Associate Project Manager

Job Description

Please Note: You may be required to travel to our Mumbai office based on business requirements or for company/team events. This is a contractual role with the potential for conversion to a full-time position after 1 year, subject to performance and business needs. We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Associate Project Manager to manage the successful execution of client projects and coordination with internal and external collaborators such as freelancers, vendors and internal team members. This role is critical in ensuring timely delivery, budget adherence, and compliance across all project stages. Job Responsibilities Manage end-to-end execution of projects ensuring on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery using project plans, timelines, and tools like SharePoint. Monitor and control project performance by tracking milestones, consultant costs, invoicing, cash flow, and time investment. Maintain project documentation and ensure compliance with internal policies and audit requirements through accurate archiving and reporting. Coordinate with internal stakeholders and external collaborators (e.g., freelancers) to ensure efficient project execution and service delivery. Ensure SLA adherence and operational excellence by managing internal service level agreements, change requests, and resource capacity. Oversee financial processes including timely invoicing, PO utilization, and monthly KPI reporting in line with internal controls. Communicate project updates and status effectively through structured email communication and MIS dashboards. Qualifications Minimum 2 years of experience managing projects in Pharma, Life Sciences, Healthcare or Medical Device companies Bachelor’s or master’s degree is required; a background in Life Sciences or Pharma is preferred. Strong project planning and coordination skills, with knowledge of project/account management principles. Proficiency in MS Excel and ability to work with project management tools Excellent written and verbal communication skills Keen attention to detail with strong organizational and documentation capabilities. PMP certification preferred (not mandatory but an advantage). Show more Show less