Senior Project Manager

ConvaTec Inc.; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Convatec is seeking a Senior Technical Project Manager to oversee new product development and lifecycle management for Ostomy Care projects. You will drive cross-functional collaboration across R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Operations and Commercial teams to meet scope, timing and budgets.

You will lead teams to deliver high-priority projects, set realistic milestones, and ensure rigorous adherence to IDEAL processes. A strong PM background in medical devices with excellent communication is required.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience successfully managing and delivering New Product Development projects in a regulated industry.
• Experience with medical devices or similarly regulated environments is preferred.
• Strong proficiency with MS Office suite and project management software.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver high-priority NPD and lifecycle projects on time and within scope.
• Develop detailed project plans, milestones, and resource plans.
• Ensure compliance with Design Control and IDEAL processes; prepare for Gate reviews.
• Maintain effective stakeholder communication and escalate risks promptly.

Skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Leadership

Risk management

Project governance

Stakeholder management

Time management

Education

Advanced Degree in Engineering or Science

PM Certification (PMP/APM) preferred

Tools

MS Word

MS Project

MS Excel

MS PowerPoint

MS Teams

SAP

MS Outlook

Project Management Cloud Software

Job description

Position Overview

Position Overview. The Senior Technical Project Manager oversees the project management, planning, execution, tracking, and reporting of Ostomy Care new product development and lifecycle management projects in accordance with agreed upon scope, timing, and budget. The role requires driving cross functional project and/or program execution through collaboration with various functional groups, including R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Operations and Commercial teams.

Key Responsibilities

Consistently project manage and deliver high priority projects to ensure completion on time and within the agreed scope and budget. Be proactive in his/her role within the Core Team. Working with Core Team members to scenario plan and mitigate the potential impact of risks to the project. With limited supervision, lead project teams to deliver low and medium complexity projects on-time and meeting the agreed target specifications associated with quality and cost. Support higher complexity projects and be willing to learn and embrace insights from more experienced team members. Be willing and able to set realistic yet challenging project milestones. Establish a high-performing team culture. Establish a core project team and work with across functions to provide a coordinated and collaborative approach to managing assigned New Product Development and Lifecycle Management projects. Create detailed project plans which clearly identify and sequence the activities needed to successfully complete each project and establish the resources (time, money, capital equipment, etc.) required to complete project activities. Work within a cross functional team to ensure workstreams are appropriately planned and integrated into master schedules. Establish effective communication plans ensure appropriate stakeholder management. Review project schedules and monitor overall progress with senior management and project team members; revise schedules/plan as required and providing timely escalation where appropriate to ensure successful completion. Manage compliance to both Design Control and Business processes, such as preparation for Gate reviews with core team and ensuring rigorous adherence to IDEAL, the Convatec new product development process. Set up files to ensure all project information is appropriately documented and archived. Support the PMO to develop and enhance project management tools, processes, and systems to ensure consistent and efficient ways of working

Skills & Experience

5+ years of experience successfully managing and delivering New Product Development projects for a medical device company Prior experience working in Medical Device or similar highly regulated industry Strong proficiency in the use of MS Word, MS Project, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, MS Teams, database software, SAP, MS Outlook, Project Management Cloud Software Strong communicator; Speak, listen and write in a clear, thorough and timely manner using appropriate and effective communication tools and techniques in-line with an outstanding Project Manager Leader and team-worker who actively looks to develop themself and others; proactively networks across a complex organizational hierarchy and works cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals and resolve problems.

Qualifications/Education

Advanced Degree or equivalent experience in Engineering or Science discipline; MS preferred Project management certification is preferred (PMP, APM or equivalent)

Travel Requirements

Position may involve travel up to 15% of the time.

Working Conditions

Remote working regime with the expectation of travelling to Deeside and Manchester as required for project meetings and workshops.

Equal opportunities

Convatec provides equal employment opportunities for all current employees and applicants for employment. This policy means that no one will be discriminated against because of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, nationality, citizenship, ancestry, sex, age, marital status, physical or mental disability, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity, military or veteran status, genetic predisposing characteristics or any other basis prohibited by law.

About Convatec

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading positions in Advanced Wound Care, Ostomy Care, Continence Care, and Infusion Care. With over 10,000 colleagues, we provide products and services in around 90 countries, united by a promise to be forever caring. Our solutions provide a range of benefits, from infection prevention, treatment for hard to heal wounds, at-risk skin and ulcerated tissue to supporting debilitating conditions, improved patient outcomes and reduced care costs. Convatec's revenues in 2025 were over $2 billion. The company is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index (LSE:CTEC).

To learn more please visit: http://www.convatecgroup.com. Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions, with leading market positions in advanced wound care, ostomy care, continence & critical care, and infusion care. Our products provide a range of clinical and economic benefits including infection prevention, protection of at-risk skin, improved patient outcomes and reduced total cost of care. If you would like to know how we intend to use your data following your application please refer to our full data privacy policy on the following link: https://www.convatecgroup.com/privacy-policy/