Senior Project Manager Medical Device (Hybrid Arden Hills, MN) Possible Temp -to -Hire

Our F500 Medical Device client has an
exciting opportunity for a Senior Project Manager. 

Job Summary:

This role
manages the development and implementation of cross functional projects that
support medical device Quality organization, with a focus on cardiology
products once they are out on the market. Operating across global sites (US MN,
Ireland, Costa Rica), this position ensures high quality execution of project
initiatives tied to medical device post market surveillance, medical device
risk management, and medical device manufacturing quality operations.

As the first
dedicated project manager that serves a team with ~50 key leaders, the
individual will independently establish project management structure and play a
key role in incorporating project management methodologies into the
organization. The role requires strong collaboration, proactive communication,
and the ability to understand complex interdependencies across multiple
projects to drive prioritization, execution, and patient centric outcomes. This
role does not require technical knowledge of the functional work performed by
the Quality organization but will need to obtain working knowledge of the
processes in place to best serve the cross -functional teams.

Key
Responsibilities:

Project
Planning & Execution

• Estimate
project level of effort and resource needs using standard project management
techniques and tools.

• Prepare and
maintain project plans, schedules, and budgets using Microsoft Project and
related project management tools.

• Direct
project execution by assigning tasks, tracking progress, identifying risks, and
implementing contingency plans.

• Resolve
project related issues in collaboration with team members and stakeholders.

Cross
Functional Leadership & Stakeholder Engagement

• Work across
key Quality functions to identify organizational priorities, project needs, and
stakeholder expectations.

• Conduct
regular check ins with project leaders to understand their goals, ensure
alignment to business needs, and monitor progress.

• Hold team
members accountable to timelines and escalate risks when necessary.

• Proactively
engage stakeholders to understand requirements and maintain strong
relationships.

• Monitor
resource allocation across the organization.

Metrics,
Reporting & Communication

• Define,
obtain, and monitor key organizational performance metrics.

• Partner
with data analysts to generate and visualize project performance dashboards.

• Deliver
clear, concise communication to leadership through status updates, monthly and
quarterly reviews, and management level storytelling.

Quality &
Compliance

• Maintain
compliance with the Quality Policy and all documented procedures, demonstrating
commitment to patient safety and product quality.

• For
supervisory scenarios: ensure adequate resources and foster a work environment
supporting Quality System compliance.

Project
Management Expertise & Continuous Improvement

• Apply
standard methodologies to assure project quality and drive consistent
execution.

• Mentor
project leaders and share project management knowledge across internal teams.

• Understand
project interdependencies and provide recommendations on prioritization to
support business needs.

Qualifications:

5+ Years with
BA; 3+ Years with MBA

• Estimates
project levels of effort and resource requirements by using standard estimating
techniques and tools, and by working with appropriate staff to understand scope
of effort.

• Prepares
project plans, schedules and budgets by using project management tools such as
Microsoft Project and by working with appropriate staff to understand tasks
necessary to complete project.

• Directs
project execution by assigning tasks, tracking project schedules, identifying
risks, and developing and executing contingency plans.

• Assures
project quality by using standard development methodologies to develop and
execute project quality plans.

•
Communicates project status by preparing standard status reports, and by
participating in departmental and customer project status update meetings.

• Resolves
project issues by working with team members, project customers, and others as
appropriate.

• Consults
with internal project groups by sharing project management knowledge and
assisting or mentoring more junior project leaders in project management
processes and techniques.

•
Participates in external project management organizations, conferences and
seminars to keep current with industry best practices in project management by
joining professional associations and implementing a professional development
plan with focus on project management.

Excellent
communication, leadership, problem -solving, and interpersonal skills

Preferred:

PM
Certificate

Medical
device experience

Other
Details:

Schedule: 08:00:AM
- 04:30:PM

Work Setup: Hybrid
in Arden Hills, MN