Project Manager 2

THIS POSITION IS NOT REMOTE AND IS REQUIRED TO BE ON SITE IN ST. LOUIS, MO

Project management requires the application of knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to project activities to meet project requirements and deliverables, including : Defining project scope and  identifying deliverables, Managing effective communication cross team, Organizing project teams, assigning individual responsibilities, developing project schedules, planning and determining resource requirements. Managing risks, Monitoring and reporting on the status of projects including cost, timing, and staffing, Identifying/resolving obstacles to completing project on time and to budget.

This position will lead cross-functional teams with projects potentially focused on Drug Rounds, Software or Instrument enhancements.

Primary Job Duties:

• Oversee project execution, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, quality standards, and compliance requirements.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, budgets, and risk management plans, supporting project success from initiation to closure.
• Communicate project status, risks, and issues effectively to stakeholders and leadership, fostering transparency and collaboration.
• Support knowledge sharing within the project team and organization, promoting best practices and lessons learned.
• Assist in managing project documentation, change control, and transition activities to ensure smooth project closure.
• Develop and manage integrated & comprehensive project plans and schedules with the project teams, looking for areas of optimization.          

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree required
• 5+ years of experience leading projects and cross functional teams.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience:

• Functional skills including critical thinking, adaptability, time management, communication, problem-solving and digital literacy.
• Leading without authority through influence and guidance of others towards a common goal by using expertise, persuasion, and personal qualities to inspire action.
• Technical learning aptitude to quickly understand and acquire new technical knowledge and skills.
• Critical thinking, using logic and reason to analyze information and make decisions in the workplace.
• Understand complex information and interpret it accurately, often requiring critical thinking and analysis to grasp the full picture.
• Learning agility to be able to learn from experiences and apply that knowledge to new situations.
• Effectively deal with ambiguity requiring adaptability, critical thinking, and proactive communication to navigate situations with limited details
• Creativity in forming new ideas, solutions, and approaches to challenges; to think outside-the-box
• Make timely decisions by quickly choosing effective solutions in high-pressure situations for optimal outcomes
• Priority setting that align with business objectives
• Thriving in a fast-paced environment by managing tasks, multitasking, and adapting quickly to maintain productivity.
• Planning objectives and strategies to achieve them within a set timeline
• Practicing time management to allocate tasks, balance priorities, and meet deadlines efficiently
• Informing others by sharing clear, timely information to ensure alignment.
• Managing and measuring work by tracking progress, performance, and goal achievement using metrics and KPIs.
• Collect and analyze data to drive informed decision-making to improve performance and identify issues
• Troubleshooting issues to identify and resolve problems efficiently
• Driving continuous improvement by evaluating processes and implementing necessary changes
• Demonstrates assertiveness and confidence in the face of a challenge
• Solution oriented in the face of conflict
• Ability to deal with difficult situations in a timely and bold manner
• Drive for Results: Drive for Results while successfully removing barriers
• Ability to work cross-functionally allowing for better collaboration and communication when working across teams to achieve shared objectives
• Effective verbal communication skills
• Effective Presentation Skills - including the ability to present technical data
• Build and maintain positive, productive interactions with colleagues
• Reach mutually beneficial agreements through effective communication and compromise
• Fosters a culture of inclusiveness among all team members
• Maintain composure by having the skill of staying calm, focused, and professional in high-pressure or stressful situations.
• Emotional intelligence by having the ability to recognize, understand, and manage one's own emotions, as well as the emotions of others.