Arcinova, A Quotient Sciences Company, is dedicated to providing innovative contract research, development, and manufacturing services. We offer a comprehensive range of integrated specialist services for early stage drug development, underpinned by strong industry knowledge and scientific expertise.
Our mission is to bring science, innovation, and collaboration together to overcome the barriers in drug development. We empower emerging biotechs and large pharma alike to bring life‑changing therapies to patients faster, through an efficient, effective approach focused on quality, science, and innovation.
Our vision is to advance progress through science, delivering solutions that make a measurable difference. We look ahead with purpose, driven to shape a smarter, more resilient future for all.
Summary of Job Purpose
As Head of PMO, you will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Alnwick Project Management Office, ensuring successful delivery of customer and non‑customer projects—on time, within budget, and to the highest quality standards.
This role will embed governance, commercial insight, and continuous improvement across the PM function, acting as a key interface between clients, internal teams, and senior leadership. You will influence site planning and resource allocation, maintain portfolio visibility, and champion customer advocacy throughout the organisation.
Key Responsibilities
Leadership
* Lead and develop the PM team, ensuring succession planning and recruitment for key roles.
* Align PMO objectives with site and corporate strategy, influencing S&OP and resource planning.
* Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and customer focus.
Voice of the Customer
* Act as the primary conduit between clients and internal teams, ensuring exceptional customer experience.
* Drive proactive communication, schedule adherence, and issue resolution.
* Champion customer advocacy and support case studies and testimonial opportunities.
Governance & Control
* Implement consistent governance frameworks (risk registers, RACI, milestone tracking).
* Ensure compliance with standard work practices and contractual obligations.
* Oversee change order management and escalation processes.
Project Visibility & Reporting
* Maintain a single source of truth for all projects through dashboards and portfolio reporting.
* Provide accurate forecasting of timelines, resources, and financial performance.
* Deliver executive‑level reporting to SLT, highlighting risks, opportunities, and KPIs.
* Support profitability analysis and cost modelling for projects.
* Monitor project margins and identify efficiency opportunities.
* Collaborate with finance and operations to ensure accurate billing and change order impact assessment.
* Lead lessons learned reviews and maintain a Continuous Improvement database.
* Identify and implement process enhancements to reduce non‑value‑added activities.
* Drive initiatives that improve quality, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Qualifications & Experience
* Significant experience in project management within pharmaceutical, biotech, or scientific services.
* Proven leadership and team development skills, with prior line management responsibility.
* Strong commercial acumen, including cost modelling and profitability analysis.
* Expertise in governance frameworks, portfolio reporting, and resource planning.
* Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
* Proficiency in resource management systems, Gantt charting, and project management tools
Application Requirements
When applying for a position with Quotient Sciences to be able to work in our organization you must be aged 18 years or over and not have been debarred by the FDA. If you indicate you are under the age of 18 or have been debarred then your application will be automatically declined.
Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Quotient Sciences are advocates for positive change and conscious inclusion. We strive to create a diverse Quotient workforce and develop a workplace culture that provides a sense of acceptance for every person within our organization. As a global employer, we recognize the value in having an organization that is a true reflection and representation of our society today.
Specifically we will not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, marital status, partnership status, domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, age, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, veteran or military status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, caregiver status, unemployment status or any other characteristic prohibited by federal, state and/or local laws.
This applies to all aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, demotion, compensation, training, working conditions, transfer, job assignments, benefits, layoff, and termination.
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