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HeadFirst BV

Program Director

Saint Louis, MO · On-site +1

$100K - $120K/yr

As the Program Director, you will lead the Program Management team responsible for the day-to-day execution and continuous improvement of the client's program(s). You will partner with the Client ...

Abacus Technology

Program Manager

Belleville, IL

Provide Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Monthly Status Reports (MSRs), and ad-hoc briefings to Abacus management and government stakeholders. * Support the production environment by adhering to ...

Abacus Technology

Program Manager

Belleville, IL · On-site

Provide Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Monthly Status Reports (MSRs), and ad-hoc briefings to Abacus management and government stakeholders. * Support the production environment by adhering to ...

Abacus Technology

Program Manager

Belleville, IL

Provide Program Management Reviews (PMRs), Monthly Status Reports (MSRs), and ad-hoc briefings to Abacus management and government stakeholders. * Support the production environment by adhering to ...

GCyber

Program Manager

Scott Air Force Base, IL · On-site

Project Management Institute (PMI) Project Management Professional (PMP) certification * DoD 8140/8570 IA baseline certification. * BA/BS and 10+ years of experience managing DoD IT services programs.

Amyx, Inc.

Program Manager

O Fallon, IL

Direct the preparation and submission of required reports and documentation, which may include: Program Management Plans (addressing schedule, resources, risk, and communications) Periodic status ...

Amyx, Inc.

Program Manager

O Fallon, IL · On-site

Direct the preparation and submission of required reports and documentation, which may include: Program Management Plans (addressing schedule, resources, risk, and communications) Periodic status ...

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As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for director program management in Troy, IL is $101,577.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $79,200.00 and $108,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Director of Program Management oversees multiple projects or programs within an organization, ensuring they align with the company's strategic goals. They are responsible for setting priorities, allocating resources, and managing teams of project managers. This role involves coordinating across departments, mitigating risks, and ensuring that programs are delivered on time and within budget. Directors of Program Management also communicate with executive leadership and stakeholders to report on progress and outcomes.

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Director, Program Management

Thermo Fisher Scientific

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Full-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

Thermo Fisher Scientific rating

7.8

Company rating: 7.8 out of 10

Based on 429 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

169th of 545 rated manufacturers

Job description

Work Schedule
Standard (Mon-Fri)
Environmental Conditions
Office
Job Description
At Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., our team is driven by a shared mission to make a world of difference. As the Director, Program Management, you will be at the forefront of this mission, playing a pivotal role in our efforts to develop breakthrough biologic drugs. This is an outstanding opportunity to join a highly dedicated team and lead world-class project management initiatives that directly impact patient health and safety!
How will you make an impact?
The Director, Program Management will engage with our ambitious Biologics customers, balancing their expectations against Thermo Fisher Scientific's business targets. You will advance project management techniques through talent nurturing and acquisition, partnering with leaders to support customer success and ensure projects are flawlessly carried out.
What will you do?
  • Manage customer project aspects including communications, financials, scopes of work, timelines, risk analysis, governance, and conflict resolution.
  • Build and drive growth and governance strategy with clients, ensuring strong business relationships.
  • Coordinate project management methodology with site General Manager, Finance, and other leadership to support the annual plan, collaborating with financial staff for accurate time reporting, timelines, monthly revenue review, and scope of service.
  • Ensure on-time delivery of products and services to clients
  • Advocate client centricity and guidelines to improve operational performance, ensuring governance models, customer dashboards, costing, risk mitigation strategies, etc., are in place.
  • Partner with site and business unit leadership to develop strategic priorities, refine processes, and improve project management capabilities, building meaningful objectives and facilitating career planning for team members.

How will you get here?
  • Master's Degree in life sciences or engineering, with equivalent experience also considered. An M.B.A. or equivalent experience is preferred.
  • 10+ years experience in Program Management in a regulated environment.
  • 5+ years in commercial strategy, business management, project management, supply chain, sales, or marketing with client-facing responsibilities
  • Experience in a biologics CDMO business is preferred

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
  • Expert project management leader with a proven record in a matrixed organization.
  • Able to balance multiple priorities and respond to change.
  • Establish trust with clients and colleagues.
  • Excellent oral and written communication skills.

When you join Thermo Fisher Scientific, you become part of a global team that values passion, innovation, and a commitment to scientific excellence. You'll work in an environment where collaboration and development are part of the everyday experience-and where your contributions truly make a difference.

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