R&D Program Manager

Abbott; Westford (MA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 199,000; Full time

Job summary

Abbott is seeking an R&D Project Manager to lead software and hardware projects from planning through closing. The role coordinates cross-functional teams, manages resources and budgets, and mitigates risks to deliver on time and within scope.

Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in SW or Electrical Eng, 4+ years of PM experience, and familiarity with MS Project, Jira, Asana, and Smartsheet within Agile or hybrid environments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SW Engineering or Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 4+ years of project management experience (SW/HW).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Proficient with PM tools (MS Project, Jira, Asana, Smartsheet).
• Familiar with Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver project outcomes.
• Monitor progress, milestones, and adjust plans as needed.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Manage resources, including personnel and budget.
• Communicate status, updates, and risks to leadership.
• Ensure alignment with quality standards and best practices.
• Facilitate meetings and maintain project documentation.
• Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

Bachelors in SW/Electrical Eng

Tools

MS Project

Jira

Asana

Smartsheet

Job description

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 115,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Position Summary

The R&D Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing Software and Hardware projects on time, within budget, and within scope. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, managing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring stakeholders are informed and aligned throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders
• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets
• Lead cross-functional teams to successfully deliver project outcomes
• Monitor progress, track milestones, and adjust plans as needed
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies
• Manage project resources effectively, including personnel and budget
• Communicate project status, updates, and risks to stakeholders and leadership
• Ensure alignment with organizational goals, quality standards, and best practices
• Facilitate meetings, maintain documentation, and ensure project governance
• Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned and process optimization

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in SW Engineering/Electrical Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 4+ years of project management experience (varies by level) with SW or HW project management
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, Smartsheet)
• Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid)

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management Professional (PMP), Agile certification
• Experience in Medical Device industry, with SW project management experience
• Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills
• Experience with budgeting and financial tracking

Key Competencies

• Communication
• Attention to detail
• Adaptability and resilience
• Self Starter
• Leadership and team collaboration
• Strategic thinking and decision-making
• Time management and prioritization
• Risk management

Work Environment

• Typically operates in an office setting
• May require occasional travel depending on project needs
• Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Success Metrics

• On-time and on-budget project delivery
• Stakeholder satisfaction
• Quality of deliverables
• Effective risk mitigationTeam performance and engagement

The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.