Project Manager III - IT/Automation Infrastructure & CCTV

Novo Nordisk - Clayton, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Clayton, NC

10,001+ employees

Merchant Wholesalers, Nondurable Goods

About the position

The Project Manager III will lead and execute projects across various business units within Novo Nordisk, ensuring adherence to cost, quality, and schedule requirements. This role involves coaching and supporting junior project managers, collaborating with the Line of Business to develop project roadmaps, and managing project staffing and resources. The position is critical in driving the expansion of aseptic production capabilities and ensuring successful project outcomes in a global context.

Responsibilities

• Lead multi-disciplined project teams to complete projects on-time and on-budget, meeting all requirements.
• Develop and execute assigned project plans in accordance with scope, schedule, quality, impact, and cost objectives.
• Negotiate required staffing with Line of Business and assist with training of personnel supporting the project.
• Develop project staffing plans, including internal and external workers, to support projects.
• Provide project cash flow projections and high-level schedule projections to support Budget Cycles.
• Refine business case with project owner/sponsor and establish quantifiable project benefits.
• Manage and coordinate contract resources and internal resources effectively.
• Refine and clarify project scope through early project analysis with subject matter experts.
• Provide clear goals to ensure effective use of time and resources, building employee motivation.
• Develop bid packages, evaluate bids, and drive vendor selection in collaboration with procurement.
• Accountable for financial project management through purchase order creation, management, invoicing, and cost forecasting.
• Monitor and control project work with stringent follow-up on quality, schedule, and budget.
• Monitor and report project progress to management and stakeholders, presenting in steering groups.
• Ensure quality and content of steering group status and gate presentations.
• Review, approve, and endorse project-related procurement activities.
• Support building, managing, and improving Project Portfolio Management systems (PMO Tools).
• Ensure alignment with global programs and other site projects to share best practices.
• Support project manager mentoring and onboarding.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering or other Technical Science field required; or an Associate's degree with 10 years of project management experience; or a High School Diploma with 12 years of project management experience.
• Minimum of 8 years of proven project management experience required.
• Experience leading change management projects and complex capital expenditure projects required.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in a pharmaceutical or biotechnology environment required.
• Excellent writing and oral communication skills, including presentation and negotiation skills required.
• Ability to work in both technical and non-technical areas required.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and multi-tasking skills required.
• Proficient in basic computer skills including Microsoft Office required.

Nice-to-haves

• Advanced project management competencies obtained through relevant training or experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Lean principles and their application in a manufacturing environment preferred.

Benefits

• Leading pay and annual performance bonus for all positions
• Generous paid time off including 14 paid holidays
• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance effective day one
• Guaranteed 8% 401K contribution plus individual company match option
• Family Focused Benefits including 12 weeks paid parental leave
• Free access to Novo Nordisk-marketed pharmaceutical products
• Tuition Assistance
• Life & Disability Insurance
• Employee Referral Awards