Project Manager III

Our client a world leader in diagnostics and life sciences is looking Project Manager III. Kindly have a look at the details below and let us know if you are interested.

Job Duration: Long Term Contract(Possibility Of Extension)

Location: Pleasanton CA

Company Benefits include:

Healthcare (Medical Dental & Vision)

Paid Sick leave

401k (with 2% employer match)

Responsibilities:

Responsible for all aspects of various projects of a less complex nature or for some aspects of projects which are highly complex. Interfaces with all areas affected or supporting the project. Responsible for assembling project timeline assigning individual responsibilities identifying appropriate resources needed and developing schedule to ensure timely completion of project. Monitors projects from initiation through delivery including monitoring budget/spending.

Manages project information to support project team Lifecycle Team and/or Solutions Portfolio Committee for decision making

Accountable for quality implementation on projects in the following areas:

Project risk management

Critical path analysis

Scenario creation and analysis

Budget

Robust planning

Ability to identify and communicate issues proactively to a wide range of stakeholders

Creates coordinates and maintains integrated project plans in Project & Portfolio Mgmt Tool (PPM)

Identifies gaps potential bottlenecks or delays challenges assumptions and proposes options to close gaps and get projects back on schedule

Manages preparation for project milestone reviews

Manages meetings to include setting agendas organizing meeting time and meeting minutes

Executes project management processes

Follows best practices in project teams and fosters continuous improvement by sharing knowledge and continuous exchange

Formal Training/Education: Minimum (required):

BS/BA in science engineering or business administration OR equivalent combination of education and work experience

Project Managementspecific training and/or certification such as PMP Agile Scrum

Master or SAFe preferred

25 years project management product development and/or relevant experience