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Job Function:

Project/Program Management Group

Job Sub Function:

Project/Program Management

Job Category:

People Leader

All Job Posting Locations:

Spring House, Pennsylvania, United States of America

Job Description:

At Engineering & Property Services (E&PS) we take care of all J&J buildings around the world providing end to end services from Real Estate, Engineering & Project Management to Facilities Management. We have a profound influence on the entire J&J Enterprise, providing innovative workplaces where our employees can collaborate and grow, and delivering flexible site solutions which enable our business to best serve our important customers and patients. 

We are searching for the best talent for a Senior Manager, Project Management to be located in Spring House, PA.

The Senior Manager, Project Management plays a vital role within the Project Delivery organization, responsible for managing a portfolio of key projects that support business operations and compliance initiatives. This position involves leading the planning, execution, and delivery of projects, ensuring they are completed on time, within scope, and within budget, while meeting quality and safety standards.

 

The Senior Manager will oversee large-scale capital design and construction projects within either the Innovative Medicines, providing guidance and coordination across cross-functional teams. This includes defining project scope, developing schedules, securing resources, and managing stakeholder relationships to ensure alignment with organizational goals.

 

Given the global scope of Johnson & Johnson’s facilities, including manufacturing sites, laboratories, and offices—the Senior Manager will leverage technical expertise and project management best practices to identify potential risks and develop mitigation plans. The role requires a strong focus on operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and safety, supporting the organization’s strategic priorities and ensuring successful project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and oversee project execution following IDEA and FPX, ensuring all deliverables align with safety, cost, schedule, and quality benchmarks.
• Follow and implement the project execution plan methodology to identify, evaluate, and mitigate risks throughout the project lifecycle.
• Facilitate comprehensive project planning, tracking, and reporting against FPOs to ensure project and program success.
• Manage customer interactions, contractor relationships, and communications to ensure stakeholder alignment and satisfaction.
• Oversee project portfolios across diverse sites, whether at IM or MD locations, ensuring delivery in accordance with organizational KPIs.
• Oversee or support other project leads, stepping into the role of Senior Project Lead when required to ensure consistency and excellence in project delivery
• Drive the application of best practices and continuous improvement in project management processes.
• Demonstrate proactive leadership by managing project teams, ensuring adherence to safety protocols, and fostering collaboration among regional stakeholders.
• Act as the primary point of contact for project, ensuring seamless integration of technical, financial, and operational aspects.
• This role demands a strategic yet hands-on leader with strong risk management skills, excellent stakeholder communication, and a focus on delivering projects safely, efficiently, and sustainably.

 

Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture or Construction Management from an accredited institution required

 

Required:

• 10 years or more of relevant experience in engineering, project management, or manufacturing, with a focus on operational excellence and team leadership
• Demonstrated experience in managing projects or programs within a regulated manufacturing environment, including planning, execution, and compliance
• Strong knowledge of Laboratories, manufacturing processes in FDA-regulated environments, including design, startup, and operational phases.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, coordinate efforts across different departments, and ensure project delivery on time and within budget.
• Experience with financial management related to project or operational budgets, resource planning, and forecasting.
• Experience with financial management related to project or operational budgets, resource planning, and forecasting.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Microsoft Project and PowerPoint required

Preferred:

• Project Management Certification or Degree
• Familiar with Front-End Loading Best Practices.
• LEED AP certification.   

Other:

• This position may require a 25% of domestic and/or international travel.  

Johnson & Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act. 

Johnson & Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants’ needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, external applicants please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers , internal employees contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.

 

 

Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Agile Decision Making, Analytics Insights, Developing Others, Inclusive Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Project Management, Performance Measurement, Program Management, Project Management Methodology (PMM), Project Management Office (PMO), Project Management Tools, Project Reporting, Regulatory Compliance, Risk Management, Statement of Work (SOW), Team Management