Project Manager

What we are looking for:

The Project Manager is responsible for managing the projects assigned as a service to any of the Solesis businesses and is to lead the associated project cross-functional teams towards successful achievement of the project objectives. In this role, one is expected to communicate efficiently and effectively with all external and internal stakeholders involved, especially with management, the project team, and the customers (when required). In managing the project, the appropriate level of project management skills, tools, techniques, and knowledge should be applied to the initiating, planning, executing, monitoring, controlling, and closing activities to optimize project delivery success.

While leading the project team, one is expected to continually promote and elevate project management maturity, achieve alignment across stakeholders, assure team members accountability, resolve challenges collaboratively, and deliver value per the agreed-upon project parameters.

What you will do:

• Lead the development of project management plans with the project’s cross-functional team. This includes developing objectives, deliverables, timelines, schedules, and budgets.
• Lead the execution of the project management plans through the appropriate project resources assigned to achieve the project objectives within established timeline and budget.
• Lead alignment with key internal and external stakeholders to achieve project success.  
• Effectively present project management plans in enough detail to ensure alignment and understanding with all involved stakeholders (internal and external).
• Lead the identification of project risks and mitigate them appropriately.
• Lead the resolution of project issues with the cross-functional via critical thinking and creative techniques.
• Continuously maintain project management plans with the latest project information and progress. 
• Communicate project status to management, the project team, and other key stakeholders.
• Manage the project documentation in an organized manner accessible to the project team.
• Confidentially manage a high volume of project data and provide clarity to project stakeholders.
• Drive a culture of accountability towards achievement of valuable project outcomes and results.  
• Establish a positive work environment that ensures respect and optimal collaboration throughout the project lifecycle. When conflicts arise, foster teamwork to find effective resolutions.
• Contribute or lead efforts to optimize processes and workflows for increased efficiency that will lead to repeatable successes.
• Contribute or lead efforts to develop and implement best practices to drive project efficiency and value to the businesses.

Who you are:

• Bachelor’s degree in science, engineering, business management, or related field required plus three (3) years of relevant experience. OR  Master’s degree in science, engineering, business management, or related field plus two (2) years of relevant experience.
• Project or Program Management experience.
• Ability to effectively manage competing timelines, prioritization of communication amongst internal and external stakeholders, and drive results.
• Experience working within a matrixed organization.
• Experience supporting internal and external customers to develop project management plans and meet customer needs.
• Experience working with Contract Manufacturing Organizations in the Medical Device Industry is preferred.
• Experience working within a Regulated Environment with familiarity with ISO 9001 & 13485, FDA 210, 211, and 820 regulations.
• Experience working with cGMP and GDP practices and principles.
• Strong analytical and critical thinking ability.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

What we offer:

• Competitive benefits with multiple choice offerings
• 401k with excellent company match
• Annual Bonuses
• Paid short and long term disability
• Variety of supplemental insurance plans