Job Overview

Role Definition

The Manager II Project Management Engineering is responsible for leading a team of project managers while also managing a portfolio of projects. The role provides leadership to a small team of project managers (approximately 4–8 people), including project assignment, issue resolution, escalation management, interaction with customers and business-unit leadership, and achieving project KPIs (Launch on Time, Budget, Cost & Quality).

Job Requirements

Responsibilities

•    Manages a portfolio of complex, cross-functional engineering projects simultaneously
•    Team development: Develop knowledge sharing environment and provide ongoing feedback.
•    Help develop and lead the implementation of PMO operational strategy. 
•    Stakeholder management – Identifies and manages stakeholder expectations. Setting up cadence with stakeholders for smooth execution of projects.
•    Manage the escalation process through appropriate channels for the project management team.
•    Manage project capital, expense and resources within budget and ensure financial metrics are met.
•    Support alternatives evaluation, variance analysis, cost calculations, etc.
•    Develop project communication plans, lead periodic management level project reviews, report project progress, and manage stakeholder expectations.
•    Drive discipline in developing project schedules, resource requirements and budget forecasts.
•    Track and report on project progress and product cost.
•    Lead integrated change management control for portfolio of projects.
•    Addressing and resolving issues/impediments in project. 
•    Lead continuous improvement of existing processes and implementation of new processes.
•    Create, monitor, and control risk management plan.
•    The individual also leads project teams and manages a portfolio of their own projects as needed.

What your background should look like

 Candidate Profile – Education/Experience/Requirements

•    18-20 years working experience with engineering background.
•    15+ years of project management experience, medical device preferred.
•    10+ years of people management experience.
•    In depth understanding of stage gate process / end-to-end product development. 
•    Experience in effective project management strategies, project planning & execution.
•    Experience in managing teams including performance management, rewards, and recognition.
•    Extensive experience in stakeholder management. 
•    Proficient in Microsoft Project & other MS office tools (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).
•    Proficient in project ROI analysis (NPV, IRR, Payback period).
•    Certified PMP or equivalent project management certifications preferred.
•    Travel: Up to 25% as needed.

Competencies