Senior IT Project ManagerLocation: Remote (must work PST hours)
Employment Type: Contract
Compensation: $85-100/hr W2 (No C2C please)
LHH is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead complex, enterprise-wide technology initiatives for a confidential client in the life sciences industry. This role will be responsible for driving strategic technology programs with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) implementation, digital transformation, and organizational readiness.
The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical project leadership, life sciences industry experience, and proven expertise in Organizational Change Management (OCM) to successfully guide stakeholders through technology adoption and business transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise IT projects focused on AI, automation, digital transformation, and business process optimization.
- Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, dependencies, and resource planning across cross-functional teams.
- Partner with business leaders, technology teams, vendors, and executive stakeholders to align project objectives with strategic business goals.
- Drive end-to-end AI implementation initiatives, including solution deployment, user adoption, governance, and operational readiness.
- Develop and execute Organizational Change Management strategies that support successful technology adoption and minimize business disruption.
- Create and maintain project plans, status reports, executive dashboards, communications plans, and steering committee presentations.
- Facilitate requirements gathering, business process analysis, and stakeholder workshops.
- Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively addressing issues and roadblocks.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, quality, and validation requirements common within life sciences environments.
- Track project performance metrics and continuously improve project delivery methodologies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field. In lieu of degree, experience will be considered
- 7+ years of experience managing complex IT projects within medium to large organizations.
- Demonstrated experience leading AI implementation projects, including generative AI, machine learning, automation, intelligent process automation, or related technologies.
- Prior experience working in the life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, or healthcare technology sectors is required.
- Strong background in Organizational Change Management (OCM), including stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and adoption strategies.
- Experience utilizing project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid frameworks.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience managing multiple concurrent initiatives in fast-paced, highly regulated environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP, Agile, Scrum Master, Prosci, or related certifications.
- Experience supporting GxP, FDA-regulated, clinical, quality, R&D, manufacturing, or commercial technology initiatives.
- Knowledge of enterprise platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Copilot, Salesforce, SAP, Veeva, ServiceNow, or similar solutions.
- Experience establishing AI governance, compliance, and responsible AI practices.
- Master's degree in a related field.
Why This Opportunity
- Lead high-visibility AI transformation initiatives with significant business impact.
- Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic technology programs.
- Help shape the future of digital innovation within a growing life sciences organization.
- Join a mission-driven environment dedicated to improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare innovation.
If you are an experienced
IT Project Manager with AI implementation, life sciences, and Organizational Change Management expertise, we encourage you to apply today.
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by federal, state, or local law; and holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to: Candidate Privacy Information
Pay Details: $85.00 to $100.00 per hour
Search managed by: Krysti Ellis
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Senior IT Project ManagerLocation: Remote (must work PST hours)
Employment Type: Contract
Compensation: $85-100/hr W2 (No C2C please)
LHH is seeking an experienced IT Project Manager to lead complex, enterprise-wide technology initiatives for a confidential client in the life sciences industry. This role will be responsible for driving strategic technology programs with a strong focus on Artificial Intelligence (AI) implementation, digital transformation, and organizational readiness.
The ideal candidate will bring a blend of technical project leadership, life sciences industry experience, and proven expertise in Organizational Change Management (OCM) to successfully guide stakeholders through technology adoption and business transformation initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise IT projects focused on AI, automation, digital transformation, and business process optimization.
- Manage project scope, timelines, budgets, risks, dependencies, and resource planning across cross-functional teams.
- Partner with business leaders, technology teams, vendors, and executive stakeholders to align project objectives with strategic business goals.
- Drive end-to-end AI implementation initiatives, including solution deployment, user adoption, governance, and operational readiness.
- Develop and execute Organizational Change Management strategies that support successful technology adoption and minimize business disruption.
- Create and maintain project plans, status reports, executive dashboards, communications plans, and steering committee presentations.
- Facilitate requirements gathering, business process analysis, and stakeholder workshops.
- Identify and mitigate project risks while proactively addressing issues and roadblocks.
- Ensure compliance with applicable regulatory, quality, and validation requirements common within life sciences environments.
- Track project performance metrics and continuously improve project delivery methodologies.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business, Engineering, or a related field. In lieu of degree, experience will be considered
- 7+ years of experience managing complex IT projects within medium to large organizations.
- Demonstrated experience leading AI implementation projects, including generative AI, machine learning, automation, intelligent process automation, or related technologies.
- Prior experience working in the life sciences, biotechnology, pharmaceutical, medical device, or healthcare technology sectors is required.
- Strong background in Organizational Change Management (OCM), including stakeholder engagement, communications, training, and adoption strategies.
- Experience utilizing project management methodologies such as Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid frameworks.
- Exceptional communication, presentation, and stakeholder management skills.
- Experience managing multiple concurrent initiatives in fast-paced, highly regulated environments.
Preferred Qualifications
- PMP, Agile, Scrum Master, Prosci, or related certifications.
- Experience supporting GxP, FDA-regulated, clinical, quality, R&D, manufacturing, or commercial technology initiatives.
- Knowledge of enterprise platforms such as Microsoft Azure, Microsoft Copilot, Salesforce, SAP, Veeva, ServiceNow, or similar solutions.
- Experience establishing AI governance, compliance, and responsible AI practices.
- Master's degree in a related field.
Why This Opportunity
- Lead high-visibility AI transformation initiatives with significant business impact.
- Collaborate with executive leadership on strategic technology programs.
- Help shape the future of digital innovation within a growing life sciences organization.
- Join a mission-driven environment dedicated to improving patient outcomes and advancing healthcare innovation.
If you are an experienced
IT Project Manager with AI implementation, life sciences, and Organizational Change Management expertise, we encourage you to apply today.
Benefit offerings include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits, and a 401(k) plan. Our program provides employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. Available paid leave may include Paid Sick Leave, where required by law; any other paid leave required by federal, state, or local law; and holiday pay upon meeting eligibility criteria.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/DisabledTo read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to: Candidate Privacy Information
Pay Details: $85.00 to $100.00 per hour
Search managed by: Krysti Ellis
Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
Military connected talent encouraged to apply
To read our Candidate Privacy Information Statement, which explains how we will use your information, please navigate to https://www.lhh.com/us/en/candidate-privacy
The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:
- The California Fair Chance Act
- Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
- Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
- San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance
Massachusetts Candidates Only: It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
