Sr Project Manager in Bilthoven, Nederland

Avania are hiring - Senior Project Managers - Clinical Trials / Medical Devices

The role - Sr Project Manager - Clinical Trials / Medical Devices

We are looking for experienced Senior Project Managers to lead complex clinical research projects across the full trial lifecycle. You will take ownership quickly, bring together the right functional experts, and give sponsors confidence that the work is understood and moving forward.

This is a hands-on role. Alongside leading projects, you will help strengthen how the team works as the company grows.

The Sr Project Manager role is suited to someone who is passionate about clinical trial project management

What you'll do

• Lead clinical research projects from handover through delivery, keeping the full trial in view, including clinical operations, data, and regulatory submission needs.

• Build, maintain, and use project timelines to coordinate work, identify dependencies, and manage delivery.

• Facilitate project calls and communicate clearly with sponsors and internal teams.

• Identify risks early, investigate their impact, and drive practical solutions with the relevant experts.

• Manage study budgets, gross margin, forecasting, revenue recognition, reporting, and monthly financial reconciliations.

• Manage sponsor expectations, including discussing scope changes and preparing change orders when work moves beyond the contracted scope.

• Complete core project-management responsibilities, including TMF management, meeting minutes, timesheet entry, and timely review of contractor time.

• Step into coordinator coverage where needed and work collaboratively with project coordinators and cross-functional colleagues.

Skills & Requirements
Candidates who offer a combination of the skills, knowledge and experience listed below are encouraged to apply to Avania's Senior Project Manager role. With our continued growth we are hiring talent to join us on our journey and grow with us.

What you'll bring

• At least five years of project management experience, including at least two years in a senior project management role.

• Experience leading cross-functional clinical research projects and coordinating specialists without needing to be the subject-matter expert in every area.

• A track record of managing project financials, including budgets, forecasting, gross margin, revenue recognition, and change orders.

• Sound judgment in risk management, problem solving, and escalation handling.

• Confidence communicating with sponsors, including in challenging conversations about scope, delivery, or budget.

• Experience managing project timelines and the discipline to keep operational fundamentals, such as timesheets, on track.

• Comfort working in a changing environment and contributing to better ways of working.

Why join Avania

You will join a growing organization where project managers can deepen their craft, work closely with experienced leaders, and make a visible impact. The team values respect, support, quality, and the opportunity to learn something new every day. As Avania grows, this role also offers opportunities for continued development and career progression.

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We look forward to receiving your application!

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