Project Manager I

5THGEN Inc

. Lead, plan, organize, coordinate, and oversee activities related to combining multiple Imperial products and services for clinical-trial clients .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeGrand Rapids • Michigan • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management, including planning, execution, and delivery within clinical trial environments. Strong ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and ensure project profitability while adhering to budgets and timelines.

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Project ManagementClinical Trials ExperienceBudget ManagementClient Relationship DevelopmentCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Project PlanningScope DefinitionRisk ManagementPerformance TrackingReport WritingPresentation SkillsProblem SolvingData AnalysisMicrosoft Office SuiteProject Management Software

Soft Skills

Customer ServiceTeam CoordinationLeadershipAdaptabilityInterpersonal Communication

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Certification

Industry Keywords

Clinical TrialsObservational StudiesBusiness DevelopmentProcess ImprovementStakeholder Communication

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead, plan, organize, coordinate, and oversee activities related to combining multiple Imperial products and services for clinical-trial clients
Provide customer-focused leadership from project inception through execution and completion to achieve on-time, on-budget results
Monitor and manage adherence to project budget and scope of work to realize project profitability
Coordinate efforts of project team members, external resources, and vendors
Ensure project tasks follow project plans and Imperial processes, policies, and procedures
Manage internal and external project-status communication and progress reporting
Coordinate with management to ensure resources support project deliverables and milestones
Act as primary liaison between Imperial and clients
Assist Business Development activities as a subject matter expert, including proposal development and presentations
Prepare scope of work, product development, launch activities, and change orders with Business Development and customers
Develop client relationships, seek new or add-on business, and build knowledge of client organizations and objectives
Provide forecasts and budgets to clients and management
Facilitate kick-off, update, and ad hoc meetings
Respond to customer requests and manage expectations
Escalate customer dissatisfaction through appropriate quality channels
Develop and execute project work plans and revise them as needs change
Manage planning, scope definition, design, execution, and delivery across the project lifecycle
Manage project priorities, timelines, resources, and team members
Evaluate project progress and quality and conduct proactive risk management
Track milestones, budgets, and performance indicators and prepare and deliver reports
Direct work to team members and delegate day-to-day tasks to Project Management Associates
Coordinate production, procurement, and distribution of materials with internal teams
Maintain responsibility for client engagement and satisfaction
Handle basic issues and refer complex issues to higher-level staff
Attend project management training and team meetings
Lead assigned internal process-improvement projects

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) and/or five years related experience and/or training
Formal project management coursework or certification a plus
3-5 years minimum project management experience in a variable environment in which project scope, details and deliverables are dynamic
Experience or familiarity with Clinical Trials or Observational studies is desirable
Frequent customer service/interactions via email, video conferencing, telephone and in-person
Experience in Project Management software is preferred
Solid computer skills, including experience in the Microsoft Office suite of products
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or government regulations
Ability to write reports, business correspondence, work instructions, and meeting minutes
Ability to prepare and deliver professional presentations
Ability to effectively provide information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, budgets, interest, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Ability to occasionally lift and/or move up to 20 lbs.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Attend project management training and team meetings