Project Manager, PMO

Socket.dev; Allendale (NJ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

VB Spine in New Jersey seeks a seasoned Project Management Office professional to lead critical New Product Development projects and manage cross‑site teams, including international locations. You will drive PMO processes, scope control, budgeting, risk and stakeholder communications.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree with 4+ years in regulated environments, PMP preferred, and proficiency with MS Project, Project for the Web, MS Teams, Power BI, Visio, Excel and PowerPoint.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent plus 4+ years of PM experience.
• PMP certification preferred.
• Experience leading projects in a regulated industry (medical device experience preferred).
• Proficiency with project management tools: MS Project, Project for the Web, MS Teams, Power BI, Visio, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development of the project charter and project management plan; direct, manage, monitor, and control the project.
• Meet with stakeholders to refine project scope, create detailed Work Breakdown Structures, and obtain management approval.
• Develop and manage detailed project Gantt charts; analyze critical path and major workstreams.
• Establish, monitor, and maintain project budgets in collaboration with supervisors and stakeholders.
• Develop and execute risk management plans — identify, analyze, and respond to project risks.
• Contribute to Procurement Management Plans and collaborate on the selection of partners.
• Estimate, acquire, and assign project team resources; define roles, responsibilities, and deliverables; provide feedback on team member performance.
• Develop and execute Stakeholder and Communications Management Plans.
• Build strong working relationships across internal and external teams while driving results under demanding timelines.
• Influence without direct authority and maintain high team morale.
• Incorporate end‑user feedback to refine scope and effectively communicate changes to stakeholders.
• Keep the customer at the heart of decision‑making and exercise sound judgment amid ambiguity.
• Oversee and coordinate team members and stakeholders across multiple VB Spine locations, including international sites.

Skills

Project leadership

Stakeholder management

Communication

Risk management

Influence without authority

Growth mindset

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent

PMP certification or equivalent preferred

Tools

MS Project

Project for the Web

MS Teams

Power BI

Visio

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the development of the project charter and project management plan; direct, manage, monitor, and control the project
• Meet with stakeholders to refine project scope, create detailed Work Breakdown Structures, and obtain management approval
• Develop and manage detailed project Gantt charts; analyze critical path and major workstreams
• Establish, monitor, and maintain project budgets in collaboration with supervisors and stakeholders
• Develop and execute risk management plans — identify, analyze, and respond to project risks
• Contribute to Procurement Management Plans and collaborate on the selection of partners
• Estimate, acquire, and assign project team resources; define roles, responsibilities, and deliverables; provide feedback on team member performance
• Develop and execute Stakeholder and Communications Management Plans
• Build strong working relationships across internal and external teams while driving results under demanding timelines
• Influence without direct authority and maintain high team morale
• Incorporate end‑user feedback to refine scope and effectively communicate changes to stakeholders
• Keep the customer at the heart of decision‑making and exercise sound judgment amid ambiguity
• Oversee and coordinate team members and stakeholders across multiple VB Spine locations, including international sites

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent and 4+ years of relevant work experience
• PMP certification or equivalent preferred
• Experience leading projects in a regulated industry (medical device experience preferred)
• Proficiency with project management tools: MS Project, Project for the Web, MS Teams, Power BI, Visio, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to lead large team meetings
• Strong emotional intelligence, conflict resolution skills, and ability to stay calm under pressure
• Ability to influence without authority and drive results in a matrixed environment
• Growth mindset with the ability to learn quickly and adapt to change

Why VB Spine?

We believe in growing talent from within. At VB Spine, join a high‑performing PMO team where you’ll lead critical New Product Development projects that bring innovative spinal implants and instruments to market — directly impacting patient outcomes.

Compensation:

Pay for this role is competitive and based on experience, qualifications, and performance. The typical pay range for this position is $110,000.00 - $125,000.00 annually, with potential for bonuses and incentives plus benefits. Final compensation is determined on a case‑by‑case basis and considers a variety of factors including experience level, project management expertise, and market conditions.

Benefits include:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Ongoing training and professional development opportunities
• Opportunity to grow within a fast‑paced, dynamic company