Full-Time

Director – Project Controls

Posted on 7/16/2024

Project Farma

Project Farma

51-200 employees

Biomanufacturing services for cell and gene therapy

Consulting
Biotechnology
Healthcare

Compensation Overview

$50k - $240kAnnually

+ Bonus

Senior

Boston, MA, USA

Candidate must currently live or will live in the Boston area.

Category
Lab & Research
Interdisciplinary Research
Life Sciences
Required Skills
Sales
Lead Generation
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree or Master’s Degree in Life Science, Engineering, or related discipline and/or comparable military experience.
  • Typically, a minimum of 8-10 years of project controls experience within the advanced therapy, life science, pharmaceutical, or biotech experience.
  • Typically, a minimum of 8-10 years of managing high-performing teams.
  • Minimum of 7 years business development, lead generation, or sales experience.
  • Experience with Smartsheet, Microsoft Project, and/or Primavera P6.
  • Willingness to travel as required to support project and business needs.
  • Covid Vaccine is required prior to the Team Member’s start date with exceptions for medical and religious accommodations when reasonable.
Responsibilities
  • This role is primarily client facing and includes individualized billability to ensure the timely delivery of innovative solutions while keeping abreast of market and technology trends in the industry.
  • Responsible for identifying and developing resources within the practice area to ensure a high level of expertise, performance, and client focus to stay ahead of the competition.
  • Responsible for business development activities and organizational growth.
  • Change Management: Anticipate the impact of change, identify and communicate the need for change, and successfully implement, promote, and execute the acceptance of change across the organization in alignment with strategic goals and initiatives.
  • Strategic Prioritization and Decision Making: Consider multiple options, weigh the potential outcomes and risks associated, and choose the most appropriate solution. Clear understanding of the organization’s overall strategy, goals, and vision and an evaluation of external factors such as market and industry trends and competitor analysis and the potential impact on organizational strategy. Commit to and execute strategic priorities in alignment with changing business needs.
  • Agility: Identify and progress in an ambiguous, complex, innovative, and constantly changing environment. Foster adaptation and value creation through execution of strategic activities in alignment with market and industry trends.
  • People Management: Create partnerships, build trust and credibility with Team Members. Hold Team Members accountable to a high quality of performance, customer focus, and prioritization of deliverables. Retain Team Members through developing their strengths, communicating expectations, providing mentorship and coaching, and encouraging and inspiring others.

Project Farma specializes in biomanufacturing, particularly in the cell and gene therapy market, where they develop strategies for advanced therapy facilities. They provide comprehensive services that cover the entire lifecycle of biomanufacturing projects, including facility builds, regulatory compliance, and automation, serving clients like biotech startups and pharmaceutical companies. Their revenue comes from consulting fees for project management services, ensuring facilities comply with Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Project Farma aims to improve patient outcomes through effective project execution and a commitment to professional development.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

2016

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rising demand for cell and gene therapies boosts need for specialized facilities.
  • Advancements in automation enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness of services.
  • Complex regulatory requirements increase demand for Project Farma's consulting expertise.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging biomanufacturing consulting firms increase market competition.
  • Rapid technological advancements may require significant investment to stay competitive.
  • Economic downturns could reduce demand from biotech startups.

What makes Project Farma unique

  • Project Farma specializes in cell and gene therapy facility builds and compliance.
  • They offer turnkey solutions, managing projects from planning to execution.
  • Their focus on philanthropy and professional development sets them apart.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Company Paid Maternity and Parental Leave

Continuing Education Assistance

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