Manager, Project Management

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Applied Medical is a new generation medical device company with a proven business model and commitment to innovation fueled by rapid business growth and expansion. Our company has been developing and manufacturing advanced surgical technologies for over 35 years and has earned a strong reputation for excellence in the healthcare field.  Our unique business model, combined with our dedication to delivering the highest quality products, enables team members to contribute in a larger capacity than is possible in typical positions.

Position Description

The Manager, Project Management leads and manages projects across multiple functional areas while ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. This role oversees project planning, coordination, risk management, stakeholder communication, and successful project outcomes. The Manager is responsible for managing, supervising, and developing project management team members by providing coaching, performance feedback, professional development opportunities, and day to day guidance to support individual and team success. The Manager applies Applied Medical's project management methodology, collaborates with cross-functional teams, and contributes to continuous improvement initiatives that enhance project outcomes, team effectiveness, and operational performance.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads and coordinates project teams to achieve objectives within scope, schedule, and budget, applying Applied Medical's project management methodology and best practices.
• Manages and supervises project management team members, assigning work, setting expectations, and monitoring performance.
• Coaches and mentors team members, conducts performance evaluations, and supports individual development plans and succession planning.
• Develops and maintains project plans, schedules, resource requirements, and status reports.
• Identifies, assesses, tracks, and mitigates project risks, issues, dependencies, and conflicts throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitates project meetings and communicates status, decisions, milestones, and action items to stakeholders and leadership.
• Partners with internal customers, Applied Technology Services team members, cross-functional departments, and international partners to define project requirements, objectives, and success criteria.
• Establishes and tracks project metrics, supports change management activities, and drives continuous improvement in project management processes.

Success in This Role Looks Like

• Delivers projects on scope, schedule, and budget across multiple functional areas.
• Builds a high performing project management team through coaching, feedback, and development.
• Maintains clear, proactive communication with stakeholders and leadership.
• Identifies and mitigates risk before it affects project outcomes.
• Strengthens project management standards and practices across the team.
• Fosters a collaborative, engaged team environment.

Position Requirements

This Position Requires the Following Skills and Attributes

• Holds a bachelor's degree in business administration, project management, engineering, or a related field, or brings an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Brings five or more years of project management experience, including experience leading cross-functional projects.
• Brings two or more years of experience managing, supervising, or developing team members.
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices.
• Communicates effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders at all levels.
• Manages multiple projects and competing priorities while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines.

Preferred

The Following Skills and Attributes Are Preferred

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

Benefits

• Competitive compensation range: $100000 - $140000 / year (California).
• 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.

Please note that the compensation range may be adjusted in the future, and bonus and incentive compensation plans may apply.

Our total reward package reflects our commitment to team member growth and well-being, as we invest in your development and offer a range of benefits designed to enhance your career and life.

All compensation and benefits are subject to plan documents and written agreements.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Applied Medical is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), or sexual orientation, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local laws in the locations where Applied Medical operates.