Project Manager (IVD/POC)

SEKISUI Diagnostics•San Diego, CA

20h•$100,000 - $115,000•Onsite

About The Position

Sekisui Diagnostics is seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead complex projects, ideally within the medical device, diagnostics, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical industries. The role involves managing scope, cost, scheduling, and ensuring projects are completed on-time and on-budget. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced environments, balances multiple priorities, stays organized, is detail-oriented, and focused on delivering results. Strong project planning, scheduling, and tracking expertise are essential, along with the ability to anticipate risks and keep projects moving forward. This is an onsite role with an opportunity for flexible work.

Requirements

At least five years of success leading complex projects, ideally within the medical device, diagnostics, biotechnology, or pharmaceutical industries.
Strong project planning, scheduling, and tracking expertise.
Ability to anticipate risks and keep projects moving forward.
Collaborative leader who can build trust, create alignment, and effectively influence team members and stakeholders, even when not having direct authority.
Confident communicating recommendations, facilitating productive discussions, and driving decisions that support project objectives.
Ability to remain calm and solution-focused when challenges arise, working through adversity and differing perspectives while maintaining positive relationships.
Takes ownership, demonstrates sound judgment, and knows when to escalate issues to ensure successful project outcomes.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification is desirable.
Experience with Japanese culture is a plus.

Responsibilities

Lead cross-functional project teams and sub-teams by facilitating discussions, gathering input, driving alignment, and ensuring accountability for project objectives for both new product development and continuous improvement initiatives
Develop and manage detailed project plans, timelines, and deliverables to ensure projects remain on schedule and within scope.
Monitor project progress, identify risks and obstacles, and implement mitigation strategies to improve predictability and project success.
Communicate project status, key milestones, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders to support informed decision-making.
Resolve project challenges proactively, balancing competing priorities and navigating constructive conflict to keep projects moving forward.