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Chicago, IL · On-site

Facilitate executive-level reporting, steering committee meetings, and milestone reviews ... Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. PMP, Scrum Master ...

Management will be of commercial projects within our core markets: healthcare, higher education, advanced technology, life sciences and corporate office. Project executives will work closely with all ...

Management will be of commercial projects within our core markets: healthcare, higher education, advanced technology, life sciences and corporate office. Project executives will work closely with all ...

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As a world leader in life science engineering and technical solutions, MTG has the knowledge and ... Become a trusted advisor to senior leaders and executives to ensure vision is clearly defined ...

Minimum ten years of Senior Project Management experience in Life Science preferred * Proven success in the design, implementation, and continuous improvement of a PMO. * Proven management experience ...

... management/executive role, within DPR's core markets. * Must have experience in Life Sciences or ... projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial ...

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How much do executive science project management jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 7, 2026, the average yearly pay for executive science project management in the United States is $167,911.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $141,500.00 and $196,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Executive Science Project Management vs Science Project Coordinator?

AspectExecutive Science Project ManagementScience Project Coordinator
CredentialsAdvanced degrees (e.g., PhD), project management certificationsBachelor's or master's degree, some project management training
Work EnvironmentSenior leadership, strategic planning, cross-departmental oversightDay-to-day project support, data collection, team coordination
Employer & Industry UsageResearch institutions, biotech firms, government agenciesResearch labs, academic institutions, industry research teams

Executive Science Project Management involves strategic oversight and leadership of complex scientific projects, often requiring advanced credentials. In contrast, Science Project Coordinators focus on supporting project execution through coordination and data management. Both roles are essential but differ in scope and seniority.

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Posted 21 days ago


Job description

We are seeking an experienced and proactive PMO to serve as a key strategic partner on our client’s onsite delivery team in the USA. The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving project governance, ensuring adherence to standardized processes, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and enabling data-driven decision-making across multiple projects and programs.

This role is critical in strengthening delivery predictability, improving transparency, and supporting the evolution of a high-performance delivery culture. The PMO will act as a bridge between client leadership, delivery teams, and internal stakeholders, ensuring alignment with business objectives and project success.


Key Responsibilities

  • Governance & Process Excellence:
    • Establish and maintain standardized project management processes, templates, and frameworks (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
    • Implement and monitor KPIs, health checks, and delivery dashboards (e.g., Jira, Power BI, Confluence).
    • Conduct regular project status reviews, risk/issue assessments, and escalation management.
  • Stakeholder & Client Engagement:
    • Serve as a trusted point of contact for client leadership, delivery managers, and business stakeholders.
    • Facilitate executive-level reporting, steering committee meetings, and milestone reviews.
    • Proactively identify and resolve impediments impacting project delivery.
  • Agile & Delivery Enablement:
    • Support Agile transformation initiatives, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives.
    • Champion continuous improvement through learning sessions, process audits, and feedback loops.
    • Partner with Scrum Masters, Product Owners, and Engineering leads to ensure smooth execution.
  • Data-Driven Decision Making:
    • Develop and maintain real-time dashboards for project performance, resource utilization, and delivery forecasts.
    • Analyze project trends, identify risks early, and recommend corrective actions.
  • Knowledge Transfer & Documentation:
    • Create and maintain comprehensive documentation (One-Pagers, process guides, RACI matrices) for transparency and scalability.
    • Support onboarding and knowledge sharing for new team members and projects.
  • Compliance & Reporting:
    • Ensure adherence to internal policies, client standards, and regulatory requirements (e.g., ISO 27001, HIPAA, PCI DSS if applicable).
    • Prepare and deliver regular reports to senior leadership and client executives.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related field. PMP, Scrum Master (CSM/PSM), or Agile certifications are a plus.
  • Experience: 8+ years in PMO, project management, or delivery leadership roles, preferably in IT, software development, or digital transformation.
  • Technical Proficiency:
    • Expertise in Jira, Confluence, MS Project, Power BI, Excel, and other collaboration tools.
    • Familiarity with Agile frameworks (Scrum, SAFe, Kanban), DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines.
  • Soft Skills:
    • Exceptional communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
    • High emotional intelligence, cultural sensitivity, and ability to work across time zones and teams.
    • Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail