Lead Project Manager, Solution Deployment Upgrade Delivery

Becton Dickinson; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 92,000 - 146,000; Full time

Job summary

Becton, Dickinson, and Company in the United States seeks a Lead Project Manager to collaborate with customers and lead implementation project teams on planning, scheduling and execution of all deliverables within scope. Responsibilities include pre-sales planning, product implementation, workflow design and governance, plus revenue forecasting and logistics.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, 3-5 years in a related field, and the ability to travel 25-75%.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent education and work experience.
• Experience with HIS/EMR systems preferred.
• 3-5 years of experience in related field.
• Willingness to travel up to 25-75% and work flexible hours.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate day-to-day activities to complete the project on time.
• Create and use project plans with milestones and task assignments.
• Forecast current and future revenue for assigned projects.
• Identify risks and develop action plans for resolution.
• Coordinate across TSC, Sales, Finance and other departments.

Skills

Project management

Pre-sales planning

Customer relationship

Team leadership

Program coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

3-5 years experience in related field

Tools

HIS/EMR systems

BD Medical Systems products

Job description

Job Description

We are the people who give possibilities purpose BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities.

The Lead Project Manager collaborates with customers and leads Implementation Project Teams on planning, scheduling and execution of all deliverables within the scope of the project or program. Activities include; pre-sales scope planning, implementation project management, product implementation, workflow and system design, configuration tasks, integration engineering functions, customer relationship and partnering and account management activities. In addition to customer-facing responsibilities, this position is also responsible for many backend business functions including revenue forecasting and recognition, equipment logistics (including ordering, customer confirmation and return authorizations), upgrade and governance methodologies, solution design best practices and quality system requirements.

Accountabilities

• Supports BD product teams to ensure the successful completion of their upgrade projects
• Lead, facilitate, coordinate, and track day‑to‑day activities required to ensure the project is completed on time, successfully, and in a manner consistent with organizational goals, departmental policies, established processes, and/or the standard terms and conditions of the contract
• Creation and use of project plans for assigned projects, which include clear milestones and assignment of project task responsibilities
• Successfully manage the scope of the project, including customer priorities
• Demonstrate a proactive approach to identify risks to project success; develop effective action plans for resolution
• Appropriately manage / elevate project issues or risks
• Managing customer expectations of product and services
• Ensure all role related project records are accurate and up to date
• Ensuring compliance with all relevant BD policies, procedures, and applicable regulatory requirements
• Demonstrate effective communication skills, verbal and written, with customers, project teams and leadership
• Demonstrated ability of leading project teams and act as an effective team leader for all matrixed staff
• Accurately forecasting current and future quarter revenue for each assigned projects
• Utilize governance tools (scope document, project status reports, risk and change logs, tollgates, etc.), for all assigned projects, to effectively manage all projects
• Provides constructive performance appraisal input through peer review process
• Demonstrates knowledge of industry‑recognized project management methodologies
• Compliant with forecasting and backlog management processes
• Provides coaching, mentoring, and training for project team and peers
• Effectively work across multiple departments (e.g. TSC, Sales, Finance)
• Demonstrates the professional and soft skills necessary to be an effective project manager

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent education and work experience. Experience with HIS/EMR systems preferred. Working knowledge of BD Medical Systems products desired. Experience with integrated delivery networks/enterprise level health systems preferred. 3-5 years of experience in related field. Driving requirements dictate that the candidate possess and maintain a valid driver license and be at least 21 years old. Home based position with travel. Travel may range from 25 - 75%, overnight travel. Position requires flexible working hours, including some nights and weekends. Ability to work independently from home office. Experience with managing virtual teams. Upon hire, must provide proof of, and maintain current immunizations and obtain additional immunizations appropriate for the facility which enables access to customer sites in order to perform essential job functions. Proofs must include: Hepatitis B, Influenza (current year), MMR (mumps, measles, rubella), Varicella (chicken pox) Annual TB/PPD (skin test), Tetanus/Diphtheria/Pertussis.

Location and Shift

• Work Shift: At BD, we reward, support and develop our associates through our comprehensive Total Rewards program. We are committed to attracting and retaining high quality talent by providing reward and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture, as well as a competitive package of compensation and benefits programs. You can learn more on our career site under "Our Commitment to You." Our salary or hourly rate ranges reward associates fairly and competitively. We regularly review these ranges and factors, such as location, contribute to the range displayed. Our pay is based on the role and the necessary skills and education to perform it successfully. The salary or hourly rate offered is determined by the role's specific requirements, including any applicable step rate pay system at the work location. Salary or hourly rate ranges are influenced by labor laws and Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) requirements applicable to the work location which may also affect the workplace arrangement of the role. Salary Range Information $91,500.00 - $146,300.00 USD Annual
• Primary Work Location: USA CA - San Diego Bldg A&B

Benefits

We are the #MakersofPossible Working together, we make products that patients, families and their healthcare professionals rely on. We do this because we are committed to advancing the world of health™. But it takes the imagination and passion of all of us at BD, from manufacturing to marketing, to look at the impossible and find solutions that turn dreams into possibilities with real‑life health benefits for people today, tomorrow and beyond. We make this happen, together. We are the makers of possible.

Why Join Us?

To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of healthcare. At BD, you’ll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow and thrive. We believe that when people connect in person, we learn faster, collaborate more deeply, and build a stronger culture. Join us and enjoy a culture where face‑to‑face collaboration supports your learning, your progress, and your success. To learn more about BD visit https://bd.com/careers.

Equal Opportunity Statements

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.