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Baylor Genetics

Senior Project Manager Business Alignment

Baylor Genetics · Houston, Texas, United States

Biotechnology Research · 501-1,000 employees

5 h ago
Senior (5-10 yrs) Full-time United States
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About the role

The Senior Project Manager will lead high-priority, cross-functional projects to align with the company's strategic goals and technology-driven transformation. Responsibilities include managing project portfolios, utilizing Smartsheet for tracking, and driving process improvements across the organization.

What they look for

Project Management Strategic Leadership Smartsheet Process Improvement Stakeholder Management Cross-functional Team Leadership Portfolio Management Cost-benefit Analysis Data Accuracy Workflow Optimization Regulatory Compliance Mentoring Strategic Planning Communication Risk Management

Requirements

Candidates must have 5-7 years of project management experience, preferably within the healthcare, biotechnology, or genetics industries. A bachelor's degree is required, while an MBA and PMP certification are highly preferred.

Full description

QUALIFICATIONS:

Education:

  • Required: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Life Sciences, or a related field.
  • Preferred: Master’s degree in Business Administration (MBA), Project Management, or a related field. PMP (Project Management Professional) certification or similar advanced project management certification.

Experience:

  • Required: 5-7 years of experience in project management, with a significant portion in the healthcare, biotechnology, or genetics industry.
  • Preferred: Extensive experience managing high-priority, cross-functional projects and leading project teams. Demonstrated success in strategic project delivery and process improvement.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Essential Duties/Responsibilities:

  • Strategic Leadership and Vision: Play a pivotal role in guiding Baylor Genetics' transformation from a genetics company to a leading technology-driven organization. Develop and implement strategic project initiatives that align with the company’s long-term goals and objectives.
  • Project Ownership and Leadership: Lead and oversee multiple high-priority, cross-functional projects from initiation to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals and strategic objectives.
  • Smartsheet Management: Own and maintain Smartsheet for project tracking, including setting up project plans, timelines, and task assignments. Ensure data accuracy and timely updates in Smartsheet.​
  • Reporting and Communication: Execute team operating mechanisms, highlighting progress, risks, and issues. Facilitate effective communication among stakeholders to ensure project alignment. ​
  • Develop and manage a project portfolio, ensuring alignment with the company's strategic goals and priorities.
  • Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance project delivery and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to streamline workflows and optimize resource utilization.​
  • Stakeholder Management: Engage with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to gather requirements, define project scope, and establish project priorities. Maintain strong relationships and ensure stakeholder satisfaction.​
  • Documentation and Compliance: Ensure all project documentation is complete, accurate, and compliant with company standards and regulatory requirements.
  • Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
  • Adheres to Code of Conduct as outlined in the Baylor Genetics’ Compliance Program.

Additional Duties may include:

  • Lead ongoing reviews of business processes and develop optimization strategies.
  • Mentor and provide guidance to junior project managers and project team members.
  • Foster a high-performance culture within the project management team, promoting professional development and continuous learning.
  • Serve as a liaison between Leadership team and CEO or COS.
  • Meet with Senior Leadership to gather requirements for high visibility projects.
  • Conduct cost/benefit analysis.

It’s not expected that you have expertise in all these areas. We’re looking for professional analyst, who can quickly learn and adapt as our systems and situation changes, rather than a rigid skill set.

EEO Statement:

Baylor Genetics is proud to be an equal opportunity employer dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity, veteran status, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.