Job Summary We are seeking a Project Manager for a 12-month contract to join our pharmaceutical client's PMO function. This role will oversee a centralised project portfolio spanning multiple departments. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing timelines, resources, and risks while ensuring alignment with business objectives. Key Responsibilities: Develop and maintain integrated project schedules, ensuring alignment with business leads and sponsors. Manage project scope, time, cost, and resource allocation. Identify and track critical project milestones and deliverables. Oversee project changes through Project Change Requests (PCRs). Ensure standard project and change management tools are utilized effectively. Coordinate resources, update Smartsheet allocations, and address resource challenges. Conduct regular meetings with project teams and stakeholders to monitor progress. Identify and mitigate project risks in collaboration with teams. Lead governance meetings and provide updates to sponsors and business leads. Organise and facilitate project stage gate review meetings. Knowledge, Experience and Skills: Level 8 degree in relevant Engineering, Science or business discipline Experience in pharmaceutical operations/GMP environment 5 years + Proven project management experience Experience with Smartsheet Project Management application is preferred Experience in operational excellence and business process improvements Strong leadership and influencing capabilities Demonstrates excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills Ability to act on own initiative Skills: Project Management Programme Management CAPEX Capital Projects