Sr IT Project Manager- remote in NC or KY

Thermo Fisher Scientific - Wilmington, NC

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - Wilmington, NC

10,001+ employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Sr IT Project Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific will lead and manage multiple complex IT projects from initiation through delivery, working cross-functionally in a matrixed environment. This role requires establishing effective relationships with stakeholders, ensuring project objectives are met within the constraints of scope, quality, time, and cost. The position is remote but may transition to an office-based role in the future, and candidates should be located in the eastern time zone.

Responsibilities

• Determine project scope, goals, and results.
• Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Collaborate with teams from different departments to ensure project objectives are achieved on time.
• Address project risks and issues, and create plans to mitigate them.
• Monitor project progress and provide regular updates to team members involved.
• Plan and manage budget and forecasts associated with technology projects.
• Conduct thorough project evaluations to ensure quality and efficiency.
• Proactively manage and report on project health status including scope, resources, timeline, and budget.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages teamwork, continuous improvement, and innovation.
• Ensure vendor contracts are properly structured and meet project requirements and expectations.
• Manage vendor relationships and results to meet contractual obligations and project objectives.
• Ensure all project results meet the customer's time/quality/cost expectations.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• Previous experience in leading large-scale IT projects (8+ years).
• Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools.
• PMP and Agile certifications preferred.
• Strong financial competence.
• Solid track record of strong project management skills.
• Excellent social skills, including the ability to work across the organization and interact/influence/negotiate effectively at all levels.
• Critical thinker with solid judgment and strong initiative.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and influence collaboration across multiple and diverse groups.
• Ability to work independently and be a creative and innovative problem solver.
• Ability to delegate, effectively prioritize own and project team members workload.
• Ability to effectively use automated systems and computerized applications such as Microsoft Project, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel, Teams, etc.
• Familiar with formal change management processes and methods.
• Seasoned in managing geographically distributed teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Previous experience implementing clinical solutions in a validated environment.
• Previous Contract Research Organization (CRO) experience would be ideal.
• Experience with GxP regulatory guidelines.