An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Senior Manager Program Manager to join a global leader in Medical devices. This is a permanent position based in South Dublin, offering the chance to play a key role in driving innovation across product and technology development programmes. This is a senior leadership role responsible for delivering major R&D and cross-functional projects within a highly regulated environment. The Senior Manager oversees end-to-end project execution, leads global teams, drives strategic alignment, and ensures successful delivery of programs that support the organisation’s long-term objectives.
Overall Responsibilities
Lead and deliver multiple end-to-end R&D programs, ensuring projects meet scope, quality, regulatory, cost, and timeline requirements.
Coordinate and guide cross-functional and global teams, fostering a collaborative, innovative, and high-performing environment.
Translate organisational strategy into actionable project plans and ensure alignment with broader business objectives.
Build strong relationships across R&D, Regulatory, Quality, Operations, and senior leadership, maintaining clear and consistent communication.
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks while developing proactive contingency plans.
Develop and manage program budgets, optimise resource allocation, and maintain strong cost control.
Establish KPIs and performance dashboards, reporting progress and outcomes to senior leadership.
Drive continuous improvement and standardisation in project management processes and tools.
Ensure full compliance with internal policies, industry standards, and regulatory requirements; support internal and external audits.
Requirements – Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in an engineering discipline (Master’s preferred).
PMP certification is an advantage.
7+ years project management experience, including 3 years program management.
Experience in a regulated industry (medical devices, pharma, etc.) preferred.
Experience working on global initiatives is required.
Skilled in Agile, Lean, Six Sigma, and advanced project management methodologies.
Strong understanding of regulatory compliance and audit processes.
Key Skills & Competencies
Leadership & Mentorship
Stakeholder Engagement
Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
Resource Optimisation
Strategic Decision-Making
Change Management
For a confidential discussion about this position in South Dublin, please reach out to me directly gillian.nicholson@collinsmcnicholas.ie
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