Program Manager Contract Jobs in Hamden, CT (NOW HIRING)

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Careers that change lives start here. Medtronic is a global leader in healthcare technology with a Mission to alleviate pain, restore health, and extend life. Our 95,000 employees work across more than 150 countries to put patients first - developing innovative medical technologies that improve the lives of 72+ million patients each year. Your unique talents will help shape the future of healthcare while building a career grounded in purpose, growth, and impact.

A Day in the LifeThe Global Real Estate and Construction organization leads the planning and execution of facilities, real estate, construction, and workplace projects across Medtronic's global portfolio. By delivering safe, compliant, and effective work environments, the team enables Medtronic employees and partners to innovate, manufacture, and support life-changing therapies that improve outcomes for patients worldwide.
Lead and deliver capital projects across the full project lifecycle, from planning and business case development through design, construction, commissioning, and closeout. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders and manage external service providers to ensure projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with regulatory and corporate requirements while supporting Medtronic's global business objectives.
This role will be based onsite at our North Haven Facility 4+ days/week (when not traveling).

• Lead projects through the entire project lifecycle including business case development, programming, site selection, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, occupancy, and closeout

• Lead remote & local teams in the delivery of projects simultaneously, ensuring alignment and timely delivery

• Direct and manage external design consultants, construction managers, contractors, and service providers to achieve project objectives related to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety

• Develop project business cases, manage capital budgets, risk assessment, forecast project expenditures, monitor financial performance, and ensure alignment with approved funding

• Partner with Facilities Operations, Real Estate, EHS, Quality, IT, Design, Security, Engineering, Sourcing, Finance, Legal, Manufacturing, and site leadership to ensure alignment to local & national regulatory requirements, applicable corporate policies, commissioning, qualification requirements, and the successful transition to Facility Operations

• Support procurement strategies, contract development, vendor selection, commercial negotiations, and change management processes

• Hold team members accountable for commitments and deliverables, maintaining transparency and tracking progress

• Travel: 25-50%

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 5+ years of Facilities Program Management experience OR Master's Degree and 3+ years of experience

• Experience managing capital projects and programs consisting of facility infrastructure & engineering projects, manufacturing construction projects, laboratory projects, and/or corporate real estate and workplace projects

Preferred Qualifications

• Degree in engineering (e.g., mechanical/electrical), construction management, or related field preferred.

• Strong financial acumen: experience developing cost estimates, capital/expense budgets, forecasts, and status reports

• Extensive experience managing complex facilities and construction projects in med-tech or pharma manufacturing environments, with strong technical knowledge of critical building infrastructure and a proven ability to partner with manufacturing operations to minimize downtime

• Experience working within an ISO13485 quality management system and adhering to good documentation practices

• Proficient with construction management software (e.g., Procore, Bluebeam); AutoCAD and BIM experience

• OSHA 30 Hour construction safety certification or equivalent safety management expertise

• PMP or PE Certification

For Baccalaureate degrees earned outside of the United States, a degree that satisfies the requirements of 8 C.F.R. 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(A) is required.

Physical Job Requirements

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this position, but they are not an exhaustive list of all the required responsibilities and skills of this position.

The physical demands described within the Responsibilities section of this job description are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. For Office Roles: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to be independently mobile. The employee is also required to interact with a computer, and communicate with peers and co-workers. Contact your manager or local HR to understand the Work Conditions and Physical requirements that may be specific to each role.

U.S. Work Authorization & Sponsorship

At Medtronic, we are committed to fostering an environment where employees can thrive and make a meaningful impact. In alignment with our enterprise-wide workforce planning approach, U.S. work authorization sponsorship (H-1B, TN, J, etc.) is offered exclusively for Principal-level roles and above, where specialized expertise aligns with long-term business needs. Roles below the Principal level require candidates to possess unrestricted U.S. work authorization at the time of hire and for the duration of employment.

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Benefits & Compensation

Medtronic offers a competitive Salary and flexible Benefits Package
A commitment to our employees lives at the core of our values. We recognize their contributions. They share in the success they help to create. We offer a wide range of benefits, resources, and competitive compensation plans designed to support you at every career and life stage.

Salary ranges for U.S (excl. PR) locations (USD):$106,400.00 - $159,600.00This position is eligible for a short-term incentive called the Medtronic Incentive Plan (MIP).The base salary range is applicable across the United States, excluding Puerto Rico and specific locations in California. The offered rate complies with federal and local regulations and may vary based on factors such as experience, certification/education, market conditions, and location. Compensation and benefits information pertains solely to candidates hired within the United States (local market compensation and benefits will apply for others).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to those regular employees who work 20+ hours per week: Health, Dental and vision insurance,Health Savings Account,Healthcare Flexible Spending Account,Life insurance, Long-term disability leave,Dependent daycare spending account,Tuition assistance/reimbursement, andSimple Steps (global well-being program).

The following benefits and additional compensation are available to all regular employees:Incentive plans, 401(k) plan plus employer contribution and match,Short-term disability,Paid time off,Paid holidays,Employee Stock Purchase Plan,Employee Assistance Program,Non-qualified Retirement Plan Supplement (subject to IRS earning minimums), andCapital Accumulation Plan (available to Vice Presidents and above, or subject to IRS earning minimums).

Regular employees are those who are not temporary, such as interns. Temporary employees are eligible for paid sick time, as required under applicable state law, and the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Please note some of the above benefits may not apply to workers in Puerto Rico.

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Medtronic benefits and compensation plans

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