Project Manager

HIGHRIDGE Inc.; Westminster (CO); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

HIGHRIDGE Inc. is looking for a part-time Project Manager based in Westminster, Colorado. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing project methodologies, leading core teams, and enhancing product development processes.

Must have a Bachelor's degree in an analytical field, along with 6-8 years of experience in new product development, preferably in a medical device sector. Strong leadership and communication skills are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years experience in new product development.
• Experience in a medical device regulated environment.
• Certified Project Manager Professional (PMP) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Be the process expert to support and improve methodologies.
• Lead the development of Core Team Members and Leaders.
• Schedule and manage Phase Reviews for product development.

Skills

Project Management

Leadership skills

Decision-making

Communication

Creativity

Team-building

Problem-solving

Education

Bachelor degree in an analytical field or related science

Tools

MS Office Applications

Job description

## Project ManagerApplylocations: US CO Westminstertime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 6 Days Agojob requisition id: JR100054Project Manager*Note: This is a part-time in office position based out of Westminster Colorado.***Principal Duties and Responsibilities:*** Be the process expert by being responsible for incorporating, supporting, training and improving methodologies.* Be the process expert for portfolio management by incorporating and supporting processes and tools that are used to identify, prioritize and select opportunities/projects for optimal portfolio value and strategic alignment.* Monitors NPD and transfer activity and provides or facilitates monthly updates to management on the status of projects via a report or online dashboard.* Lead the development of Core Team Members and Core Team Leaders by sponsoring or providing necessary training for the further development of their project management and leadership skills.* Collect and analyze the performance of the new product development and production transfer efforts by collecting data for key metrics and reporting out the performance.* Schedule, manage and document and be an active participant in the Phase Reviews to ensure the timely development and commercialization of products that are aligned with the business strategy and provide optimal portfolio and supply chain value.* Leads selected core teams as directed by the operations transformation team.*This is not an exhaustive list of duties or functions and may not necessarily comprise all of the "essential functions" for purposes of the ADA.***Expected Areas of Competence (i.e., knowledge, skills, and abilities)*** Broad knowledge of new product development methodologies and tools:* Project Management, Custer Needs Assessment, Financial valuation, Commercialization tasks Phase Gate Development, Managing by influence with listening & leadership skills.* Demonstrated ability to lead and coach the implementation of NPD and production transfer process improvements through cross-functional teams by listening and utilizing influence skills. (leadership)* Able to take action in solving problems and making decisions while exhibiting judgment and a realistic understanding of issues, able to use reason, even when dealing with emotional topics. (decision-making &problem solving)* Must possess an established track record of sound cross-functional actions and decisions impacting the business process and company results.(action oriented)* Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively (both oral and written) in a clear and concise manner. (communicate)* Presentation skills. Able to clearly present information through the spoken work; influence or persuade others through oral presentations in positive and negative circumstances, listens well. Must be able to emit a level of confidence and expertise to effectively train other employees (up, down and across the organization) at multiple sites in a broad range of topics.(communication)* Ability to establish relationships quickly with a broad range of constituents. Must possess a collaborative style to work effectively throughout the organization. Able to work with people in such a manner as to build high morale and group commitment to goals and objectives. (team-building)* Able to influence actions and opinions of others in a desired direction, to exhibit judgment in leading others to worthwhile objectives. (leadership)* Ability to withhold actions or speech in the absence of important information: deal with unresolved situations, frequent change, delays, or unexpected events. (tolerance of ambiguity)* Able to create positive energy (motivation) in both individuals and groups.(energizing)* Able to develop unique and novel solutions to problems; use intuition and a new way of thinking to give birth to new ideas; to present information in an attention-getting and interesting manner. (creativity)* Must be proficient in MS Office Applications.**Education/Experience Requirements*** Bachelor degree in an analytical field or related science required* 6-8 years experience in new product development required* Experience working in a medical device regulated environment* Experience working in a matrix organization.* Experience managing a functional area within Brand Management, Product Development, Finance or Operations is preferred, with demonstrated results-oriented performance.* Certified Project Manager Professional (PMP) is preferred.