Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description At Thermo Fisher Scientific, you’ll discover impactful work, innovative thinking and a culture dedicated to working the right way, for the right reasons - with the customer always top of mind. The work we do matters, like helping customers find cures for cancer, and protecting the environment. As the world leader in serving science, with the largest investment in R&D in the industry, our colleagues are empowered to realize their full potential as part of a fast-growing, global organization that values passion and unique contributions. Our commitment to our colleagues across the globe is to provide the resources and opportunities they need to make a difference in our world while building a fulfilling career with us. Location Information This role supports our Lab Automation group, an ISO 9001 certified organization based out of Burlington, ON. Our team designs, manufactures, and installs robotic solutions globally, accelerating drug discovery, synthetic biology research, and clinical testing for major pharmaceutical and biotechnology customers. Learn more about Laboratory Automation on our website https://www.thermofisher.com/ca/en/home/life-science/lab-equipment/lab-automation.html Position Overview We are seeking a dedicated Project Management Office (PMO) Manager to join the Operations team. You will play a crucial role in delivering customer satisfaction through the professional and effective execution of projects for our automated robotic platforms globally. This position involves collaboration across various functions, including applications, sales, engineering, software application, procurement, and installation teams, to develop, continuously improve, and ensure compliance with PMO processes. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the advancement of medicine research through automation. Key Responsibilities Leadership and Management: lead and manage the PMO team, providing direction, support, and development opportunities to ensure dedication and professional growth. Project Oversight: lead all aspects of the planning, execution, and completion of the project portfolio, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards. Customer Satisfaction: ensure customer satisfaction by delivering projects that meet or exceed customer expectations. Act as a point of contact for key clients, addressing any concerns and ensuring their needs are met. Process Improvement: continuously improve PMO processes and methodologies to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Implement lessons learned and ensure compliance with industry standards. Resource Allocation: manage resource allocation and workload distribution among project managers to optimize productivity and project outcomes. Manage key/strategic projects as required by the business. Financial Management: monitor project budgets, track expenses, and provide regular financial reports to senior leadership. Identify and mitigate financial risks. Communication: facilitate effective communication between project teams, customers, and senior management. Ensure all parties are informed of project status, risks, and issues. Training and Development: provide training and mentorship to project managers and coordinators, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Quality Assurance: conduct regular project audits to ensure compliance with PMO processes and quality management systems. Implement corrective actions as needed. Required Education and Experience: Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related science field. 8 years’ demonstrated ability in managing projects in a manufacturing environment 2 years’ supervisory experience is preferred PMP/PgMP® certification from the Project Management Institute Knowledge & Skills: Proven ability to manage complex projects in a structured PMO environment. High proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project). Strong financial competency with experience in budget management and cost tracking. Excellent organizational, planning, and time-management skills. Superior communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present to senior leadership. Technical proficiency in mechanical and electrical systems. Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Navision). Other Requirements: Ability to travel up to 15% of the time internationally as business requires. At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 125,000 outstanding minds has a unique story to tell. Join us on our mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Thank you for your interest as you consider starting a new career journey with us. As the world leader in serving science, our colleagues develop critical solutions through innovation—and build rewarding careers. Discover their extraordinary stories and connection to our Mission to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Their work is a story of purpose. What story will you tell? Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc. is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue of more than $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges, increasing productivity in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them. Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD. 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New hires in Field Sales, Field Services, and Customer Support Technical Applications will be asked to disclose their vaccination status upon the first day of employment. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Thermo Fisher Scientific is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, religion, color, national or ethnic origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, genetic information, veteran status, age or disability status.
