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The Lead Operations, Integrated Solutions PMO will be responsible for enabling scalable, efficient, and standardized project execution across the Integrated Solutions PMO. This role provides overarching leadership of PMO tools, processes, and ways of working—owning key areas such as SOPs, training program, communication, and governance, while enabling alignment across portfolio management (Clarity), project toolkit (schedule, risk register, issue tracker, etc.), labor tracking, etc.
By partnering with system and functional owners, this individual ensures consistency, integration, and adoption across the PMO landscape, driving continuous improvement to strengthen project delivery, standardize execution practices, and increase operational efficiency.
This role is part of the global Integrated Solutions business and reports to the Senior Manager, Integrated Solutions PMO. This will be an on-site role, based in Krakow, Poland.
What you will do:
- Own and govern core PMO processes, tools, and communications, including SOPs, work instructions, training programs, departmental updates, department site (SharePoint), ensuring consistency, accessibility, and adoption across global teams
- Enable and align the PMO tool landscape, partnering with system and tool owners (e.g., Clarity, toolkit, time tracking) to standardize data, processes, and ways of working across the project lifecycle
- Establish and drive standardized project execution practices while identifying and implementing tools and systems that improve team effectiveness and efficiency, supporting planning, scheduling, resource tracking, reporting, and customer delivery
- Lead PMO performance management and insights, working with the team to develop, track, and communicate KPIs, dashboards, and performance measures that improve visibility and decision-making
- Drive continuous improvement and PMO capability development, identifying efficiency opportunities, enhancing data quality, implementing best practices globally, and advancing overall PMO maturity
Who you are:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business (BA/MBA), Operations, Engineering/Project Management, or related operational disciplines
- Prefer 3+ years of experience in enterprise-level project management, PMO operations, or complex program portfolios within a regulated or industrial environment
- Demonstrated experience applying Danaher Business System (DBS) methodologies including Kaizen, Daily Management, Policy Deployment, PSP, and Visual Project Management
- Experience with system and process optimization initiatives across project delivery tools and systems
- Ability to influence across matrixed organizations and communicate effectively with senior and executive leadership
It would be a plus if you also possess previous experience in:
- Life sciences, bioprocessing, biotechnology, or capital project environments, with a strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and templates
- Supporting global, and cross-functional teams, with the ability to influence, motivate, and work effectively across diverse stakeholders
- Demonstrating strong communication and leadership skills, including the ability to clearly evaluate information, support actionable strategies, and operate as a proactive, results-driven individual contributor
Join our winning team today. Together, we’ll accelerate the real-life impact of tomorrow’s science and technology. We partner with customers across the globe to help them solve their most complex challenges, architecting solutions that bring the power of science to life.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Operations, Engineering/Project Management, or related discipline
- 3+ years experience in enterprise-level project management, PMO operations, or complex program portfolios (regulated or industrial environment)
- Demonstrated experience applying Danaher Business System (DBS) methodologies including Kaizen, Daily Management, Policy Deployment, PSP, and Visual Project Management
- Experience with system and process optimization initiatives across project delivery tools and systems
- Ability to influence across matrixed organizations and communicate effectively with senior and executive leadership
- Experience working with PMO tools and platforms (e.g., Clarity) and department sites (SharePoint)
- Previous experience in life sciences, bioprocessing, biotechnology, or capital project environments
- Experience supporting global, cross-functional teams and driving adoption across diverse stakeholders
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as comprehensive, including medical plan options alongside dental, vision, life, disability, and mental health support. Wellness initiatives and support programs such as an EAP and vaccination or fitness offerings add breadth beyond core insurance.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits include a 401(k) plan with employer matching and options such as pre-tax and Roth contributions. Broader financial rewards such as performance bonuses and access to equity or an employee stock purchase plan are also described.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental leave and family-building support are described as available, including maternity and paternity leave and fertility assistance. Childcare and eldercare support are also highlighted as part of the overall package.
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What We Do
Danaher is a global science and technology innovator committed to helping our customers solve complex challenges and improve quality of life around the world. A global network of more than 25 operating companies, we drive meaningful innovation in some of today’s most dynamic industries through our operating companies in four strategic platforms: Life Sciences, Diagnostics, Water Quality and Product Identification. The engine at the heart of our success is the Danaher Business System (DBS), a set of tools that enables continuous improvement around lean, growth and leadership. Through the ingenuity of our people, the power of DBS and the impact of our meaningful technologies, we help realize life’s potential in ourselves and for those we serve.
