Project Manager III

Work Schedule

Standard (Mon-Fri)

Environmental Conditions

Office, Some degree of PPE (Personal Protective Equipment) required (safety glasses, gowning, gloves, lab coat, ear plugs etc.)

Job Description

As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you’ll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world’s toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer.

Job Description

Business Job Title: Project Manager III

Direct Report To: Manager, Project Management

Division: BPG

Career Band: 6

Position Location: Warrington, United Kingdom

Number of Direct Reports: 0

Position Summary:

The Project Manager III is part of the Technical Operations team. This role provides leadership and coordination across design transfer, new product introduction (NPI), and product lifecycle management activities, supporting a portfolio of genetic science products.

The Project Manager III leads cross-functional teams of scientists and operational staff to deliver projects in line with business objectives, quality standards, and regulatory requirements. Acting as a key interface between functions, Global Technical Operations and Stakeholders. The role ensures effective planning, execution, and communication to enable successful product transfers, sustainment, and continuous improvement across the site.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver design transfer, NPI, and sustaining projects in alignment with defined timelines and business goals.
• Develop, maintain, and prioritise project plans, ensuring effective resource allocation and alignment with operational objectives.
• Identify, manage, and escalate project risks and issues, driving timely resolution to minimise impact on delivery.
• Coordinate validation, verification, risk assessment, and change control activities associated with new and existing products.
• Support the transfer of new products and processes into manufacturing, ensuring readiness across functions.
• Author and review project and product documentation (e.g. SOPs, risk assessments, validation documentation), incorporating input from Quality Assurance and Manufacturing.
• Ensure all projects comply with site Quality Management Systems, regulatory requirements, and internal standards.
• Monitor project performance and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, delivery, and overall effectiveness.
• Collaborate with on-site and off-site stakeholders to ensure alignment and clear communication throughout the project lifecycle.
• Demonstrate excellent communication skills to build and maintain trusted partnerships
• Drive a culture of continuous improvement by challenging existing processes and identifying opportunities for optimisation.
• Promote and adhere to site safety standards, including hazardous waste management and good housekeeping practices within manufacturing environments.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor of Science (BSc) in a scientific or engineering discipline.
• Typically 3+ years of project management experience within life sciences, biotechnology, or medical device environments
• Experience in Prince2 or PMP is desirable.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects within operations, validation, quality, or manufacturing settings.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes, supply chains, and product lifecycle management.
• Experience working within regulated environments (e.g. ISO 9001, ISO 13485, GMP) preferred.
• Knowledge of PCR chemistry and DNA preparation technologies is advantageous.
• Experience applying Lean or continuous improvement methodologies is desirable.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong project management and organisational skills, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and deliver projects to schedule.
• Proactive, self-motivated approach with strong ownership and accountability.
• Effective problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage risk and navigate complex challenges.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills, with the ability to influence and drive alignment.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Continuous improvement mindset with experience applying Lean principles.
• Proficiency in MS Office and project management tools (e.g. Microsoft Project).
• High attention to detail and commitment to quality and compliance.