Senior Principal Project Management Specialist

Collins McNicholas Recruitment; Galway; On-site; EUR 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical device company in Galway seeks a Senior Principal Project Manager to drive impactful innovations. You'll manage cross-functional teams and ensure project alignment from concept to launch. Required: a Bachelor's degree in engineering or science and at least 10 years of relevant experience, with a focus on complex project management.

Qualifications

• 10 years of relevant industry experience or 8 years with an advanced degree.
• Success in managing complex projects from start to finish.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resources.
• Ensure compliance with design control and regulatory requirements.
• Communicate project status and key updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

Strategic thinking

Education

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

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Are you a strategic thinker who thrives on leading complex projects from concept to launch? We’re partnering with a Galway based multinational medical device client who are looking for a dynamic and experienced Senior Principal Project Manager to join their team and drive impactful innovations in medical technology.

In this role, you’ll play a critical part in developing and delivering life-changing products by managing cross-functional teams, ensuring project alignment, and pushing the boundaries of engineering excellence.

Responsibilities

• Lead and execute project plans, including timelines, budgets, and resource management
• Ensure compliance with design control and regulatory requirements
• Define, negotiate, and coordinate resource needs across departments
• Communicate project status and key updates clearly to stakeholders
• Manage project budgets and oversee capital expenditures
• Drive project execution from initiation through successful delivery
• Identify potential risks early and implement mitigation strategies
• Develop systems and tools to monitor project performance and ensure alignment with goals
• Travel up to 25% to support collaboration and project execution across sites

Qualifications

Minimum:

• Bachelor’s degree (Level 8) in engineering, science or a related field
• At least 10 years of relevant industry experience or 8 years with an advanced degree
• Demonstrated success in managing complex, cross-functional projects from start to finish

Preferred:

• Experience with ablation products and energy-based medical technologies (e.g., catheters, generators)
• Strong knowledge of medical device regulations and standards (IEC 60601, IEC 62304, ISO 14971, ISO 13485)
• Proficiency in project management tools
• Strong understanding across the product development lifecycle
• Advanced degree (Engineering, Science, or MBA), PMP or Lean/Six Sigma certification is a plus

For a confidential discussion and more information on the role, please contact Amy Newell at [e-mail] or 091-706718.