As the Senior Project Manager, R&D, you will lead complex, cross-functional projects that support the growth of Stryker’s Sustainability Solutions portfolio. You’ll be responsible for driving execution across R&D, Quality, Advanced Operations, Regulatory and Manufacturing teams—delivering innovative solutions that meet regulatory standards, project timelines, and budget expectations. You will play a key role in transforming ideas into reality by applying structured project management principles and fostering collaboration across global teams.

To learn more about Stryker’s Sustainability Solutions portfolio click here: Stryker Sustainability Solutions

You will need to live within commuting distance to our Tempe, Arizonia office. This is a hybrid role. You will be expected to work onsite 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday), with flexibility to work from home on other days.

What you will do

• Lead the team in the development of the project charter and management plan. Direct, manage, monitor, and control the project. Develop a strong business case and evaluate tradeoffs within the project.
• Collaborate with project stakeholders to develop, manage, and own project scope. Create a detailed Work Breakdown Structure.
• Develop and manage the detailed project Gantt chart. Analyze critical path, major workstreams, and intersecting milestones. Own the project schedule.
• Collaborate with cross-functional managers to define the project budget. Monitor and maintain costs within budget.
• Partner with the project team to create project plans using 2–3 planning tools and techniques. Monitor and maintain plans.
• Develop a project risk management plan. Identify, analyze, and understand project risks; develop and monitor a risk response plan.
• Estimate, acquire, and assign cross-functional project resources. Define the role, responsibility, and deliverables for each team member. Provide direct feedback to functional managers on performance.
• Develop a stakeholder management plan based on the identification, analysis, and understanding of stakeholder expectations.

What you need

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 6 years of related work experience in R&D, Manufacturing, and/or Project Management

Preferred Qualifications:

• PMP or equivalent certification
• Experience with Agile and rolling-wave or waterfall planning methodologies
• Experience leading or developing projects in medical device or regulated industries