Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and our environment safer, healthier and more sustainable. From the food you eat, to the water you drink, to the medicines you rely on, Eurofins works with the biggest companies in the world to ensure the products they supply are safe, their ingredients are authentic and labelling is accurate. Eurofins believes it is a global leader in food, environmental, pharmaceutical and cosmetics products testing and in agroscience CRO services. It is also one of the global independent market leaders in certain testing and laboratory services for genomics, discovery pharmacology, forensics, CDMO, advanced material sciences and in the support of clinical studies.

In over just 30 years, Eurofins has grown from one laboratory in Nantes, France to over 50,000 staff across a network of more than 900 independent companies in over 50 countries and operating more than 800 laboratories. Eurofins offers a portfolio of over 200,000 analytical methods to evaluate the safety, identity, composition, authenticity, origin, traceability and purity of biological substances and products, as well as providing innovative clinical diagnostic testing services, as one of the leading global emerging players in specialized clinical diagnostics testing.

 In 2021, Eurofins generated total revenues of EUR € 6.7 billion, and has been among the best performing stocks in Europe over the past 20 years.

Summary / Objective

IT Infrastructure Project Managers are responsible for planning, controlling, and monitoring strategic infrastructure projects. They communicate project progress and risks to all stakeholders, support departmental goals, and ensure alignment with overall company objectives.

Essential Functions

• Plan, execute, monitor and manage global and/or local infrastructure-based projects from initiation through implementation and transitioning it to a business-as-usual state.
• Coordinate and cooperate with network engineers, systems engineers, solution architects, IT Security and/or Implementation Managers (IM) to ensure timely delivery of defined project deliverables, while managing project teams and activities, monitoring progress, assigning clear ownership of tasks, and proactively removing impediments to maintain project momentum. 
• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, budgets, RAID logs, project schedules, and resource allocation in collaboration with a diverse project team.
• Manage multiple infrastructure projects simultaneously, balancing priorities and resources effectively.
• Identify and request the required resources to deliver projects on-time and within budget.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues to senior leadership via weekly status reports.
• Prepare and submit Project Gate documentation and scope adjustment requests to senior leadership for timely review and approval.
• Coordinate IT Infrastructure, business, and cross-functional teams, including remote and on-site resources to ensure seamless integration of solutions and migration events. 
• Ensure compliance with Eurofins IT governance, security, and operational standards. 
• Lead post-project evaluations and apply lessons learned to drive ongoing process improvements.
• Organize and preside over scheduled Steering Committee meetings, engaging senior management from both the IT Infrastructure Organization and Businesses to provide strategi oversight.  
• Collaborate on PMO process improvement initiatives.
• Ensure timely completion of administrative and compliance requirements, including weekly submission of timecards, monthly expense reporting, and completion of all mandatory training by assigned deadlines.
• Maintain clear and consistent communication with PMO and Senior Leadership
• Collaborate with procurement processes as needed.
• Support PMO by partnering with team members to promote professional growth and foster a culture of teamwork, while ensuring seamless project coverage during planned absences or time off.  This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

*Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Required Education and Experience

• A bachelor's degree or equivalent IT Project Management experience  
• 5+ years of experience managing projects. 

Preferred Education and Experience (not required but beneficial)

• PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification preferred. 
• Familiarity with ITIL and Agile methodologies. 
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. 
•  Industry and/or leadership certifications (e.g. PMP) 
• Knowledge or awareness of GxP compliance requirements and IT Security regulations, along with best practices applicable to the analytical testing laboratory industry. 
• Proven track record with successfully enrolled IT projects 
• Experience with team management and leadership that span multiple time zones and different cultures.
• Experience managing IT Infrastructure related projects

Competencies

• Demonstrate experience managing virtual projects and collaborating with remote teams.  
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence decisions and lead others at all organizational levels.  
• Effective team player who can also work independently with minimal supervision.
• Exceptional organizational and problem-solving abilities, with keen attention to detail.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and meet tight deadlines.
•  To work in a fast-paced, ever-changing environment with tight deadlines.
•  Skilled at multitasking across multiple projects while managing time effectively.  
• Eagerness to learn, adapt, and grow professionally. 
• Proficiency in project management tools, concepts, and methodologies; experience with software development and integration is a plus.
• Above average oral and written communication skills, including the ability to document, present, and advocate for creative solutions to senior leadership.  
• Capacity to conceptualize creative solutions, as well as documenting them and presenting/selling them to all levels of the organization, including senior management.
• Responsive and proactive problem solver with entrepreneurial thinking and flexibility to adapt to change.
• Strong customer focus and ability to manage internal or external client expectations.
• Capability to work effectively in a complex, international environment.

Work Authorization / Security Clearance Requirements

• Authorization to work in the United States indefinitely without restriction or sponsorship 

• Excellent full time benefits including comprehensive medical coverage, dental, and vision options
• Life and disability insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid vacation and holidays

Eurofins USA BioPharma Services is a Disabled and Veteran Equal Employment Opportunity employer.