Project Manager

ZEISS Group

. Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, success measures, and delivery plans .

Posted 9/21/2026full-timePrinceton • New Jersey • United StatesMid-LevelSenior💰 $75,800 - $94,700 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in project management methodologies and tools, with a strong focus on delivering high-impact projects within time, quality, and cost parameters. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder relationships, and adapt to evolving project requirements while maximizing business value.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Project Management CertificationCross-Functional Team LeadershipRisk and Issue ManagementStakeholder ManagementResource Planning

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Hard Skills

Project Management MethodologiesProject Scope DefinitionDelivery PlanningProject ReportingBenefits Realization

Soft Skills

Clear CommunicationAdaptabilityJudgmentCollaborationOwnership

Certifications & Qualifications

Project Management Qualification

Industry Keywords

Matrix OrganizationGlobal Project ManagementDigital Platform ProjectsCommercial Model ProjectsInternational Perspectives

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define project scope, objectives, deliverables, success measures, and delivery plans
Lead global, cross-functional project teams in a matrix organization and establish clear roles, governance, and ways of working
Plan and coordinate development, market execution and implementation activities for strategic solutions
Foster clear, direct communication across the project team and leverage international perspectives to improve outcomes
Plan and allocate project resources in alignment with priorities and delivery requirements
Manage projects within agreed time, quality, and cost parameters
Apply appropriate project management methodologies, tools, and techniques based on project complexity and requirements maturity
Adapt plans constructively as requirements evolve while maintaining focus on business value and delivery outcomes
Identify, assess, manage, and escalate project risks, issues, dependencies, and decisions
Manage stakeholders across functions and leadership levels, including preparation of concise project reporting
Track delivery outcomes and support benefits realization following implementation
Lead strategic, high-impact projects across the US project portfolio, including digital platform and innovative commercial model projects
Support implementation of the global support concept for deployed solutions

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent relevant professional experience
Project management qualification or certification is essential
3+ years relevant professional project management experience
Experience delivering projects using project management methodologies, tools, and techniques appropriately
Experience leading or coordinating cross-functional teams in a matrix organization
Ability to define scope and deliverables and manage delivery within time, quality, and cost parameters
Strong resource planning, risk and issue management, stakeholder management, and project reporting capabilities
Ability to distill complex concepts into succinct, understandable formats for varied audiences
Clear and direct communicator who can foster alignment across international, remote, and hybrid teams
Pragmatic and adaptable approach, including the ability to work with varying levels of requirements maturity and embrace change to maximize value
Ability to leverage diverse international perspectives and collaborate effectively across cultures and functions
Strong ownership, organization, judgment, and focus on measurable delivery outcomes
Willingness and ability to travel occasionally within the United States and internationally as business needs require

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance Bonus
Medical plans
Retirement savings plan
Paid time off
Occasional domestic and international travel