Eric Matthews
Strategic Project Management Leader | Achieving Cross-Functional Success Through Regulatory Approvals, Capital Builds & Digital Launches
- Role
- Lead Project Manager at Vericel® Corporation
- Location
- Boston, MA, US
- LinkedIn followers
- 500 followers
About Eric Matthews
Results-driven Project Management Leader with a proven track record of delivering complex projects on time and within scope. Highly skilled in driving cross-functional teams to achieve key deliverables while fostering collaboration and accountability. Expert in optimizing document management systems and streamlining business processes to enhance operational efficiency and support strategic objectives. Adept at identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing innovative solutions that align with organizational goals, to drive long-term success and growth.
Experience
Lead Project Manager
Mar 2023 — Present
Oversaw planing and implementation of medium and large projects including: a successful BLA approval and new product launch; 120M+ new office and lab construction; Digital PMO launch, Generative AI pilot (ongoing), and various tenant improvement capital projects* Controlled project execution assessing against project plans and recommended escalation or corrective action when necessary*Developed, introduced, and trained staff on digital Project Management Office (PMO) system * Served as company administrator and cheerleader for adoption of Smartsheet* Created and maintained project plans, schedules, and weekly tracking documents in collaboration with cross-functional teams for varied audiences, including C-level* Negotiated agreements with internal and external stakeholders on project deliverables, milestones, and resource allocation* Facilitated regular and ad hoc project meetings* Coordinated internal and external resources for execution of projects and negotiated with executives and team leads under resource constraints* Highlighted project risks and opportunities, and facilitated planning sessions to mitigate risks and take advantage of opportunities
Education
Ithaca College
BA, Creative Writing
1992 — 1996
Ithaca College
Bachelor's degree, Creative Writing
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