(Senior) Project Manager, Maternity Cover

Job Description

Agilent inspires and supports discoveries that advance the quality of life. We provide life science, diagnostic and applied market laboratories worldwide with instruments, services, consumables, applications, and expertise. Agilent enables customers to gain the answers and insights they seek - so they can do what they do best: improve the world around us. Information about Agilent is available at www.agilent.com.

Join our Program and Project Management Office (PMO), part of the Strategy & Program Management Centre of Excellence (CoE) within the Life Sciences and Diagnostics Group (LDG). Based in Glostrup, Denmark, our PMO is a strategic partner driving critical pathology programs and projects that bring life-saving products to market.

As a (Senior) Project Manager, you will be taking the critical role to drive programs and projects forward, not only to meet the strategic intent, but also to ensure these life critical pathology products come to market and improve the lives of those we touch. You will be expected to utilize your knowledge of tools and techniques to scope, plan, drive and at times make pivots your work.

You will be covering maternity leave for one of our project managers, taking the lead on strategic programs and/or projects. This position is for 12 months, with the potential for extension based on business requirements. We welcome applicants of various seniority levels, and the final job level will be determined based on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Key Responsibilities:
 

• Lead and manage complex programs/projects within the division, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, R&D, Services, Quality, Regulatory, Production, Finance and other relevant functions to develop and execute program/project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Drive program/project execution by coordinating resources, managing stakeholder expectations, and ensuring timely delivery of key milestones.
• Identify and mitigate program/project risks and issues, implementing corrective actions as needed to keep projects on track.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by leveraging best practices and lessons learned from previous projects.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards, maintaining a high level of quality and integrity in all program/project deliverables.
• Communicate program/project status, milestones, and outcomes to stakeholders through regular updates, presentations, and reports.

Qualifications

Key Selection Criteria:
 

• Experience in managing projects or programs within regulated or consulting industries.
• Certified project/program manager (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or equivalent).
• Strong leadership skills combined with business acumen.
• Ability to balance business needs and program challenges effectively.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Strong ability to navigate through different organizational hierarchies.
• Understand customer needs and excel in translating technical messages into managerial presentations.
• Ability to communicate effectively at all levels, from executive to shop floor.
  
   

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; advanced degree preferred.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale programs in a regulated environment.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Demonstrated ability to lead and motivate cross-functional teams.
• Proficient in English
  
   

We offer:

• A role among passionate colleagues, in a growth orientated and inclusive environment. You will become part of a caring and fast paced environment, built on integrity, sharing and trust.
• Competitive compensation and benefits package.
• Work-Life-Balance programs.
• Company pension scheme.
• Private health care and more.
  
   

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Additional Details

This job has a full time weekly schedule.

Agilent Technologies Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other protected categories under all applicable laws.

Travel Required:

Occasional

Shift:

Day

Duration:

Over 12 Months

Job Function:

R&D