Project Manager, R&D - NPD

Stryker • Flower Mound, TX

23h • Hybrid

About The Position

At Stryker, we’re seeking a Project Manager in R&D who thrives on driving results, leading cross-functional teams, and delivering high-quality outcomes. If you're energized by collaboration, innovation, and making a measurable difference, this is your opportunity to lead projects that matter. This dual‑role position leads New Product Development projects with a strong engineering focus while providing PMO analytics leadership, including metric analysis and PMO-wide continuous improvement execution. You will need to live within commuting distance to Stryker’s Flower Mound, TX office and be-onsite 2 days per week. To learn more about Stryker’s Communications Business Unit portfolio click here: https://www.stryker.com/us/en/communications.html

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field
• Minimum 4 years of relevant project management experience
• Proven ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex timelines
• Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet)
• High emotional intelligence and ability to stay calm under pressure
• Adept in conflict resolution

Nice To Haves

• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent
• Experience in regulated or quality-driven environments
• Previous relevant engineering experience

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of projects through charters, management plans, and detailed Gantt charts
• Define project scope with stakeholders and create structured work breakdowns to guide execution
• Monitor project budgets and ensure costs remain within approved limits
• Develop a risk management plan for the project including appropriate risk response plan
• Assign and manage project team resources, clearly defining roles and deliverables
• Build and execute stakeholder and communication management plans
• Provide performance feedback to functional managers and support team development
• Examine consolidated performance metrics of suppliers across the PMO and advise on continuous improvement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees