Project Manager

Applied Medical•Rancho Santa Margarita, CA

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Project Manager leads large-scale technology projects at Applied Medical, managing software applications, systems, platforms, services, and infrastructure initiatives throughout the full project lifecycle from initialization through deployment. This role oversees high-priority and business-critical projects that span information technology and infrastructure domains, often involving global team members and timelines ranging from one to five years in duration. The Project Manager defines project scope, coordinates deliverable schedules across cross-functional teams, and develops risk mitigation strategies while facilitating technically sound solutions aligned with Applied Medical's organizational objectives. Professionals with backgrounds in IT project management, enterprise systems implementation, infrastructure program management, or technology delivery will find this role a strong fit.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, business administration, or a related field.
Minimum of five years of project management experience, preferably within information technology or infrastructure environments.
Advanced experience managing application development projects and cross-functional technical initiatives.
Proficiency in project management methodologies, tools, and software, including scheduling, tracking, and reporting systems.
Strong problem-solving, analytical, and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple concurrent priorities.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present technical information to diverse audiences.

Nice To Haves

Experience managing software and application development projects within a manufacturing or production environment.
Familiarity with Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methodologies, Agile frameworks, and enterprise system integrations.
Certification in project management such as Project Management Professional (PMP) or Certified ScrumMaster (CSM).
Experience collaborating with global teams on large-scale, multi-year projects.

Responsibilities

Manage all stages of the project lifecycle for large-scale technology and infrastructure projects, including scope definition, scheduling, risk management, issue resolution, and budget oversight using established project management methodologies.
Prepare comprehensive project plans for all phases of the project lifecycle, balancing resource allocation across teams to ensure milestones and delivery timelines are consistently met.
Proactively identify and manage changes in project scope, issues, and risks, developing and executing contingency plans to keep high-priority initiatives on track.
Develop and prioritize project deliverables and artifacts, maintaining accurate meeting minutes that document key decisions and action items throughout the project lifecycle.
Facilitate project communication and change management activities, ensuring stakeholders at all levels receive clear, timely, and accurate updates on project status and progress.
Collaborate with business analysts, internal customers, and cross-functional teams to gather project requirements and ensure technical solutions align with business needs.
Manage vendor relationships and facilitate vendor evaluations in support of technology procurement and implementation activities.
Track and report project progress, risks, and financial performance to stakeholders, preparing and maintaining project documentation and reports within established timeframes.
Mentor and provide guidance to Project Coordinators and Project Analysts where applicable, supporting the development of junior team members within the project management function.
Apply a high level of attention to detail across all assigned projects, maintaining rigor and discipline throughout engagements that span multiple years and involve significant organizational complexity.