ICON plc

Program Manager

ICON plc$90K — $120K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Healthcare
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, project management, engineering, or a related field; PMP or equivalent certification is a plus.
  • Extensive experience in program management with a successful track record of delivering large-scale projects.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills to motivate cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.
  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills for managing multiple projects and prioritizing tasks.
  • Proficiency in project management tools, risk management, budgeting, and resource allocation.
  • Exceptional communication skills to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Willingness to travel approximately 25%.

Responsibilities

  • Lead planning, execution, and delivery of complex programs aligned with business objectives.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams including project managers and technical leads to ensure seamless execution.
  • Develop and manage program plans, timelines, budgets, and resources while monitoring progress and addressing issues.
  • Communicate program status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, ensuring transparency throughout the program lifecycle.
  • Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance program outcomes.

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and performance-related incentives.
  • Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
  • 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.
Full Job Description
Program Manager

As a Program Manager at ICON, you will lead and manage complex projects and programs across various departments, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget.

What You Will Do:

You will oversee site resourcing and workforce planning workstreams, ensuring deliverables meet quality and timeline expectations.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Leading the planning, execution, and delivery of complex programs, ensuring alignment with business objectives and strategic priorities.

  • Coordinating cross-functional teams, including project managers, technical leads, and other stakeholders, to ensure seamless execution of program activities.

  • Developing and managing program plans, timelines, budgets, and resources, monitoring progress and addressing any issues that may impact program success.

  • Communicating program status, risks, and issues to stakeholders, providing regular updates and ensuring transparency throughout the program lifecycle.

  • Identifying opportunities for process improvements and implementing best practices to enhance program efficiency, quality, and outcomes.

Your Profile:

You will have solid site resourcing and workforce planning experience, with the ability to manage competing priorities and develop your team.

Required qualifications and experience:

  • Bachelor's degree in business, project management, engineering, or a related field. A PMP or equivalent certification is a plus. Extensive experience in program management, with a proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale projects.

  • Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to motivate and guide cross-functional teams in a matrix environment.

  • Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively.

  • Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies, with experience in risk management, budgeting, and resource allocation.

  • Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.

  • Willingness to travel as required (approximately 25%)


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.


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About ICON plc

ICON plc is a global provider of drug development and commercialisation services to the pharmaceutical, biotechnology and medical device industries. The company specialises in the strategic development, management and analysis of programs that support clinical development. ICON has approximately 15700 employees in 40 countries. The company was founded in Dublin, Ireland in 1990 and is headquartered in Leopardstown, Dublin. ICON has been publicly traded on the NASDAQ since 1998.
Learn more about ICON plc
Size
39,300 employees
Market Cap
$16.2 billion
Industry
Net Income
$332.3 million
Founded
2017
5 Year Trend
+26.9%
Revenue
$2.7 billion
NASDAQ

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