Project Manager, Construction

Abbott • Chicago, IL

3d • $129,300 - $258,700 • Onsite

About The Position

Abbott is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead large-scale, complex global engineering and operational initiatives that support strategic business objectives. The role provides leadership across cross-functional teams and drives project execution from concept through implementation, with responsibility for delivering projects on scope, schedule, budget, and quality objectives. It requires up to 50% domestic and international travel for project execution and stakeholder engagement.

The position partners with engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, procurement, finance, and business leadership. It manages internal and external resources, consultants, contractors, and vendors; supports strategic sourcing and contract negotiations; and presents project updates, recommendations, and business cases to executive leadership. The role also advances project management practices and governance, helps prioritize project investments, ensures compliance with relevant standards, and mentors project managers and cross-functional team members.

The listed base pay range is $129,300.00–$258,700.00, with possible variation in specific locations. The position is located in Abbott Park, United States, and is part of Global Engineering Services. Work activities include prolonged sitting and keyboard use for at least 50% of the workday.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Science, Operations, Project Management, or a related technical discipline, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 10+ years of progressive project or program management experience leading large, complex, cross-functional initiatives.
• Demonstrated success managing multimillion-dollar capital projects or global business programs from initiation through completion.
• Experience leading diverse, matrixed teams across multiple functions, business units, and geographic regions.
• Strong expertise in project planning, budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, risk management, and portfolio management.
• Proven ability to influence senior leaders and communicate effectively with executive-level stakeholders.
• Experience managing external vendors, contractors, and strategic partners.
• Strong financial acumen, including capital planning, project accounting, and budget management.
• Excellent problem-solving, negotiation, and decision-making skills.
• Willingness and ability to travel up to 50%.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced degree (MBA, MS, or another relevant graduate degree).
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management credential.
• Experience in medical devices, healthcare, diagnostics, pharmaceuticals, nutrition, life sciences, or another regulated industry.
• Knowledge of capital project delivery, facility expansions, manufacturing infrastructure, or large-scale operational transformation programs.
• Experience developing and implementing enterprise project management methodologies and governance frameworks.
• Demonstrated success leading global teams and initiatives across multiple regions.
• Strong understanding of procurement, contracting, supplier management, and strategic sourcing processes.
• Experience with project portfolio management, capital expenditure planning, and business case development.
• Proven track record of mentoring project managers and developing organizational project management capabilities.
• Experience presenting strategic recommendations and investment proposals to executive leadership teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead multiple large-scale, global projects and programs supporting business and operational strategies.
• Provide end-to-end project leadership, including planning, execution, risk management, budgeting, and stakeholder communications.
• Partner with cross-functional teams across engineering, operations, quality, supply chain, procurement, finance, and business leadership.
• Develop project scopes, schedules, resource plans, capital forecasts, and key performance metrics.
• Promote effective use of project management tools and methodologies, including scope control, financial forecasting, and risk management processes.
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks through proactive planning and contingency strategies.
• Manage internal and external resources, consultants, contractors, and vendors to support successful project delivery.
• Support strategic sourcing initiatives and collaborate with procurement teams on vendor selection and contract negotiations.
• Present project updates, recommendations, and business cases to executive leadership and secure stakeholder alignment.
• Establish and advance project management best practices, standards, and governance processes across the organization.
• Evaluate project portfolios and help prioritize investments aligned with business objectives and customer needs.
• Ensure compliance with quality, environmental, health and safety, regulatory, and corporate engineering standards.
• Mentor project managers and cross-functional team members while fostering accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Travel up to 50% domestically and internationally to support project execution, site leadership engagement, and business priorities.

Benefits

• Free medical coverage for employees via the Health Investment Plan (HIP) PPO.
• Retirement savings plan with high employer contribution.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Freedom 2 Save student debt program.
• FreeU education benefit, offering an affordable and convenient path to a bachelor's degree.
• Career development opportunities with an international company.
• Health and wellness benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior