The Companion Animal Group Dx Business Unit PMO is seeking an experienced Senior Project Managerto join our team and contribute to the delivery of strategic initiatives across our portfolio. This is a high-impact role at the center of a collaborative, mission-driven PMO — one that partners closely with global reference lab operations, enterprise programs, and cross-functional business teams to drive structured, successful project execution.

As aSenior Project Manager, you will lead cross-functional initiatives from planning through closeout, bringing clarity, structure, and momentum to complex programs. Your primary focus will be on Reference Lab initiatives — including lab deployment, enterprise transformation, Cx programs, and instrument implementation — while also contributing to broader CAG Dx BU priorities as capacity and business needsallow This is a role where your ability to manage stakeholders, communicate with confidence, and drive accountability will be just as important as your project management toolkit.

In This Role, You Will ...

Lead Project Planning and Delivery

• Manage the full project lifecycle — from scoping and planning through implementation, closeout, and handoff — ensuring delivery against scope, schedule, budget, and quality standards.

• Build robust project plans with clearly defined workstreams, deliverables, milestones, and resource assignments aligned to businessobjectivesand PMO standards.

• Proactivelyidentifyand manage risks, issues, and dependencies; escalate whereappropriateand drivetimelyresolution.

• Conduct assurance reviews and manage projectcloseout, including documentation, lessons learned, and transition to business as usual.

Engage and Align Stakeholders

• Develop and execute stakeholder engagement plans across a complex, matrixed organization — building strong relationships with business leaders, lab operations teams, technology partners, and others.

• Lead project meetings and communications, driving clear decision-making, actionitemfollow-through, and effective escalation.

• Prepare and deliver regular status updates, review reports, and presentations tailored to a range of audiences, from core teams to senior leadership.

• Anticipate and balance competing stakeholder needs; manage expectations with transparency and confidence.

Manage Requirements and Change

• Coordinaterequirementsgathering, analysis, documentation, and management across the project lifecycle.

• Identify, manage, and control scope and project changes using established change control processes; obtain approvals asrequired

• Ensure project documentation meets organizational standards and any applicable regulatory or compliance requirements.

Contribute to Team and Portfolio Success

• Lead and coordinate small to medium-sized project teams; communicate vision and outcomes, coordinate team actions, and build capability through coaching and mentoring.

• Contribute to PMO continuous improvement by sharing insights,identifyingprocess opportunities, and supporting a culture of accountability and excellence.

• Bring flexibility to work across Reference Lab and broader CAG Dx BU initiatives as capacity allows, supporting cross-training and portfolio depth across the team.

What You Will Need to Succeed

Experience & Education

• 3–6 years of progressive project management experience, withdemonstratedability to independently lead complex, cross-functional projects in a matrixed environment.

• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, tools, and best practices;proficiencyin project management and collaboration software (e.g., Smartsheet, Microsoft Teams, SharePoint).

• Experience in healthcare, life sciences, laboratory operations, or technology environments a plus.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent combination of education and experiencerequired.

• PMP or equivalent certification helpful but notrequired

• Location: This role is open to those driving distance to our Westbrook, Maine HQ, working in a hybrid capacity (approximately 8 days per month onsite)

Skills and Competencies

• Prioritizes and plans work effectively; stays focused under change and looks ahead to secure resources needed to meet commitments(Plans and Aligns)

• Consistently delivers outcomes even under tough circumstances; brings urgency and focus to goals and commitments(Drives Results)

• Cuts through complexity toidentifyroot causes and drive effective solutions across a high-volume, dynamic portfolio(Manages Complexity)

• Anticipates and manages the needs of multiple stakeholders across business, operations, and technology; finds well-balanced solutions(Balances Stakeholders)

• Delivers clear, confident communications adapted to diverse audiences — from core project teams to senior leadership(Communicates Effectively)

• Holds self and others accountable; takes ownership of outcomes and follows through on commitments(Ensures Accountability)

• Inspires and aligns cross-functional teams toward shared goals without direct reporting relationships(Leads Without Authority)

• Flexibly adjusts approach in real time to match shifting demands across a complex, global portfolio(Situational Adaptability)

Personal Attributes

• High need for achievement — works intensely to meet and exceed difficult goals.

• Composed and steady under pressure and in ambiguous situations.

• Persistent and resourceful; collaborative and sociable by nature.

• Curious and open —seeksdiverse perspectives and continuouslylooksfor better ways of working.

What you can expect from us:
• Base annual salary target: $120000 - $140000 (yes, we do have flexibility if needed)
• Opportunity for annual cash bonus
• Health / Dental / Vision Benefits Day-One
• 5% matching 401k
• Additional benefits including but not limited to financial support, pet insurance, mental health resources, volunteer paid days off, employee stock program, foundation donation matching, and much more!

Why IDEXX?

We’re proud of the work we do, because our work matters. An innovation leader in every industry we serve, we follow our Purpose and Guiding Principles to help pet owners worldwide keep their companion animals healthy and happy, to ensure safe drinking water for billions, and to help farmers protect livestock and poultry from diseases. We have customers in over 175 countries and a global workforce of over 10,000 talented people.

So, what does that mean for you? We enrich the livelihoods of our employees with a positive and respectful work culture that embraces challenges and encourages learning and discovery.   At IDEXX, you will be supported by competitive compensation, incentives, and benefits while enjoying purposeful work that drives improvement.

Let’s pursue what matters together.

IDEXX values a diverse workforce and workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

IDEXX is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will not be discriminated against because of race, color, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, citizenship status, disability, ancestry, marital status, veteran status, medical condition, or any protected category prohibited by local, state, or federal laws.

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