Senior Project Manager - NPD

Manpower Engineering is partnering with a leader in medical device manufacturing for a  
** Senior Project Manager.*
* *
* Job Title:

Senior Project Manager*
* *
* Location:

Minneapolis, MN (100% onsite)*
* ** Pay: $60 - $82/hour*
* ** Duration: 6-9+ month, Contract to Potential Hire*
* ** Position Overview*
* Our client is seeking a  
** Senior Project Manager
** to immediately step in and lead  
** critical, high-priority work streams
** within a  
** new product development program focused on Active Implantable medical devices** .

This role will take ownership of complex, cross-functional initiatives-primarily within  
** software, firmware, and cybersecurity*
* -supporting a product currently in the  
** FDA submission and remediation phase** . The ideal candidate is a highly experienced PM who thrives in regulated environments and can drive execution, accountability, and progress across multidisciplinary teams.

** Key Responsibilities*
* ** Program & Workstream Leadership*
* + Lead high-visibility work streams within an active implantable product program

+ Own project execution for  
** software, firmware, and cybersecurity-related activities*
* + Drive progress on  
** FDA deficiency remediation and amendment submissions*
* + Manage activities spanning  
** verification, validation, and testing phases*
* ** Project Management Execution*
* + Own and maintain detailed project plans using  
** Microsoft Project*
* + Facilitate  
** standups, core team meetings, and status reviews*
* + Define tasks, assign ownership, and track deliverables to completion

+ Manage timelines, risks, dependencies, and critical path activities

+ Ensure alignment across cross-functional stakeholders

** Cross-Functional Collaboration*
* + Lead coordination between  
** R&D, Quality, Regulatory, and Engineering teams*
* + Partner closely with external  
** cybersecurity consultants** , driving deliverables and accountability

+ Support  
** requirements development and documentation flow
** through internal systems

+ Drive  
** quality and risk management activities
** related to software/firmware updates

** Team Leadership*
* + Act as the  
** core team lead** , overseeing project execution

+ Provide structure, direction, and prioritization across multiple work streams

+ Ensure strong communication and alignment across all stakeholders

** Required Qualifications (Must-Haves)*
* +  
** 7-10+ years
** of direct experience as a  
** Project or Program Manager*
* + Proven experience managing projects in a  
** regulated industry**  (medical device highly preferred)

+ Background in  
** R&D / New Product Development (NPD)
** environments

+ Strong experience leading  
** complex, cross-functional projects
** with multiple stakeholders

+ Advanced proficiency with  
** Microsoft Project
** and structured project planning

** Preferred (NOT REQUIRED) Qualifications*
* +

Experience with  
** Class III medical devices*
* + Exposure to  
** Active Implantable medical devices*
* + Familiarity with  
** FDA submission processes** , including deficiency remediation

+

Experience with  
** cybersecurity initiatives and standards
** within medical devices

+ Demonstrated ability to manage  
** software or firmware-related work streams
** from a PM perspective

+ Technical background in  
** engineering, software, firmware, or IT**  (not required)

+ Strong knowledge of  
** Waterfall project management methodologies*
* + Exposure to Agile methodologies (nice to have; environment currently Waterfall)

** Work Environment*
* + Primarily  
** onsite role
** with some flexibility for remote work

+ Team operates on a  
** collaborative, high-accountability model*
* + Summer schedule:  
** 9-hour days Monday-Thursday, half-day Fridays*
* + Will inherit an existing  
** Microsoft Project baseline
** and take ownership immediately

** Additional Details*
* + Opportunity to step into a  
** high-impact role
** supporting a critical product launch

+ Potential for  
** full-time conversion
** based on performance and business need

+ Eligible for  
** performance-based bonus potential
** if converted

** Why This Role*
* This is a unique opportunity to lead  
** mission-critical work streams
** on an advanced medical device program at a pivotal stage. The selected candidate will play a key role in helping bring an innovative, regulated product to market while driving structure, execution, and results across a complex technical landscape.

** Benefits:*
* Upon completion of waiting period consultants are eligible for:

- Medical and Prescription Drug Plans

- Dental Plan

- Vision Plan

- Health Savings Account

- Health Flexible Spending Account

- Dependent Care Flexible Spending Account

- Supplemental Life Insurance

- Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance

- Accrued Sick Pay

- 401(k)

If this is a role that interests you and you'd like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

** About Manpower Group, Parent Company of:*
* ** Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells*
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