Senior Project Manager

Company: ICON plc

Location: Blue Bell, South Dakota, United States

Work arrangement: Remote possible

Employment type: Full-time

Experience: 5-10 years

Education: bachelor degree

Posted: 2026-10-23

Responsibilities

The Senior Project Manager is responsible for leading and managing clinical projects, ensuring successful execution and delivery of objectives. They will manage day-to-day program activities, lead cross-functional teams, and mentor staff to foster a culture of excellence.

Requirements

Candidates must have a bachelor's degree in a scientific or healthcare-related field and extensive project management experience within the CRO industry. Proficiency in project management methodologies and experience supporting clinical trials in specific therapeutic areas are required.

Skills

  • Clinical project management
  • Project planning
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Stakeholder management
  • Clinical trials
  • Ophthalmology
  • Respiratory
  • Food allergy
  • Infectious disease
  • Analytical skills
  • Problem-solving
  • Mentoring
  • Strategic planning
  • Documentation
  • Reporting
  • CRO industry knowledge

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary
  • Performance related incentives
  • Medical coverage
  • Dental coverage
  • Vision coverage
  • Retirement plans
  • Pension plans
  • Life assurance
  • Disability coverage
  • Employee assistance programmes
  • Wellbeing resources
  • Learning and development opportunities

About this role

Sr Clinical Project Manager- US- Remote
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 a Clinical Senior Project Manager within ICON's OVI team you will be responsible for leading and manage projects, ensuring successful execution and delivery of project objectives.

What You Will Do:
You will manage day-to-day project and program management activities, supporting your team to deliver quality outcomes.

Key responsibilities include:
Developing and executing project plans, focusing on achieving project goals and objectives.
Leading cross-functional teams to ensure the successful implementation of project activities.
Collaborating with stakeholders to identify project requirements and define project scope.
Mentoring and guiding team members, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Driving the development of project documentation and reports to present findings to stakeholders in a clear and actionable manner.
Staying abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to integrate best practices into project management strategies.
Contributing to organizational growth through effective project leadership and strategic planning.

Your Profile:
You will have solid project and programm management experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.

Required qualifications and experience:
Bachelor's degree in a relevant scientific discipline or healthcare-related field
Extensive experience in project management, with a proven track record of leading successful projects in the CRO industry.
Strong proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with excellent attention to detail.
Experience supporting clinical trials in ophthalmology, respiratory, food allergy or infectious disease.
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to develop effective project strategies.
Demonstrated leadership skills, with experience in managing and mentoring teams effectively.
Exceptional communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to diverse audiences.
Detail-oriented, with strong organizational skills to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a dynamic environment.
Willingness to travel as required (approximately 25%)

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Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.

Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.

Benefits may include:
Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
Retirement and pension plans
Life assurance and disability coverage
Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways

Benefits may vary depending on role and location.

Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.

Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.

If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.
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About ICON plc

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