Senior Project Manager, Portfolio Delivery

CSL's R&D organization is accelerating innovation to deliver greater impact for patients. With a project-led structure and a focus on collaboration, we're building a future-ready team that thrives in dynamic biotech ecosystems. Joining CSL now means being part of an agile team committed to developing therapies that make a meaningful difference worldwide.

Position Description Summary

Responsible for leading the successful operational delivery of global, cross-functional R&D projects of strategic importance to CSL's product portfolio.

Main Responsibilities & Accountabilities

• Work closely with project leader to define strategy and operational tactics
  
• Responsible for the preparation and management of project budgets, sensitivities, resources, project timelines, project scope and all other project documentation
  
• Accountable for the accuracy and quality of reports to senior stakeholders
  
• Lead cross functional development teams through tactical execution of project plans
  
• Identify, manage and resolve project issues and mitigate risks
  
• Ensure documentation of key team information, decisions, actions, modifications to scope, resources, timelines and milestones in project management systems is current.
  
• Identify, evaluate the critical path, scenarios and challenge assumptions to increase robustness of project plans
  
• Monitor performance vs. plan (budget and timeline)
  
• Coordinate program updates to Sr. Management
  
• Provide coaching and mentorship to more junior members of the R&D Global Project Management Department
  

• Required: Bachelor degree or equivalent in Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  
• Preferred: An advanced degree (MSc, PhD) in Science or related field, Masters of Business
  
• Administration (MBA) or equivalent
  
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification,
  
• 7+ years' experience in the biotechnology or pharmaceutical industry
  
• 5+ years' experience as a project manager leading cross-functional project teams in a matrixed, global environment, In-depth knowledge in drug research, development and manufacturing processes
  
• Demonstrated experience in delivering projects to meet business objectives on time, within budget and with quality