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Description
Experienced Project Manager - Full-Service Syneos Health® is a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization built to accelerate customer success. We translate unique clinical, medical affairs and commercial insights into outcomes to address modern market realities. Our Clinical Development model brings the customer and the patient to the center of everything that we do. We are continuously looking for ways to simplify and streamline our work to not only make Syneos Health easier to work with, but to make us easier to work for. Whether you join us in a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you’ll collaborate with passionate problem solvers, innovating as a team to help our customers achieve their goals. We are agile and driven to accelerate the delivery of therapies, because we are passionate to change lives. Discover what our 29,000 employees, across 110 countries already know: WORK HERE MATTERS EVERYWHERE
Why Syneos Health
We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.
We are committed to our Total Self culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Our Total Self culture is what unites us globally, and we are dedicated to taking care of our people.
* We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because when we bring together diversity of thoughts, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives – we’re able to create a place where everyone feels like they belong.
Job Responsibilities
The position provides customer focused leadership in managing and delivering the operational and financial aspects of one or more clinical projects from proposal development to final deliverables and ranging in size and complexity from single service studies to full scope, multiple protocol projects and/or global projects across various phases and functional areas with limited interaction from supervisor. May oversee less experienced Project Managers (PMs) and have line management responsibilities.
Project Leadership and Delivery:
Manages a project as Project Manager overseeing interdisciplinary clinical research programs ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements.
Acts as primary liaison between the Company and the Customer to ensure project launch, conduct, and closeout according to the Customer’s and the Company's contractual agreement.
Leads clinical team to ensure quality, timelines and budget management.
Accountable for the financial performance of assigned projects.
Accountable for all project deliverables for assigned projects and/or project regions.
Coordinates activities and deliverables of all project conduct partners and proactively identifies and manages issues.
Reporting and Communication:
Accountable for maintenance of project information on a variety of databases and systems.
Maintains and evaluates project progress by maintaining timelines and other tracking/analysis tools.
Responsible for project management components of inspection readiness for all aspects of the project conduct, including Trial Master Files.
Provides oversight for development and implementation of project plans in accordance with Controlled Documents.
Independently prepares, coordinates, and presents project material at internal and external meetings.
Directs the activities of assigned Project Support staff; line manages and mentors other project management team members and clinical staff; facilitates team building and communication.
Prepares project management reports for clients and management.
Implements resource strategies to achieve project goals.
* Develops contingency planning and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery of project goals.
Business Development
Participates in bid defense meetings where presented as potential project manager/director.
Develops strong relationships with current clients to generate new and/or add-on business for the future.
* Keeps a current awareness of business unit’s and assigned projects’ therapeutic environment and drug development trends.
Management:
May train and support new Project Managers. Facilitates team training in accordance with protocol and/or project requirements, including therapeutic, protocol specific, and process training.
May be required to line manage other project management team members and clinical monitoring staff.
Additional Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) level of qualification in life sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice/ICH guidelines, regulatory requirements, drug development process and clinical monitoring procedures.
Clinical research organization (CRO) and relevant therapeutic experience preferred.
Strong ability to manage time and work independently.
Ability to embrace new technologies.
Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal skills, both written and spoken.
Flexibility and the ability to mentor and manage new staff and to handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines delivering high quality work in a dynamic environment.
Ability to travel as necessary (approximately 25%).
At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.
Salary Range:
$114,000.00 - $210,900.00
The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.
Get to know Syneos Health
Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients. No matter what your role is, you’ll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health.
Additional Information
Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms. Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.

Description
Experienced Project Manager - Full-Service Syneos Health® is a leading fully integrated biopharmaceutical solutions organization built to accelerate customer success. We translate unique clinical, medical affairs and commercial insights into outcomes to address modern market realities. Our Clinical Development model brings the customer and the patient to the center of everything that we do. We are continuously looking for ways to simplify and streamline our work to not only make Syneos Health easier to work with, but to make us easier to work for. Whether you join us in a Functional Service Provider partnership or a Full-Service environment, you’ll collaborate with passionate problem solvers, innovating as a team to help our customers achieve their goals. We are agile and driven to accelerate the delivery of therapies, because we are passionate to change lives. Discover what our 29,000 employees, across 110 countries already know: WORK HERE MATTERS EVERYWHERE
Why Syneos Health
We are passionate about developing our people, through career development and progression; supportive and engaged line management; technical and therapeutic area training; peer recognition and total rewards program.
We are committed to our Total Self culture – where you can authentically be yourself. Our Total Self culture is what unites us globally, and we are dedicated to taking care of our people.
* We are continuously building the company we all want to work for and our customers want to work with. Why? Because when we bring together diversity of thoughts, backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives – we’re able to create a place where everyone feels like they belong.
Job Responsibilities
The position provides customer focused leadership in managing and delivering the operational and financial aspects of one or more clinical projects from proposal development to final deliverables and ranging in size and complexity from single service studies to full scope, multiple protocol projects and/or global projects across various phases and functional areas with limited interaction from supervisor. May oversee less experienced Project Managers (PMs) and have line management responsibilities.
Project Leadership and Delivery:
Manages a project as Project Manager overseeing interdisciplinary clinical research programs ensuring compliance with Good Clinical Practices (GCPs), relevant Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and regulatory requirements.
Acts as primary liaison between the Company and the Customer to ensure project launch, conduct, and closeout according to the Customer’s and the Company's contractual agreement.
Leads clinical team to ensure quality, timelines and budget management.
Accountable for the financial performance of assigned projects.
Accountable for all project deliverables for assigned projects and/or project regions.
Coordinates activities and deliverables of all project conduct partners and proactively identifies and manages issues.
Reporting and Communication:
Accountable for maintenance of project information on a variety of databases and systems.
Maintains and evaluates project progress by maintaining timelines and other tracking/analysis tools.
Responsible for project management components of inspection readiness for all aspects of the project conduct, including Trial Master Files.
Provides oversight for development and implementation of project plans in accordance with Controlled Documents.
Independently prepares, coordinates, and presents project material at internal and external meetings.
Directs the activities of assigned Project Support staff; line manages and mentors other project management team members and clinical staff; facilitates team building and communication.
Prepares project management reports for clients and management.
Implements resource strategies to achieve project goals.
* Develops contingency planning and risk mitigation strategies to ensure successful delivery of project goals.
Business Development
Participates in bid defense meetings where presented as potential project manager/director.
Develops strong relationships with current clients to generate new and/or add-on business for the future.
* Keeps a current awareness of business unit’s and assigned projects’ therapeutic environment and drug development trends.
Management:
May train and support new Project Managers. Facilitates team training in accordance with protocol and/or project requirements, including therapeutic, protocol specific, and process training.
May be required to line manage other project management team members and clinical monitoring staff.
Additional Qualifications
Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) level of qualification in life sciences, Medicine, Pharmacy, Nursing or related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Strong knowledge of Good Clinical Practice/ICH guidelines, regulatory requirements, drug development process and clinical monitoring procedures.
Clinical research organization (CRO) and relevant therapeutic experience preferred.
Strong ability to manage time and work independently.
Ability to embrace new technologies.
Excellent communication, presentation, interpersonal skills, both written and spoken.
Flexibility and the ability to mentor and manage new staff and to handle multiple tasks to meet deadlines delivering high quality work in a dynamic environment.
Ability to travel as necessary (approximately 25%).
At Syneos Health, we believe in providing an environment and culture in which Our People can thrive, develop and advance. We reward and recognize our people by providing valuable benefits and a quality-of-life balance. The benefits for this position may include a company car or car allowance, Health benefits to include Medical, Dental and Vision, Company match 401k, eligibility to participate in Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Eligibility to earn commissions/bonus based on company and individual performance, and flexible paid time off (PTO) and sick time. Because certain states and municipalities have regulated paid sick time requirements, eligibility for paid sick time may vary depending on where you work. Syneos complies with all applicable federal, state, and municipal paid sick time requirements.
Salary Range:
$114,000.00 - $210,900.00
The base salary range represents the anticipated low and high of the Syneos Health range for this position. Actual salary will vary based on various factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, and proficiency for the role.
Get to know Syneos Health
Over the past 5 years, we have worked with 94% of all Novel FDA Approved Drugs, 95% of EMA Authorized Products and over 200 Studies across 73,000 Sites and 675,000+ Trial patients. No matter what your role is, you’ll take the initiative and challenge the status quo with us in a highly competitive and ever-changing environment. Learn more about Syneos Health.
Additional Information
Tasks, duties, and responsibilities as listed in this job description are not exhaustive. The Company, at its sole discretion and with no prior notice, may assign other tasks, duties, and job responsibilities. Equivalent experience, skills, and/or education will also be considered so qualifications of incumbents may differ from those listed in the Job Description. The Company, at its sole discretion, will determine what constitutes as equivalent to the qualifications described above. Further, nothing contained herein should be construed to create an employment contract. Occasionally, required skills/experiences for jobs are expressed in brief terms. Any language contained herein is intended to fully comply with all obligations imposed by the legislation of each country in which it operates, including the implementation of the EU Equality Directive, in relation to the recruitment and employment of its employees. The Company is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, including the provision of reasonable accommodations, when appropriate, to assist employees or applicants to perform the essential functions of the job.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Visa Sponsorship as an Experienced Project Manager
Lead with your PMP or domain credentials
Visa sponsorship for project managers hinges on specialty occupation status. A PMP certification combined with a degree in engineering, computer science, or business strengthens your petition significantly. Highlight both on every application and in interviews.
Target industries with established sponsorship track records
Tech, defense contracting, construction, and management consulting sponsor experienced project managers far more consistently than other sectors. These industries regularly file H-1B petitions for PMs and have internal immigration infrastructure to support the process.
Frame your role as requiring specialized technical knowledge
USCIS scrutinizes project manager petitions closely. Emphasize domain-specific expertise, such as software development lifecycle, infrastructure delivery, or clinical trial management, rather than general coordination duties. Your job description must reflect specialty-level complexity.
Prioritize larger employers over startups for sponsorship
Large companies with dedicated HR and legal teams process H-1B and E-3 petitions routinely. Smaller employers often lack the infrastructure or appetite for sponsorship. Targeting established organizations with 500-plus employees meaningfully improves your chances of receiving an offer.
Align your degree field with the role you are applying for
A degree in a loosely related field can create problems during adjudication. Project manager roles in IT are best supported by computer science or information systems degrees. Engineering PM roles pair best with an accredited engineering bachelor's degree or equivalent.
Apply to roles before H-1B registration in January and February
H-1B cap-subject sponsorship follows a strict annual timeline. Employers must register in March for an October start. Starting your job search by December gives employers enough runway to sponsor you through the current cap cycle without missing the deadline.
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Find Experienced Project Manager JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Can a project manager role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, but it requires careful documentation. USCIS has historically challenged project manager petitions, so the job description must demonstrate that a specific bachelor's degree in a directly related field is a baseline requirement, not just preferred. Roles tied to a technical discipline, such as IT project management requiring a computer science degree, are approved far more consistently than general management positions with loosely defined degree requirements.
What visa options are available for experienced project managers seeking U.S. sponsorship?
The H-1B is the most common path and covers project managers across industries. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3, which has no lottery and is significantly easier to obtain. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify under TN status for management consultant roles. O-1A is an option for PMs with documented exceptional achievements, such as managing landmark infrastructure or high-profile technology programs.
Which degree fields best support visa sponsorship for project management jobs?
Engineering, computer science, information systems, construction management, and business administration are the strongest degree fields for supporting a specialty occupation petition in project management. The key is alignment between your degree and the technical domain of the role. A civil engineering degree supports a construction PM role well. An MBA alone, without technical coursework, may not satisfy USCIS for an IT-focused position.
How competitive is the H-1B lottery for project managers, and are there cap-exempt alternatives?
The overall H-1B selection rate in recent years has been approximately 25%, meaning most registrants are not selected. For project managers, this makes cap-exempt employers, such as universities, nonprofit research institutions, and certain government contractors, worth targeting specifically. Australians sidestep the lottery entirely through the E-3 visa. You can browse roles from employers with established sponsorship histories on Migrate Mate.
Do employers typically sponsor project managers for green cards, or just temporary work visas?
Many large employers that sponsor H-1B project managers will also initiate green card sponsorship, typically through the EB-3 category via PERM labor certification. The EB-2 is available for those with advanced degrees. Timeline from H-1B to green card approval varies significantly based on your country of birth, with Indian-born nationals facing multi-decade backlogs. Discussing green card intent early in the hiring process is reasonable for senior PM roles.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Experienced Project Manager jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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