Sr IT Project Manager- remote in NC or KY

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Full-time - Senior

Remote

10,001+ employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

As a Sr IT Project Manager at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will lead and manage multiple complex IT projects from initiation through delivery. This role involves working cross-functionally in a matrixed environment to ensure project solutions are delivered within the constraints of scope, quality, time, and cost. You will act as a liaison between departments and business line customers, providing consultation and support to meet business requirements and project targets.

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.
• 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.
• Strong leadership and collaboration abilities.
• 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.
• Strong verbal and written communication, time management, and organizational skills.
• Familiar with formal change management processes and methods.
• Seasoned in managing geographically distributed teams.

Nice-to-haves

• PMP and Agile certifications preferred.
• Experience with Scrum, SDLC, Agile methodologies.
• Experience in a life science field or industry.
• GxP regulatory guideline experience is a plus.

Benefits

• Health insurance coverage.
• 401k retirement savings plan.
• Paid holidays and vacation time.
• Professional development opportunities.