Danaher Corporation is a leader in life sciences, diagnostics, and biotechnology, dedicated to innovation for tangible impact. The HR Project Manager will support the delivery of HR initiatives across the Life Sciences Platform, managing projects that impact HR systems and processes while collaborating with HR leaders and stakeholders.
Responsibilities:
- Lead end-to-end delivery of complex HR initiatives, defining scope, timelines, milestones, risks, dependencies, and deliverables
- Drive day-to-day execution and governance, keeping workstreams on track and escalating/resolving issues quickly
- Coordinate cross-functional partners and vendors, influencing outcomes and aligning on objectives, success measures, and decisions
- Support change management and adoption, including impact assessment, readiness tracking, communications, and reinforcement of standard methods
- Build visibility and insights through project management and analytics tools (e.g., Smartsheet, dashboards, automation), translating data into executive-ready updates
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- 7+ years of progressive experience in project management, HR, or a closely related function
- Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects simultaneously with defined scope and timelines
- Working knowledge of HR processes, systems, and operating models
- Strong communication, organization, and stakeholder coordination skills
- Up to 20% domestic or international travel as required
- Formal training or certification in project and/or change management, with experience supporting HR transformation, operations, shared services, or HR technology initiatives
- Familiarity with DBS tools and continuous improvement methodologies, applied in practical, business-facing environments
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, using structured thinking to navigate complex challenges
- Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and adapt in a fast-paced, evolving environment