Project Manager

ITjobs.ca; Oakville; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in medical diagnostics is seeking a Project Manager to oversee development and design transfer projects. This role requires collaboration with cross-functional teams and excellent communication skills. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management within regulated industries, particularly in medical devices. Join a high-performing team dedicated to innovation and make a significant impact on global healthcare.

Benefits

Competitive compensation and benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Collaborative environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of project management experience in medical devices or similar regulated industry.
• Experience with ISO 13485, CLIA, FDA regulations, and risk management.

Responsibilities

• Apply project management principles to develop disruptive technologies.
• Lead project teams by providing clear direction and managing stakeholder expectations.
• Deliver projects on time while maintaining scope by managing resources and risks.

Skills

Communication

Organizational Skills

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's or higher degree in Business Administration

Bachelor's or higher degree in Life Sciences

Bachelor's or higher degree in Engineering

Tools

Smartsheet

MS Project

JIRA

MIRO

FigJam

Job description

About you:

The Project Manager is responsible for executing development and design transfer projects within the portfolio. This involves daily task management, overseeing project controls, and KPI management to ensure adherence to milestones. The individual will collaborate with cross-functional teams, requiring excellent verbal and written communication skills. This position is on-site and involves working in a fast-paced environment with team members both on and off-site.

What you'll do:

1. Apply project management principles to develop disruptive technologies, progressing concepts from research to commercialization.
2. Spearhead cross-functional teams including industrial design, firmware, software, mechanical, electrical, assay development, and service to achieve product commercialization success.
3. Work with project teams to scope out work needed to meet aggressive timelines, and escalate budget and resource constraints.
4. Lead project teams by providing clear direction, ensuring alignment with project goals, and managing stakeholder expectations.
5. Maintain hands-on control of projects through regular reviews, design reviews, and audits.
6. Ensure project visibility via regular technical, management, and progress meetings, working closely with project analysts to track KPIs.
7. Deliver projects on time while maintaining scope by managing resources, risks, and tracking progress daily.
8. Develop detailed project documentation, including schedules, status reports, issues logs, and meeting decisions.
9. Suggest process improvements during project execution.
10. Develop and execute risk management plans to handle project risks and opportunities, executing contingency plans as needed.
11. Ensure project meets expectations for service and manufacturing transfer, including design release, procedure readiness, and bills of materials.

What you need:

• Bachelor's or higher degree in Business Administration, Life Sciences, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of project management experience in medical devices or similar regulated industry, preferably in a cGMP environment.
• Experience with ISO 13485, CLIA, FDA regulations, negotiations, risk management, and supply chain management in a global environment.
• Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to multitask across projects.
• Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally in multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in project management software such as Smartsheet, MS Project, JIRA, MIRO, or FigJam.

What you’ll get:

• An opportunity to shape the future of medical diagnostics and impact global healthcare.
• A collaborative environment with a high-performing team dedicated to innovation.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• A platform for professional growth.

What excites us:

• Prior experience in hardware, software, and reagent development projects in diagnostics or regulated industries.
• PMP or similar certification or willingness to pursue it.
• Excellent communication skills at all organizational levels.
• Flexibility to work long hours as needed.
• Experience with Scrum/Agile methodologies, Lean Six Sigma, or process improvement certifications.
• An appreciation for puns!

About Vital:

Vital is revolutionizing point-of-care diagnostics with our platform, VitalOne, delivering real-time care. Our team spans chemistry, software, engineering, and microfluidics, committed to making healthcare more accessible and proactive. We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. Accommodation requests are welcomed.