Project Management Director jobs in New Jersey
Project Management Director develops and directs project management operations and strategic planning to meet organizational goals. Provides overall strategic governance for projects by establishing standards, processes, and tools used for effective project delivery. Being a Project Management Director establishes methodologies to set productivity and quality targets and to assess results for all projects. Responds to escalated project issues that may impede project delivery and coordinates solutions. Additionally, Project Management Director monitors and analyzes project metrics to identify weaknesses or problems and to propose operational improvements and cost savings for future projects. Requires a bachelor's degree. May require a project management certification. Typically reports to top management. The Project Management Director manages a departmental sub-function within a broader departmental function. Creates functional strategies and specific objectives for the sub-function and develops budgets/policies/procedures to support the functional infrastructure. To be a Project Management Director typically requires 5+ years of managerial experience. Deep knowledge of the managed sub-function and solid knowledge of the overall departmental function. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Project Management Capabilities Director
- Johnson & Johnson
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Raritan, NJ
FULL_TIME
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Description:
Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Project Management Capabilities Director located in Titusville or Raritan, NJ, Spring House, PA, or Beerse, Belgium.
At Johnson & Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/
For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) has been a part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Rooted in Our Credo, the values of DEI fuel our pursuit to create a healthier, more equitable world. Our diverse workforce and culture of belonging accelerate innovation to solve the world’s most pressing healthcare challenges.
We know that the success of our business – and our ability to deliver meaningful solutions – depends on how well we understand and meet the diverse needs of the communities we serve. Which is why we foster a culture of inclusion and belonging where all perspectives, abilities and experiences are valued and our people can reach their potential.
At Johnson & Johnson, we all belong.
This position will be responsible for planning, overseeing, and coordinating project management capabilities for Global Development (GD), as well as liaising with key stakeholders to ensure a coherent, aligned strategy across all relevant levels of the organization. This individual will also focus on influencing and equipping our project managers in GD with leading industry trends, competency upskilling and development of career ladders. The Director will partner with appropriate stakeholders to develop and align on a holistic strategy, approach and plan that supports the overall Global Development goals and objectives, embeds change, strengthens culture, and implements ways of working. The Director combines deep project management expertise with expert leadership to engage with our GD clinical functions and Delivery Units to drive program acceleration and increase probability of success by ensuring the PM Operating Model is utilized.
Key Responsibilities:- Monitor emerging trends for project and trial management and planning (e.g. automation, tools, etc.)
- Define GD-wide strategy for project management with clear quality standards and aligned with PM excellence goals, elevating/re-enforcing PM as a critical business process.
- Define GD-wide strategy for trial management and planning.
- Participate in activities of diverse PM organizations across J&J (e.g. J&J PMNet, community of practice) and bring best practices to GD for potential implementation. PML Academy responsibilities.
- Participate in X-TA trial management and planning activities.
- Define standardized Core PM processes aligned with PMI standards (e.g. Planning, monitoring/control, risk mgmt., budget, and resource mgmt.)
- Business Ownership of project mgmt. solutions including Planisware. Data governance for PM tools.
- Create templates for project management execution (e.g. Planisware and MSP templates)
- Ensure consistent use of PM tools and systems (e.g. Planisware, MSP, scenario planning)
- Ensure application of PM methodologies across TA’s (e.g. role expectations, accountabilities, terminology, and core PM processes)
- Define PM operating model and ways of working.
- Share best-practices for effective teams (e.g. meeting management)
- Responsible for leadership and influence with indirect PM talent, including defining a clear career path ladder for project management employees within GD.
- Develop, track and report on key performance indicators and metrics to support continuous improvement and effectiveness of PM practices to ensure maximum value generation for Global Development.
- Orchestrate and facilitate connection with Global Development (GD) leaders and key stakeholders to align across Delivery Units and oversee the execution of GD Project Management principles that supports GD goals and objectives, manage change, and embed the target culture and ways of working.
- Identify capability improvement opportunities and work with Project Management teams to drive improvements within the organization across our people, processes, and technology focus areas.
- Budget planning for any central PM or Planning needs for Global Development. Partnering and oversight of any third parties, contractors, and budget management.
- Key participant and member of PM Excellence Committee. Drive goals, objectives, and deliverables of this cross- functional leadership team focused on Project Management excellence.
- Cultivate strong relationships and partnerships with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
Education:- A minimum of a Bachelors Degree with at least 10 years of product development and project management experience is required
Required:- Operational knowledge of project management systems and visualization software is required
- Project management experience in cross functional R&D is required.
- Experience in a global matrix organization is required.
- Demonstrated ability to be creative and flexible to change/improve working environment in broad context is required.
- Must be capable of managing and prioritizing multiple priorities and have excellent overall business acumen is required
- Proven experience in a leadership role with a focus on strategic influence, stakeholder engagement, and organizational change management is required
- Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence, with the ability to build rapport, trust, and credibility with diverse stakeholders is required
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas and influence decision-making at all levels of the organization is required
- Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a track record of developing innovative influence strategies to achieve business goals is required
- Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, while maintaining a positive and collaborative approach is required
- Experience working in cross-functional or matrixed organizations, with a deep understanding of organizational dynamics and political landscapes is required
The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.
Employees and/or eligible dependents may be eligible to participate in the following Company sponsored employee benefit programs: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short- and long-term disability, business accident insurance, and group legal insurance.
Employees may be eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).
Employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:
Vacation – up to 120 hours per calendar year
Sick time - up to 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington – up to 56 hours per calendar year
Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays – up to 13 days per calendar year
Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year
Additional information can be found through the link below.
For additional general information on Company benefits, please go to:
https://www.careers.jnj.com/employee-benefits
Johnson & Johnson is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.
For more information on how we support the whole health of our employees throughout their wellness, career and life journey, please visit www.careers.jnj.com
- 3 Days Ago
Associate Director, Project Management
- Bristol Myers Squibb
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Brunswick, NJ
FULL_TIME
- Working with UsChallenging. Meaningful. Life-changing. Those aren’t words that are usually associated with a job. But working at Bristol Myers Squibb is anything but usual. Here, uniquely interesting ...
- 4 Days Ago
Project Management Capabilities Director
- Johnson & Johnson
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Titusville, NJ
FULL_TIME
- Description:Johnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Project Management Capabilities Director located in Titusville or Raritan, NJ, Spring House, PA, or Beerse, Belgium.At Johnson & Johnson, we believe h...
- 4 Days Ago
Project Management Capabilities Director
- Johnson & Johnson
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Hopewell, NJ
FULL_TIME
- Job DetailsDescriptionJohnson & Johnson is recruiting for a Project Management Capabilities Director located in Titusville or Raritan, NJ, Spring House, PA, or Beerse, Belgium. At Johnson & Johnson, w...
- 4 Days Ago
Director, Project Management (Remote)
- WCG
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Princeton, NJ
FULL_TIME
- General Information Location: Princeton, NJ, Remote Organization: Medavante-Prophase, Inc Job Type: Full Time - RegularDescription And RequirementsABOUT WCG: WCG’s clinical solutions are built on a fo...
- 6 Days Ago
Director, Project Management (Remote)
- WIRB - Copernicus Group
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Princeton, NJ
FULL_TIME
- ABOUT WCG: WCG's clinical solutions are built on a foundation of best-in-class clinical services companies. We deliver transformational solutions that stimulate growth, foster compliance, and maximize...
- 18 Days Ago
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Income Estimation for Project Management Director jobs
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What does a Project Management Director do?
Project Management Director in Albany, GA
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Project Management Director in Detroit, MI
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Project Management Director in Saint Petersburg, FL
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