R&D Program Manager

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses and products in diagnostics, medical devices, nutritionals and branded generic medicines. Our 122,000 colleagues serve people in more than 160 countries.

Position Summary

The R&D Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing Software  and Hardware projects on time, within budget, and within scope. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams, managing resources, mitigating risks, and ensuring stakeholders are informed and aligned throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders

Develop detailed project plans, schedules, and budgets

Lead cross-functional teams to successfully deliver project outcomes

Monitor progress, track milestones, and adjust plans as needed

Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies

Manage project resources effectively, including personnel and budget

Communicate project status, updates, and risks to stakeholders and leadership

Ensure alignment with organizational goals, quality standards, and best practices

Facilitate meetings, maintain documentation, and ensure project governance

Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned and process optimization

Required Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in SW Engineering/Electrical Engineering or a related field

Minimum 4+ years of project management experience (varies by level) with SW or HW project management

Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously

Strong organizational, leadership, and problem-solving skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Experience with project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Asana, Smartsheet)

Familiarity with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall, or hybrid)

Preferred Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP), Agile certification

Experience in Medical Device industry, with SW project management experience

Strong stakeholder management and negotiation skills

Experience with budgeting and financial tracking

Key Competencies

Communication

Attention to detail

Adaptability and resilience

Self Starter

Leadership and team collaboration

Strategic thinking and decision-making

Time management and prioritization

Risk management

Work Environment

Typically operates in an office setting

May require occasional travel depending on project needs

Fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Success Metrics

On-time and on-budget project delivery

Stakeholder satisfaction

Quality of deliverables

Effective risk mitigation

Team performance and engagement

The base pay for this position is $99,300.00 – $198,700.00. In specific locations, the pay range may vary from the range posted.