What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager II / PMP, Agile, Scrum Master or SAFe/project management/ product develop position at Maxis Clinical Sciences?
Project Manager II
Category: Medical/Clinical
LOCAL CANDIDATES TO PLEASANTON ONLY
MUST BE ONSITE 2-3 DAYS A WEEK (50% onsite)
DUTIES
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
•Performs other duties as assigned
SKILLS
•Problem solving skills and ability to coordinate project related activities
•Strong written and oral communication skills
•Basic stakeholder management and facilitation skills
•Proficient in MS Project and/or Project & Portfolio Management Tool
•Ability to manage projects with ambitious milestones
•Ability to escalate and drive management decisions in relation to project execution and resource needs
•Understanding of relevant Design Control and/or Phased Development processes preferred
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
•BS/BA in science, engineering or business administration OR equivalent combination of education and work experience
•Project Management-specific training and/or certification such as PMP, Agile, Scrum Master or SAFe preferred
•Master's degree preferred
- •2-5 years project management, product development and/or relevant experience
