Jobs in Colinton

Project Manager

Location: Central Belt, Scotland (hybrid after initial training)
Salary: Competitive + benefits

An exciting opportunity is available for a Project Manager to join a growing organisation within a highly regulated, technology-driven environment. This role will focus on delivering complex, cross-functional projects, ensuring outputs are achieved in line with robust design control and project management processes.

This opportunity would suit both experienced Project and Junior Project Managers looking to progress their career in a structured and supportive environment.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the planning, coordination, and delivery of multiple projects simultaneously
Manage cross-functional project teams within a matrix environment
Develop and maintain project plans, ensuring timelines, budgets, and deliverables are met
Chair project meetings and ensure alignment across technical teams and stakeholders
Manage external suppliers and third parties to deliver project objectives
Monitor project progress, identifying and mitigating risks, issues, and changes
Ensure all activities and documentation align with design control and regulatory requirements
Provide regular updates and formal reporting to project stakeholders and senior leadership
Support programme-level activities and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives

About You

Degree qualified in a scientific discipline (or equivalent experience)
Proven project management experience, with the ability to manage multiple projects concurrently
Experience leading cross-functional teams in a matrix environment
Strong understanding of project planning, monitoring, and delivery methodologies
Confident stakeholder manager with excellent communication skills
Highly organised, detail-oriented, and able to perform in fast-paced environments

Desirable Experience

Experience within a regulated industry such as medical devices, life sciences, or advanced manufacturing
Knowledge of IVDR or regulatory-driven projects
Exposure to ISO 13485 and/or FDA CFR 820 design control processes
Understanding of CE marking and/or FDA submission requirements
Formal project management certification (e.g. PRINCE2, PMP, Agile)

Skills & Competencies

Strong working knowledge of MS Project and Microsoft Office tools
Experience using virtual collaboration tools (e.g. Teams, Zoom)
Ability to manage risk, resolve conflict, and navigate both tactical and strategic challenges
Strong problem-solving and decision-making capability

What's on Offer

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
Hybrid working flexibility
Opportunity to work on innovative, high-impact projects
Collaborative and supportive team environment
Clear progression opportunities within a growing organisationGuidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy