Location Information: 

This role supports our Lab Automation group, an ISO 9001 certified organization based out of Burlington, ON. Our team designs, manufactures, and installs robotic solutions globally, accelerating drug discovery, synthetic biology research, and clinical testing for major pharmaceutical and biotechnology customers. Learn more about Laboratory Automation on our website https://www.thermofisher.com/ca/en/home/life-science/lab-equipment/lab-automation.html 

How you will make an impact:   

The Sr. Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and leading large-scale projects focused on the development and installation of automated robotic systems. This role requires a strong leader who can coordinate and manage a multidisciplinary team of mechanical and electrical designers, procurement specialists, and installation engineers to ensure project success from inception to completion. 

What you will contribute: 

• Project Leadership: Lead and manage the entire project lifecycle, including planning, execution, monitoring, and closing of projects related to automated robotic systems. 

• Team Coordination: Oversee and coordinate the efforts of mechanical and electrical design, procurement, and installation to ensure project milestones and objectives are met. 

• Budget Management: Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring projects are completed within financial constraints. 

• Timeline Management: Create and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring timely delivery of all project deliverables. 

• Communication: Serve as the primary point of contact for all project collaborators, including clients, team members, and senior management. Ensure clear and consistent communication throughout the project lifecycle. 

• Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to address them proactively. 

• Quality Assurance: Ensure all project deliverables meet the highest standards of quality and performance. 

• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, progress reports, and final deliverables. 

• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and implement best practices to enhance project efficiency and effectiveness. 

How will you get here? 

Education & Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, or related science field 

• 8 years’ relevant project management experience 

• 3 years’ proven experience in an automation or manufacturing environment 

• PMP® certification considered an asset 

Knowledge & Skills: 

• Management of projects in a structured PMO environment 

• High proficiency using MS Project (or equivalent)  

• Solid cost and schedule management skills 

• Proficiency navigating in ERP systems 

• Strong organizational, planning and time-management skills 

• Strong interpersonal skills; verbal, written, and presentation 

• Fluent English speaking and writing skills, other languages considered an asset 

Other Requirements: 

• Valid Passport 

• Ability to travel up to 25 - 50% of the time internationally without restrictions 

At Thermo Fisher Scientific, each one of our 125,000 outstanding minds has a unique story to tell. Join us on our mission—enabling our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner, and safer. 

Thermo Fisher Scientific is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability or any other legally protected status. 

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.