Project Manager - Defined Term (Remote, EST)

Job Overview:

The Project Manager will be responsible for the leadership of complex cross-functional projects. The individual will manage multiple product group remediation activities. Additional project assignments may be assigned at the discretion of the supervisor and are based on business requirements. Key deliverables include the development of project timelines, project team assembly, managing the schedule for key deliverables, and maintaining effective communication throughout the project.This position is a fixed term for 12 months with potential for extension. The position is remote working Eastern Standard hours.

Job Responsibilities and Essential Duties

• Review current project landscape and define go forward execution strategy with stakeholder alignment.
• Develop and release all project-related deliverables, including project plan, schedule and report
• Manage a project with standardized methods and project models, including Waterfall or Agile
• Lead and support execution of technical and/or cross-functional project work
• Ensure the timely release of critical deliverables within the project
• Ensure all aspects of the project comply to internal procedures
• Understanding of group dynamics to influence team members
• Develop and present monthly status reports
• Effective communication with project stakeholders, local management, and global management
• Demonstrate leadership when facing uncertainty
• Instill confidence through leadership and actions
• Understand group dynamics and use this knowledge to lead the project
• Identify, support, and promote new concepts and initiatives related to Project Management within the organization as applicable and relevant to the success of the project.
• Communicate project status at defined intervals and meetings and escalate any concerns to the Supervisor and associated Management representatives.

Minimum Requirements

• BS in Business, Healthcare or equivalent experience
• Minimum of 4+ years in task or project lead role
• Domestic and/or international travel up to 20%

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• PMP certification or equivalent required
• Experience with Microsoft Project and other project management software
• Experience in leading tasks/projects through a structured, phase-gate process
• Lead and manage technical meetings with cross-functional members
• Medical Device experience including thorough understanding of Medical Device Quality Management Systems (EU MDR 2017/745, ISO 13485, 21 CFR 820, ISO 14971) a plus
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills; strong technical writing skills
• Well organized, detail oriented
• Task oriented and driven to complete assignments on schedule
• Must have the ability to effectively interface with both technical and non-technical personnel.
• Ability to influence and direct personnel without direct supervision

Supervision/Management of Others:

N/A

Internal and External Contacts/Relationships

• Work/mentor less experienced team members and/or peers on the project.
• Work with more experienced team members to understand products.
• Independent discussions/interaction with outside Customers, Vendors, and Consulting Firms

Physical Work Conditions

• Use of computer and telephone equipment and other related office accessories/devices to complete assignments
• May work extended hours during peak business cycles
• Physical requirements such as lifting specific weights up to 25lbs on occasion
• Driving and Travel requirements

The salary range for this position is between $90,000-111,000 depending on experience and location

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