Director Corporate Project Management (CPMO) at Catalyst Pharmaceuticals Inc

Coral Gables, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 May, 26

Salary

245000.0

Posted On

06 Feb, 26

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Leadership, Strategic Partnership, Stakeholder Management, Financial Management, Risk Management, Change Management, Communication, Analytical Skills, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Team Building, Continuous Improvement, Conflict Resolution, Executive Presence, Pharmaceutical Experience

Industry

Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Description

Description The Director, Corporate Project Management (CPMO), is a senior leadership role responsible for the end-to-end oversight and execution of complex, cross-functional initiatives that are critical to the company’s strategic and operational objectives. This role leads project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure across multiple enterprise-level programs. Working closely with cross-functional partners, including Regulatory Affairs, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing, Sales & Marketing, Medical Affairs, and Market Access. The Director will ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, within budget, and in alignment with corporate priorities. The role requires deep pharmaceutical/biotech industry experience, strong executive presence, and the ability to translate strategy into disciplined execution. The Director, Corporate Project Management, will serve as a strategic partner to the EVP of Corporate Operations and the Executive Leadership Team (ELT), enabling organizational scalability, operational excellence, and high-quality decision-making through effective project governance, risk management, and stakeholder communication. Requirements Responsibilities (included but not limited to): Project & Portfolio Leadership Lead and deliver multiple large- and mid-scale, enterprise-level projects to achieve corporate objectives Establish and manage project governance, execution standards, and best practices across the organization Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, milestones, timelines, and resource requirements aligned with corporate strategy Identify and manage project dependencies, critical path, risks, and mitigation plans Strategic Partnership & Leadership Partner with the EVP of Corporate Operations and the ELT to build, scale, and mature core operational capabilities Serve as the primary liaison between project owners and the EVP of Corporate Operations/ELT Align project priorities with enterprise strategy and evolving business needs Support change management initiatives to ensure successful adoption of project outcomes Execution & Stakeholder Management Coordinate internal teams and external vendors/partners to ensure seamless execution Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders Communicate project status, progress, risks, and mitigation strategies to senior leadership Assess project requirements and recommend sound, scalable execution approaches Financial & Performance Management Develop and manage project budgets, forecasts, and financial tracking Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and success metrics Ensure continuous monitoring of scope, schedule, budget, and quality delivery Education/Experience/Skills: Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred PMP, APM, or PRINCE2 certification strongly preferred 8–15 years of project management experience within pharmaceutical and/or biotech environments Extensive experience leading cross-functional, matrixed teams Demonstrated success aligning project execution with corporate strategy Proven track record of managing budgets, timelines, and complex stakeholder environments Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Market Access, Medical Affairs, Regulatory, and Commercial teams Experience managing external partners including agencies, consultants, and advocacy organizations Rare disease experience strongly preferred Strong executive presence with the ability to influence at all organizational levels Exceptional organizational, prioritization, and time-management skills Advanced communication and presentation capabilities Strategic thinker with strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills Proven leadership and team-building abilities Expertise in change management, continuous improvement, conflict resolution, and consensus building High level of integrity, discretion, and commitment to ethical standards Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with shifting priorities Travel Requirements: Monthly travel to Coral Gables, FL headquarters Additional business travel may include evenings, weekends, and multi-day trips Catalyst is committed to providing competitive wages and comprehensive benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, a retirement savings plan with Company Match, and more. Further details about our benefits package can be found here: https://www.linkedin.com/company/catalystforrare/life/life-at-catalyst/?viewAsMember=true The base salary for this position will range from $225,000 to $245,000. Candidate experience, professional licensing, and geographic location will be taken into consideration. EEO Statement Catalyst Pharmaceuticals is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a culturally diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race; color; creed; religion; national origin; age; ancestry; nationality; marital, domestic partnership or civil union status; sex, gender, gender identity or expression; affectional or sexual orientation; disability; veteran or military status or liability for military status. Recruitment & Staffing Agencies: Catalyst Pharmaceuticals does not accept unsolicited agency resumes. Agency resumes will only be accepted if the agency is formally engaged by Catalyst Human Resources.

Responsibilities

The Director, Corporate Project Management is responsible for overseeing and executing complex, cross-functional initiatives critical to the company's objectives. This includes leading project initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure across multiple enterprise-level programs.