the necessary project requirements
Support the maintenance of new and existing client accounts, focusing on project delivery and actively seeking account growth
Work with clients’business/technical leadership tofacilitateworkflow development, project scope development and risk assessment, issue resolution and work forecasting and planning
Provide direction and innovation in service and/or process improvement, costreductionand recommendations for business process optimization
Remain current with the latest trends in the biomanufacturing industry and implement strategies thatleveragechanges in the marketplace into new business opportunities
Attend and represent Project Farma at ISPE or other networking events
Leadership &Talent Development
Oversee the career development and performance of the entire site team
Coach, mentor, and develop teamleadsto prepare them for leadership roles
Mentor, train, and coach team members in client engagement, relationship management, and leadership
D evelop andmaintainsuccession plans for team or project leads
Partner with Market Directors to share best practices across sites
Lead a high-performing team, fostering accountability, excellence, and collaboration, while setting performance goals and enhancing retention
Manage teams at various client sites/locations to ensure consistency of technical services, compliant with client and Project Farma processes and standards
Collaborativelyidentifyand implement employee performance and development plans to meet individual development and organizational growth goals
Direct and manage teams executing projects within the Project Farma practice areas with overall responsibility for technical solutions, cost, quality, and client satisfaction
Strategically assign team members to accounts for mutual benefit andidentifyTeam Member succession planning to maximize the readiness of future leaders
Lead initiatives and projects by ensuring Team Members understand team and individual goals and responsibilities, managing priorities and ensuringtimelyand high-quality completion of work
Subject Matter Expert who provides technical direction, training, careerdevelopmentand performance assessments to ensurehigh qualitydelivery
IdentifyProfessional Development opportunities for Team Members to develop their skills
Build andmaintainhigh performing teams ensuring successful account management and growth
Strategicallyidentifytalent needs and follow through with support of the recruitment and talent acquisition process
Resource Management
Drive resourcing decisions for the site and collaborate with the Market Directors to ensureoptimalstaffing
Consult with the Market Director to forecast future resource needs andmaintaina forward-looking resource plan
Proactively manage resourceutilizationand team mix to ensure high-quality project delivery within budget
Support project direction and strategy based on client vision and expected outcomes throughout the entire project delivery life cycle without oversight
Support andidentifyresource planning, anddefine projectobjectivesand requirements necessary to structure a project or activity
Analyze,identifytrends, and ensure performance ofprojectmanagement tools;managingburn rates; need for new proposals and proactively communicateprojectperformanceProactivelyidentifyand ensure success through earned value analysis for clients and maximizing performance for Project Farma
Drive efficiency through team memberutilizationand support cross-account / cross-region allocations
Technical Delivery
Oversee technical delivery for site or market projects, ensuring high-quality outcomes
Ensureappropriate staffingto meet project requirements and client expectations
Build dependence as a technical SME to the client and serve as an escalation point for technical issues
Ensure delivery of high-quality GMP Engineering services that meet client specifications and regulatory standards
Own and delegate project execution, ensuring timelines and budgets are met
Continually develop technical aptitude of Project Farma’s core services within the life science space
May be requested toassistwith Project Controls and Scheduling to include, Budget estimates, Detailed project schedules and milestones, Feasibility estimates, risks, forecasts and scenario analysis, and Project cost reports and trend analysis
Operational Performance & Billability
Maintain 100% individual billability while ensuring the site or market team achieves forecast hours&targets
Ensure team performance aligns to billable hours in support of operational goals
Attributes for Success
Technical Delivery Applies advanced technical knowledge and professionalexpertise
Innovation & Continuous Improvement Seeks better ways, adapts to change and championsnew ideas
Customer Focus & ProfessionalismRepresentsPF with consistent professionalism,appropriate escalationand respect for internal stakeholders, even during high stress delivery situations
Integrity & HumilityDemonstratesself-awareness and puts PF mission above ego
Collaboration & Communication Communicates clearly and proactively and drives transparent alignment with clients.
Project Execution Delivers reliably, managesprioritiesand drives forhigh qualityoutcomes
Growth Mindset Shows openness tonew ideas,feedbackand change
Experience Required
Bachelor’s Degree (and/or Masters) in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline (OR a combination of equivalent experience in CQV engineering, cGMP facility start-up, projectmanagementand/or comparable military experience)
7-13years’ advanced therapy, life science, pharmaceutical, or biotech experience
Willingness to travel asrequiredfor client project assignments.
4years minimum managing high-performing teams
2years minimum business development, lead generation, or sales experience
Willingness to travel asrequiredfor client project assignments.
OtherRequired
Project Farmais committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
Applicants mustbe authorized towork in the United States on a full-time basis. We will not sponsor applicants for current or future work visas for this position. This position may require significant travel to support project and business needs. We cannot employ anyone with an invalid driver's license.
PerkinElmer is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability status, age, or veteran status or any other characteristics protected by applicable law. PerkinElmer is committed to a culturally diverse workforce.
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