Job TitleProject Manager
Location(s)Covaris - Woburn - MA
Job DescriptionCovaris, LLC., a PerkinElmer company, is a profitable and rapidly growing technology company headquartered in Woburn, Massachusetts. Covaris developed the proprietary and patented Adaptive Focused Acoustics™ (AFA) technology platform, holding a leadership position in sample preparation for DNA sequencing and providing significant benefits to drug delivery and formulation development. For more information, visit www.covaris.com.
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Project Manager to lead complex hardware/software development projects within the life sciences industry. In this role, you will oversee project planning, execution, and cross-functional collaboration to ensure successful delivery of innovative solutions. Your expertise in risk management, budget oversight, and stakeholder communication will be essential as you drive projects forward. This is a great opportunity for a proactive leader with a strong technical background and a passion for advancing the life sciences field to play a pivotal role in shaping the future of our organization. This position will be located at our global headquarters in Woburn, Massachusetts.
Essential Responsibilities: The employee may be required to perform all or a combination of the following essential responsibilities as determined by business necessity.
Project Planning and Execution:
- Develop comprehensive project plans outlining scope, timeline, milestones, and resource requirements.
- Execute projects according to the project plan, ensuring adherence to quality standards and project deliverables.
Cross-functional Collaboration:
- Work closely with internal stakeholders, including R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, Procurement, Marketing, Sales, and other teams to ensure alignment on project goals and objectives.
- Foster a collaborative and communicative environment to facilitate successful project outcomes.
Risk Management
- Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure successful project delivery.
- Proactively address issues as they arise, keeping the project on track and within scope.
Budget Management
- Monitor project budgets and expenditures, ensuring financial goals are met.
- Provide regular financial updates to stakeholders and make recommendations for cost optimization.
Stakeholder Communication
- Communicate project progress, updates, and challenges effectively to all stakeholders.
- Conduct regular status meetings to discuss status, issues, decisions and other critical aspects of the project
Reporting
- Create comprehensive weekly/monthly reports as required on the status and key aspects of the project for leadership communication
Non-Essential Responsibilities: In addition to the essential responsibilities listed above, the employee may be required to perform other non-essential functions. Employees are required to
follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by their supervisor.
Basic Qualifications:- Bachelor's degree in engineering or a scientific field with 5+ years of post-college experience, or a Master's degree with 5+ years of experience.
- Minimum of 2 years as a technical Project Manager leading integrated hardware/software (preferably instrument) development projects and managing cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:- Familiarity with PMBOK; PMP certification preferred.
- Familiarity with ISO 13485 and medical device development & certification is a plus.
- Strong understanding of biochemical and mechanical engineering is highly desired.
- Proven ability to lead technical teams, manage stakeholder expectations, and resolve conflicts effectively.
- Ability to translate customer needs into clear project scope and technical requirements.
- Skilled in developing work breakdown structures (WBS), project schedules, budgets, and resource planning.
- Ability to travel up to 10% to domestic customers and vendors.
- Understanding of electro-mechanical device development.
- Familiarity with Scrum, Kanban, and structured problem-solving methodologies (A3, Fishbone, Six-Step, etc.).
- Knowledge of PERT charts, Monte Carlo Simulation, FMEA, DOE, and DFM.
- Six Sigma certification is a plus.
The annual compensation range for this full-time position is $105,000 to $150,000 plus 10% bonus. The final base pay offered to the successful candidate will be determined by factors including internal equity, work location, as well as individual qualifications, such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Reasonable Accommodation: Covaris is committed to the spirit and the letter of the Americans with Disabilities Act. All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate otherwise qualified individuals.
