Director Project Mgmt, Evidence PMO job opportunity at Edwards Lifesciences Corporation.



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Edwards Lifesciences Corporation Director Project Mgmt, Evidence PMO
Experience: 10-years
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Director, Evidence PMO   Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Our project management teams support many parts of Edwards, including Engineering, HR, Marketing, IT, and more. You’ll be a trusted thought leader as you ensure our projects are completed efficiently and effectively. Your strategic mindset and fresh perspectives will be an essential part of how we bring innovative solutions for patients. Patients with mitral and tricuspid heart valve disease often have complex conditions with limited treatment options. Our Transcatheter Mitral and Tricuspid Therapies (TMTT) business unit is boldly pursuing an innovative portfolio of technologies to address a patient’s unmet clinical needs. It’s our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.   Position Summary:   We are seeking a strategic and visionary leader to establish and lead the global business unit (BU) innovation and evidence PMO. This role is responsible for building and adhering to cross-therapy governance, and establishing operational framework, and driving business excellence through the program management office. The Director will be instrumental in driving strategic value, innovation, and measurable outcomes across the organization. This role requires a seasoned executive communicator and influencer—someone who can confidently engage with senior leadership, shape enterprise-wide decisions, and champion a culture of accountability, transparency, and continuous improvement. The Director will also oversee cross-therapy programs to ensure alignment with business strategy, regulatory requirements, and patient-centric outcomes.   Work Schedule: This is an onsite position in Irvine, CA.   How you will make an impact:   Department & Strategic Leadership Solidify the global BU PMO vision, strategy, and operational roadmap within the TMTT business unit. Lead with clarity and purpose, aligning departmental goals with BU and enterprise strategy and clinical priorities. Establish and execute policies and procedures that support the department’s objectives and scale across the BU. Hire and develop talent and establish foundational processes and tools. Executive Communication & Influence Serve as a trusted advisor to senior leaders, translating complex clinical and program data into actionable insights. Lead cross-therapy leadership meetings, represent cross-BU functional initiatives, and strategic planning sessions. Influence cross-functional leaders and stakeholders to drive alignment, decision-making, and implementation. Program Management Oversee the planning, execution, and governance of a diverse portfolio of cross-functional innovation and evidence programs. Ensure strategic alignment across programs, balancing innovation, risk, and resource allocation. Monitor global program health and resource management; drive corrective actions as needed. Facilitate prioritization and decision-making across competing initiatives, ensuring transparency and accountability across the BU. Stakeholder Engagement & Change Leadership Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including R&D, Quality, Marketing, clinical, regulatory, launch, and global teams. Lead cross-functional collaboration and foster a culture of transparency and trust. Serve as a change agent, guiding the organization through transformation and adoption of best practices. Continuous Improvement & Innovation Own PMO continuous improvement initiatives related to innovation and evidence generation. Drive adoption of new PMO tools, methodologies, and best-in-industry practices. Facilitate business case development and resource prioritization across programs. Collaborate with functions across the enterprise on best practices. Thought Leadership & Mentorship Act as a subject matter expert in program and project management, with deep understanding of innovation, clinical, and regulatory environments. Mentor project managers and emerging leaders across the organization. Promote a culture of learning, innovation, and operational rigor.   What you will need (required):   Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria Related experience in project/program management or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria   Hands-on experience managing large to midsize projects and/or programs of increasing complexity or equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria Demonstrated track record in people management   What else we look for (preferred):   Master’s degree preferred 10+ years of experience in program/project management, with a proven track record of building or transforming departments. Experience managing clinical portfolios and navigating regulated environments. PMP certification preferred; PMP, Scrum Master, Green/Black Belt a plus. Demonstrated success in executive-level communication and stakeholder engagement. Expertise in project management methodologies and tools (e.g., MS Project, ProChain, Agile). Strong leadership, analytical, and strategic thinking skills. Demonstrated track record in people management Risk and performance management Change management and stakeholder influence Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence/control ​ Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families. For California (CA), the base pay range for this position is $156,000 to $221,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience).   Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.    E dwards is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities. COVID Vaccination Requirement Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.

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