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Contec, Inc. · 1 day ago

Senior Research & Development Project Manager

US-SC-Spartanburg

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

7+ years exp

Contec, Inc. is a company that leads complex, cross-functional innovation projects across diverse business units. The Senior Research & Development Project Manager is responsible for driving impactful solutions from concept through commercialization and ensuring projects meet technical, regulatory, and business objectives.

Manufacturing

Comp. & Benefits

Responsibilities

Leads multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-impact R&D projects, from ideation to successful implementation and evaluation

Manages a portfolio of projects involving new products, advanced processes, manufacturing, cleanroom, and other industrial environments

Defines project scope, critical paths, milestones, and budgets; proactively manages risks, changes, and stakeholder expectations

Serves as the primary point of contact for internal and external stakeholders, facilitating engagement and alignment across functions

Develops and implements best-in-class project management systems and methodologies tailored for R&D

Mentors and coaches less experienced project managers and team members, fostering talent development and knowledge sharing

Maintains up-to-date knowledge of global regulatory standards (e.g., EPA, FDA, TGA, ISO, REACH, WHMIS, GHS) and ensures projects, and all corresponding project documentation, comply with regulatory requirements

Champions a culture of innovation, scientific excellence, and continuous improvement within the R&D organization

Participates and works within ISO 9001 quality standards guidelines in accordance with Contec’s quality goals

Others may be assigned

Qualification

Regulatory Standards KnowledgeProject ManagementCross-Functional Team LeadershipR&D Project ExperiencePMP CertificationTalent DevelopmentCommunication SkillsProblem SolvingStrategic Mindset

Required

A Bachelor's Degree (B.A. or B.S.) in a technical, scientific, or engineering discipline from a four-year college or university

Seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressive experience managing complex R&D projects in regulated industries (e.g., pharmaceutical, healthcare, automotive, aerospace)

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage multiple high-priority projects, and deliver results in a fast-paced, dynamic environment

Preferred

A Master's degree (M.A., M.S.,) or Doctoral degree (PhD) in a related discipline is strongly preferred

Demonstrated expertise in project management methodologies (PMP certification or equivalent experience) is also strongly preferred

Company

Contec, Inc.

At Contec, we are more than just a manufacturer; we are a trusted partner in maintaining the highest standards of cleanliness and hygiene in mission-critical environments.

Founded in 1988

Spartanburg, South Carolina, USA

501-1000 employees