Manager, Project Management

Applied Medical•Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

About The Position

Applied Medical is a medical device company that has developed and manufactured advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years. The Manager, Project Management leads and manages projects across multiple functional areas, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and successful project outcomes. The role oversees project planning, coordination, risk management, stakeholder communication, and the application of Applied Medical's project management methodology. The Manager also manages, supervises, and develops project management team members through coaching, performance feedback, professional development opportunities, and day-to-day guidance. The role collaborates with cross-functional teams and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance project outcomes, team effectiveness, and operational performance.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, engineering, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Five or more years of project management experience, including experience leading cross-functional projects.
  • Two or more years of experience managing, supervising, or developing team members.
  • Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
  • Effective communication with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.

Nice To Haves

  • Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent.
  • Experience managing projects within a regulated or medical device environment.
  • Experience supporting international or globally distributed teams.
  • Master's degree in business administration or a related field.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and coordinate project teams to achieve objectives within scope, schedule, and budget, applying Applied Medical's project management methodology and best practices.
  • Manage and supervise project management team members, assigning work, setting expectations, and monitoring performance.
  • Coach and mentor team members, conduct performance evaluations, and support individual development plans and succession planning.
  • Develop and maintain project plans, schedules, resource requirements, and status reports.
  • Identify, assess, track, and mitigate project risks, issues, dependencies, and conflicts throughout the project lifecycle.
  • Facilitate project meetings and communicate status, decisions, milestones, and action items to stakeholders and leadership.
  • Partner with internal customers, Applied Technology Services team members, cross-functional departments, and international partners to define project requirements, objectives, and success criteria.
  • Establish and track project metrics, support change management activities, and drive continuous improvement in project management processes.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Training and mentorship opportunities.
  • On-campus wellness activities.
  • Education reimbursement program.
  • 401(k) program with discretionary employer match.
  • Generous vacation accrual and paid holiday schedule.
  • Bonus and incentive compensation plans may apply.
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