Project Planning Specialist
About the role
ICON is a global healthcare intelligence and clinical research organisation united by a mission to bring new medicines and treatments to patients faster.
As a values-driven organisation, integrity, collaboration, agility, and inclusion are at the heart of how we work and interact with each other, customers, patients and suppliers.
We are currently seeking a Project Planning Specialist to join our FIRECREST team at ICON. As part of a specialised Project Planning team, you will support the coordination and delivery of Firecrest products and services for clinical trials across the healthcare and pharmaceutical industries.
Working closely with Project Managers and cross-functional teams, you will contribute to project planning and delivery, study documentation, financial tracking and reporting, and process improvement.
What you will be doing:
- Supporting Project Managers with project planning, execution and monitoring.
- Helping develop and maintain project timelines, budgets and resource allocations.
- Coordinating with cross-functional teams to keep project milestones on track.
- Managing study documentation and assisting in the preparation and delivery of the suite of Firecrest products
- Supporting business unit financial management and reporting, including maintaining budget and revenue trackers.
- Contributing to process improvements that enhance operational efficiency.
Your profile:
- A bachelor’s degree in Project Management or Operations Management is preferred; relevant experience will also be considered.
- Previous experience in project coordination or project management is preferred.
- Strong financial acumen, including the ability to maintain budget and revenue trackers.
- Experience with change orders highly desirable
- Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage competing priorities and meet deadlines.
- Excellent attention to detail when maintaining documentation and managing data.
- Clear communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively across teams and with stakeholders.
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Employment with ICON is contingent upon having the legal right to work in the country where the role is based.
Rewards & Benefits
ICON offers a competitive and comprehensive total rewards package designed to support your health, wellbeing, and career development.
Benefits may include:
- Competitive base salary and performance related incentives
- Health and wellbeing programmes including medical, dental, and vision coverage where applicable
- Retirement and pension plans
- Life assurance and disability coverage
- Employee assistance programmes and wellbeing resources
- Learning and development opportunities through structured training and career pathways
Benefits may vary depending on role and location.
Visit our careers site to read more about the benefits ICON offers.
Inclusion and Accessibility
ICON is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building an inclusive and accessible workplace where everyone feels valued and supported.
If you require reasonable accommodations during the recruitment process, please let us know or submit a request here.
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