Sr Manager, Project Execution - Bioprocessing Hardware

ThermoFisher Scientific; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health plans

401(k) plan

PTO

Holidays

Tuition reimbursement

ESPP

Job summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is seeking a Sr. Manager of Project Execution to lead a team of Project Managers delivering high‑impact, cross‑functional projects in BEA. You will drive end‑to‑end delivery, partner with Finance, Operations, and Engineering, and ensure on‑time, on‑budget results with strong customer focus.

The role emphasizes leadership, governance, and talent development, with opportunities to improve execution across complex bioprocessing equipment and automation initiatives.

Qualifications

• 8+ years leading complex, cross-functional projects.
• 4+ years of people leadership experience.
• Strong customer orientation with client interaction.
• Proven ability to drive process improvements and execution excellence.
• Experience with forecasting, revenue recognition, and budgeting.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Project Managers delivering complex hardware and controls projects on time and within budget.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, prioritization, and escalation support across the portfolio.
• Partner with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Commercial, and Logistics.
• Monitor project health with KPIs and drive continuous improvement.
• Support forecasting, revenue recognition, resource planning, and reviews.
• Drive standardization of PM tools, processes, and governance.
• Develop PM talent through coaching and performance management.
• Champion change initiatives to improve execution and customer experience.
• Escalate and resolve complex project risks while maintaining customer relationships.

Skills

Project execution

Leadership

Communication

Financial acumen

Prioritization

Coaching

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/engineering/business

PMP certification preferred

Job description

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office

Job Description

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue exceeding $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, improving patient diagnostics and therapies or increasing efficiency in their laboratories, we are here to support them. Our team of more than 100,000 colleagues delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. For more information, please visit www.thermofisher.com.

Location

On-site Logan, UT or Waltham, MA. Relocation assistance is NOT provided.

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship.
• Must be able to pass a comprehensive background check, which includes a drug screening.

Position Summary

Thermo Fisher Scientific’s BioProcess Equipment & Automation (BEA) Business Unit is a global leader in single-use technologies for biomanufacturing. We deliver industry-defining solutions that make workflows more flexible, scalable, and consistent—helping customers bring life-changing therapies to patients faster.

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Sr. Manager of Project Execution to lead a team of Project Managers responsible for the successful execution of complex customer projects. This role is ideal for an experienced people leader with a strong background in project management, cross-functional execution, and operational excellence.

The Sr. Manager will oversee the end-to-end delivery of coordinated bioprocessing equipment and automation projects, ensuring customer satisfaction, predictable execution, on-time and on-budget delivery, and revenue recognition. This leader will develop project management talent, drive standard processes, remove execution barriers, and partner closely with cross-functional teams to deliver outstanding customer outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop a team of Project Managers responsible for delivering complex hardware and controls projects on time, within budget, and to customer expectations.
• Provide day-to-day leadership, prioritization, and escalation support to ensure successful execution across the project portfolio.
• Partner cross-functionally with Finance, Operations, Supply Chain, Engineering, Commercial, and Logistics to drive alignment and customer success.
• Monitor project health through key performance indicators (lead times, delivery performance, customer satisfaction, and financial performance) and drive continuous improvement (PPI).
• Support forecasting, revenue recognition, resource planning, and project reviews to ensure predictable business performance.
• Drive standardization of project management tools, processes, governance, and best practices across the team.
• Develop project management talent through coaching, performance management, and career development.
• Champion change management initiatives that improve execution efficiency, customer experience, and organizational effectiveness.
• Escalate and resolve complex project risks while maintaining strong customer relationships.

Experience

• 8+ years of project management experience leading complex, cross-functional customer projects; or equivalent.
• 4+ years of people leadership experience.
• Strong customer orientation with experience working directly with clients and commercial teams.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, resolve project risks, and influence cross-functional stakeholders.
• Experience driving process improvements and operational excellence initiatives.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong project execution and organizational leadership skills.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management capabilities.
• Strong financial and business acumen with the ability to manage project performance metrics.
• Ability to prioritize effectively, navigate ambiguity, and make timely decisions.
• Proven coaching and talent development skills.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in a scientific, engineering, or business field required.
• PMP certification or equivalent project management training preferred.

Compensation and Benefits

The salary range estimated for this position based in Utah is $130,000.00–$190,000.00.

This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

• A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs
• Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement
• At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy
• Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan
• Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

We offer competitive remuneration, annual incentive plan bonus scheme, healthcare, company 401k, and a range of employee benefits! Thermo Fisher Scientific offers employment with an innovative, forward-thinking organization, and outstanding career and development prospects. We offer an exciting company culture that stands for integrity, intensity, involvement, and innovation.

For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform critical job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request an accommodation.

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status.