Senior Program Manager

Position Summary

Senior Program Manager at Catalent Pharma Solutions in Harmans, MD – FDA‑licensed CGMP facility for Gene Therapies.

Work schedule:

Monday–Friday 8:00am–5:00pm, 100% onsite. The role oversees client contracts and leads the full program lifecycle—initiating, planning, executing, and monitoring—to drive program objectives within scope, timeline, budget, and quality expectations.

• Lead and deliver program objectives within scope, timeline, budget, and quality expectations.
• Ensure adherence to sound project management practices.
• Balance multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
• Develop and maintain overall project plans and schedules (including tech transfer).
• Maintain collaborative, solution‑focused communication with clients.
• Provide regular project updates and progress reports.
• Monitor milestones, budgets, and deliverables to ensure on‑time, high‑quality completion.
• Troubleshoot issues and promote innovative, data‑driven solutions.
• Coach and mentor other program managers.
• Strengthen program management capabilities across the organization.
• Apply project management expertise with knowledge of biological sciences and finance.
• Drive programs forward and overcome obstacles independently.
• Lead without direct authority and influence stakeholders.
• Build strong cross‑functional relationships and resolve conflicts effectively.
• Communicate effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.
• Adapt within evolving organizational and program structures.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Science or Engineering (required).
• Advanced degree (MS, MBA, PhD) preferred.
• 5–7+ years of direct experience in contract development or manufacturing.
• Proven leadership and management skills.
• Working knowledge of biologics fermentation, cell culture, purification, and analytics (preferred).
• Experience in biologics preferred.
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project).

Anticipated salary range in Maryland: $118,720 to $163,240, plus an annual bonus when eligible.

• 152 hours of PTO + 8 paid holidays.
• Generous 401(k) match.
• Medical, dental, and vision benefits effective day one.
• Tuition reimbursement for completing or starting a degree.

Catalent is an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and veterans. If you require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process due to a disability, please send an email to Disabili including the job number, title, and location.