Project Manager, R&D Orthopedics

Project Manager, R&D Orthopedics

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Leeds, England, United Kingdom
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Cross-Functional Collaboration Device Tracking Software Management Microsoft Excel Project Communications Project Management Project Schedules Risk Management Scheduling Smartsheet Stakeholder Management Transparency (Human-Computer Interaction)

Summary: The Project Manager for R&D Orthopedics will oversee the coordination and management of a multi-year medical device development program, ensuring compliance with global regulatory standards. This role involves leading two major project schedules, facilitating cross-functional collaboration, and maintaining communication with senior leadership. The position requires a strong background in project management within regulated industries, particularly in medical devices. The Project Manager will also apply engineering judgment to support technical tasks and assess risks across various functions.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Own and manage two major project schedules spanning three program waves/pillars.
  • Drive alignment across a large cross-functional core team (~20 members).
  • Serve as the central hub for project communication, issue escalation, and decision-driving.
  • Facilitate program meetings, action tracking, and formal risk reviews.
  • Utilize Smartsheet and “At Risk” tools for schedule analytics and risk-adjusted planning.
  • Present program status during 2–3 monthly leadership touchpoints.
  • Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, including the Head of R&D and President of Joint Recon Marketing & Commercial.
  • Foster an accountable, engaged culture within the project team.
  • Partner directly with the DRI, ensuring full transparency and alignment.
  • Apply engineering judgment to interpret requirements and understand cross-functional interdependencies.
  • Support technical tasks that fall within the PM’s scope and require an engineering mindset.
  • Assess cross-functional risks and the integration of technical deliverables.
  • Ensure project activities meet global regulatory expectations.
  • Operate effectively in a highly regulated medical device environment with strict process rigor.

Key Skills:

  • 2–5 years of project management experience.
  • Background managing projects in highly regulated industries.
  • Medical device experience strongly preferred due to complex regulatory deliverables.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and coordinating 15–25 stakeholders.
  • Comfortable presenting during 2–3 monthly leadership forums.
  • Engineering background required (degree preferred but not mandatory).
  • Ability to understand and interpret technical deliverables.
  • Proficiency in schedule management, risk management, and cross-functional orchestration.
  • Proficiency in Smartsheet and “At Risk” tools for risk-adjusted schedule modeling.
  • Familiarity with standard PM tools (MS Project, Excel, etc.).
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication, with strong executive presence.
  • Ability to influence without authority and shape the team’s culture.
  • Strong personality fit — must collaborate effectively with the DRI and broader team.
  • Skilled in motivating teams, driving engagement, and addressing performance gaps.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: Leeds

Country: United Kingdom

Working Arrangements: on-site

IR35 Status: undetermined

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: Other

Detailed Description From Employer:

Project Manager, R&D Orthopedics (Contract) Location: Leeds, UK; onsite 3 days/week Engagement: Long term contractor

Role Summary: The Project Manager will lead the coordination, scheduling, risk management, and cross-functional alignment of a multi-year medical device development program. This includes managing two major program schedules in 2026, partnering closely with the DRI, and providing ongoing visibility to senior leadership. The PM will operate fluidly across R&D, Regulatory, Quality, Supply Chain, HEMA, and Clinical organizations to ensure that all activities and deliverables meet stringent global regulatory standards.

Core Responsibilities:

  • Project Management
  • Own and manage two major project schedules spanning three program waves/pillars.
  • Drive alignment across a large cross-functional core team (~20 members).
  • Serve as the central hub for project communication, issue escalation, and decision-driving.
  • Facilitate program meetings, action tracking, and formal risk reviews.
  • Utilize Smartsheet and “At Risk” tools for schedule analytics and risk-adjusted planning.
  • Leadership & Communication
  • Present program status during 2–3 monthly leadership touchpoints.
  • Communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, including the Head of R&D and President of Joint Recon Marketing & Commercial
  • Foster an accountable, engaged culture within the project team.
  • Partner directly with the DRI (Jamie), ensuring full transparency and alignment.
  • Technical / Engineering Contribution
  • Apply engineering judgment to interpret requirements and understand cross-functional interdependencies.
  • Support technical tasks that fall within the PM’s scope and require an engineering mindset.
  • Assess cross-functional risks and the integration of technical deliverables.
  • Compliance & Regulatory Alignment
  • Ensure project activities meet global regulatory expectations.
  • Operate effectively in a highly regulated medical device environment with strict process rigor.

Requirements:

  • Experience
  • 2–5 years of project management experience.
  • Background managing projects in highly regulated industries.
  • Medical device experience strongly preferred due to complex regulatory deliverables.
  • Experience working with cross-functional teams and coordinating 15–25 stakeholders.
  • Comfortable presenting during 2–3 monthly leadership forums.
  • Technical & Industry Skills
  • Engineering background required (degree preferred but not mandatory).
  • Ability to understand and interpret technical deliverables.
  • Proficiency in schedule management, risk management, and cross-functional orchestration.
  • Tools
  • Smartsheet (proficiency expected; easy to learn).
  • “At Risk” tools for risk-adjusted schedule modeling.
  • Standard PM tools (MS Project, Excel, etc.).
  • Soft Skills
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication, with strong executive presence.
  • Ability to influence without authority and shape the team’s culture.
  • Strong personality fit — must collaborate effectively with the DRI and broader team.
  • Skilled in motivating teams, driving engagement, and addressing performance gaps.
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