Project Manager I
Roche
Summary
As a Project Manager I, you will manage all aspects of less complex projects under general supervision, interfacing with cross-functional teams to build schedules, coordinate resources, and track budgets from initiation through delivery.
Job description
The Position
As a Project Manager I, you will manage all aspects of less complex projects under general supervision, interfacing with cross-functional teams to build schedules, coordinate resources, and track budgets from initiation through delivery.
The Opportunity
- Create, coordinate, and maintain integrated project plans within the Project & Portfolio Management (PPM) system using approved project management tools.
- Assemble project timelines, assign individual responsibilities, identify necessary resources, and monitor budget and spending to ensure timely completion.
- Drive project risk management, robust planning, scenario creation, and critical path analysis to ensure high-quality execution.
- Proactively identify project gaps, bottlenecks, or delays, challenge assumptions, and recommend actionable solutions to recover schedules.
- Organize and facilitate project meetings by preparing agendas, managing meeting flow, and documenting meeting minutes.
- Manage preparation for milestone reviews, one-pagers, and project team information to support informed decision-making across leadership committees.
- Follow established project management best practices and foster continuous improvement through regular knowledge sharing across teams.
Who you are
- You bring a Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or business administration (or an equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience).
- You bring a minimum of 2 years of experience in project management, product development, and/or related fields with proficiency in MS Project and/or Project & Portfolio Management (PPM) software.
Behaviors, competencies, and qualities of the ideal applicant.
- Foundational understanding of Design Control and/or Phased Development processes (preferred).
- Strong problem-solving abilities with proven skills in coordinating cross-functional project activities and achieving milestones toward project or product launch.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate project issues proactively to a wide variety of stakeholders.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in science, engineering, or business administration (or equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience)
- Minimum of 2 years of experience in project management, product development, and/or related fields
- Proficiency in MS Project and/or Project & Portfolio Management (PPM) software
- Foundational understanding of Design Control and/or Phased Development processes (preferred)
- Strong problem-solving abilities
- Proven skills in coordinating cross-functional project activities and achieving milestones
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to communicate project issues proactively to a wide variety of stakeholders
Benefits
- Discretionary annual bonus
- Benefits package
Company overview
Roche is a Swiss multinational healthcare company and a global pioneer in pharmaceuticals and diagnostics, founded in 1896 and headquartered in Basel, Switzerland. As the world's largest biotech company and the fifth-largest pharmaceutical company by revenue, Roche operates through two primary divisions: Pharmaceuticals and Diagnostics. The company is renowned for its leadership in personalized healthcare, combining strengths in both drug development and diagnostic testing to deliver tailored treatments for patients. Roche maintains a strong focus on oncology, immunology, infectious diseases, ophthalmology, and central nervous system disorders, with a portfolio that includes over 30 medicines on the World Health Organization's Model Lists of Essential Medicines. The company owns significant subsidiaries including Genentech, Chugai Pharmaceuticals, Ventana Medical Systems, and Foundation Medicine. With approximately 103,000 employees worldwide and operations in over 100 countries, Roche has established itself as a leader in cancer treatments globally while maintaining a robust pipeline of innovative therapies and diagnostic solutions. The company's commitment to sustainability has been recognized through ten consecutive years as Group Leader in the Dow Jones Sustainability Indices within the Pharmaceuticals, Biotechnology & Life Sciences Industry.