Senior Project Manager
Becton Dickinson · New Jersey
📍 USA NJ - Franklin Lakesvia workday
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Job Description Role Overview
The Sr. Project Manager supports product development initiatives across the project lifecycle—from early concept and design through development, manufacturing readiness, and launch. Working under the direction of a Program Manager or Senior Program Manager, this role assists with planning, coordination, and execution of cross-functional activities to ensure projects progress according to scope, schedule, budget, and design control requirements. Success is measured by reliable execution of assigned tasks, quality documentation, and effective cross-functional collaboration.
Responsibilities
Supports the planning and execution of product development projects by coordinating tasks, schedules, and deliverables across cross-functional teams, under the guidance of program leadership.
Assists in maintaining project plans, timelines, work breakdown structures, and status reports. Tracks progress against milestones and escalates risks, issues, or dependencies as needed.
Supports requirements development and design control activities, ensuring documentation is accurate, timely, and compliant with applicable quality system and regulatory requirements.
Coordinates meetings, prepares agendas and materials, documents decisions and action items, and follows up to ensure commitments are met.
Collaborates with functional partners (R&D, Quality, Regulatory, Operations, Marketing, etc.) to support development, verification, validation, and readiness activities.
Manages tracking of project budgets, purchase orders, and invoices, and provides input to forecasts with direction from program leadership.
Serves as a supporting contact for internal stakeholders and selected external partners or suppliers, with oversight from more senior team members.
Performs other duties as required.
Education and Experience Required
Bachelor’s degree required with a focus in science, engineering, or business preferred.
4 – 6 years of experience in project coordination or project management required, preferably within the MedTech and/or Pharma (device) industry or a regulated environment.
Required Qualifications
Competency with product development lifecycle concepts and design control principles.
Ability to manage multiple tasks, prioritize effectively, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with guidance.
Demonstrates strong organizational, documentation, and follow-through skills.
Applies basic analytical thinking to identify issues, track risks, and support problem-solving.
Communicates clearly and professionally with cross-functional team members, escalating issues appropriately.
Demonstrates a collaborative mindset and willingness to learn from experienced program and functional leaders.
Comfortable working with standard project management tools and processes (e.g., schedules, action logs, risk registers).
Displays developing business and financial awareness, including basic budget tracking and cost understanding.
Able to translate technical information accurately when supported by subject matter experts.
Ability to travel approximately 10%.
Preferred Qualifications
PMP certification
Exposure to medical device development or regulated product development preferred.
At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting.
For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company’s receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD’s Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law.
At BD, we are committed to supporting our associates’ well-being, development, and success through a performance-based culture. For this position, BD offers a competitive compensation package along with the following benefits specific to this role:
Annual Bonus
Potential Discretionary LTI Bonus
Health and Well-being Benefits
Medical coverage
Health Savings Accounts
Flexible Spending Accounts
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Hospital Care Insurance
Critical Illness Insurance
Accidental Injury Insurance
Life and AD&D insurance
Short-term disability coverage
Long-term disability insurance
Long-term care with life insurance
Other Well-being Resources
Anxiety management program
Wellness incentives
Sleep improvement program
Diabetes management program
Virtual physical therapy
Emotional/mental health support programs
Weight management programs
Gastrointestinal health program
Substance use management program
Musculoskeletal surgery, cancer treatment, and bariatric surgery benefit
Retirement and Financial Well-being
BD 401(k) Plan
BD Deferred Compensation and Restoration Plan
529 College Savings Plan
Financial counseling
Baxter Credit Union (BCU)
Daily Pay
College financial aid and application guidance
Life Balance Programs
Paid time off (PTO), including all required
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