At Drager we protect, support and rescue lives day in and day out. We are interested in you if you have the desire to work for an organisation that does something more, something that is truly worth working for.
As an international leader in medical and safety technology, we develop pioneering devices, software, services and solutions that people around the world trust. Wherever Drager products are used, it's about the most important thing: it's about life.
About the role
As a Senior Project Manager, you will lead and manage complex projects, or a portfolio of projects within the R&D department of Draeger's Safety Division. Your contribution to the success of the business will be through:
Delivering and documenting complex technical projects, in accordance with Draeger processes
Leading and managing cross functional, cross site, multi-disciplinary project teams, within a highly regulated industry
The responsibility and accountability for the planning and control of project budgets and resources, working closely with Controlling to provide transparency and accurate forecasting
Effectively managing and controlling project risks and opportunities, leading the team to identify, allocate and mitigate with effective measures, reducing project and commercial risk
Maintaining outstanding stakeholder engagement through excellent communication
Clear and concise reporting to Project Control Boards, Sponsors and other Stakeholders
Ensuring the effective close-out of projects and handover into lifecycle
Shared responsibilities
All employees have a responsibility:
to comply with the Business Information Centre (BIC) and minimise any impact on the environment whilst carrying out their duties.
to ensure and promote safe working conditions for all employees, visitors and contractors by implementing, monitoring and complying with occupational health & safety provisions
to embed our WeLEAD competencies - I build trust, I create value for the customer, I enable others, I provide direction, I embrace diversity, I deliver results
Reporting Relationships
Manager
Head of Program
Size of team/environment
Working within a small PMO team which consists of Project Managers, Lifecycle Managers and Systems Engineers.
Your Qualifications
Role Requirements
Education/Qualifications
Degree in an Engineering discipline or significate industry experience of delivering technical/engineering projects
Relevant professional qualification in Project Management
Chartered or working towards Chartership (desirable, although not essential)
Related Experience
Significant demonstrable and relevant project management experience in projects with high risk, high complexity, high value characteristics
Experience in the project management of R&D projects and project lifecycles
Experience in accountability for project budgeting, tracking & reporting as well as forecasting of projects/programs of work
A successful track record of exhibiting leadership and people management of cross functional teams
Skills, Special Competencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent facilitation and moderation skills
Strong passion for people management and collaboration
Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills
Ability to handle conflicts within and outside field of personal responsibility
Ability to inspire team; influencing skills; a person employees enjoy working with
Demonstrated proficiency in time management
Sense of urgency; "play to win" attitude with track record of success
The Drager Workplace
Drager's
Benefits
27 days holiday plus bank holidays, with option to purchase up to 3 additional days
Flexi scheme
Discounted critical illness cover, dental cover and partner life assurance
Healthcare cash plan
Subsidised canteen
Discounted shopping & leisure vouchers
Cycle to Work
Gym membership discounts - up to 25%
Charity Giving scheme
Drager's
dedication
At Drager we have a clear vision, to be an organisation with a working environment that includes a diverse mix of talented people who want to come, stay and grow.
We ensure candidates with the required qualifications and experience will be considered for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.
All are welcome to apply!
Who we are
From hospitals to fire departments to industrial customers, people around the world rely on our products: cutting-edge technology that combines real engineering with the digital future. With over 130 years of experience, passion and the bold ideas of more than 16,000 employees, we are committed to turning technology into >technology for life<.
What we offer
If you have any questions, please contact
Chloe Dryden
chloe.dryden@draeger.com
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