• Lead enterprise-level programs and portfolios using standard project management practices (integration, scope, schedule, cost, quality, risk, procurement, communications).

• Own program planning and execution including WBS, integrated master schedules, milestones, dependencies and delivery tracking.

• Partner with cross-functional and business leaders to manage scope, budgets, resources, risks and cost optimization.

• Drive stakeholder management, governance and executive communications to ensure alignment to business objectives.

• Lead, coach and develop project managers and people managers; resolve resource conflicts and optimize utilization.

• Step in hands-on when required to facilitate ceremonies, clarifying requirements, creating schedules, or managing risks, to ensure program momentum.

• Implement and refine project management and Agile standards within the PMO, contributing to the professionalization of processes, tools, and governance.

• Lead complex, multi-workstream programs; advise PM leaders and influence portfolio prioritization and investment decisions.

• Manage ambiguity, risks and issues while consistently delivering results against aggressive timelines.

• Ensure program alignment with organizational strategy, quality systems and operational excellence.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent.

• 15–18 years of experience in project and/or program management leading large, complex, cross-functional initiatives.

• Proficiency in project and program management tools (Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Jira, Azure DevOps, or similar).

• Proven experience managing enterprise-level budgets, timelines resources, and executive stakeholders.

• Demonstrated people leadership experience managing project managers and/or people managers.

Preferred Qualifications:

• MBA and/or MS degree.

• Professional certifications: PMP, PgMP, PMI-ACP, CSM, or equivalent.

• Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies—Scrum, Kanban, hybrid models.

• Knowledge of 21 CFR 820.30 (Design Controls), ISO 13485, and software lifecycle processes (IEC 62304).

• Prior experience in medical devices.

• Experience leading enterprise portfolios or large programs in regulated or quality-driven environments.