[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All Thermo Fisher Scientific jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/) · [Search jobs](/search/) Thermo Fisher Scientific · Carlsbad, CA # Project Manager III for Custom Orders Team Carlsbad, California, United States of America Full-time Manager or lead $83,300.00–$111,100.00 Operations Listed on Thermo Fisher Scientific’s official careers site. Posted September 17, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on Thermo Fisher Scientific’s careers site →](https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/job/TFSCGLOBALR01366243EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Project-Manager-III-for-Custom-Orders-Team) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [Thermo Fisher Scientific](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/) / Project Manager III for Custom Orders Team ## Job description Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office ### Job Description As part of the Thermo Fisher Scientific team, you'll discover meaningful work that makes a positive impact on a global scale. Join our colleagues in bringing our Mission to life every single day to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. We provide our global teams with the resources needed to achieve individual career goals while helping to take science a step beyond by developing solutions for some of the world's toughest challenges, like protecting the environment, making sure our food is safe or helping find cures for cancer. DESCRIPTION As a Project Manager III on the Customs, Specials and OEM (CSO) team at Thermo Fisher Scientific, you will manage custom orders and lead complex, process improvement or strategic projects that advance our mission of making the world healthier, cleaner and safer. In this role, you will manage a variety of custom order types from concept to completion. This includes working with our Commercial partners and customers directly, managing the quoting process, SKU and document creation, coordinating planning for manufacturing and QC of our products, and ensuring on-time shipment and delivery while providing an exceptional customer experience. You will collaborate with teams across the organization to drive project execution while building strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels. This position requires someone who can navigate ambiguity and succeed in a matrix environment. Your project management expertise and leadership will be critical in delivering impactful results that support business growth and operational excellence. ### REQUIREMENTS Advanced Degree plus - 3 years of experience, or Bachelor's Degree plus - 5 years of experience in project management leading complex, cross-functional initiatives Preferred Fields of Study: Science, Engineering, Business Administration or related field Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred Six Sigma/Lean certification a plus - Demonstrated expertise in project management methodologies, tools and best practices Leadership abilities with proven success managing teams through influence Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to work with all levels Experience managing project budgets, timelines, risks and stakeholder expectations - Strong organizational and analytical skills with exceptional attention to detail - Ability to manage multiple high-priority projects simultaneously Business acumen and strategic mindset Problem-solving abilities and proactive approach to risk mitigation - Proficiency with MS Office suite and project management software Experience in regulated industry (e.g. pharmaceutical, medical device) preferred - Knowledge of GMP/GLP, ISO and other relevant quality standards preferred English communication proficiency required, additional languages a plus Compensation and Benefits The salary range estimated for this position based in California is $83,300.00–$111,100.00. This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes: A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programs Employee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursement At least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policy Retirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings plan Employees’ Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount For more information on our benefits, please visit: [https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards](https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards) ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 17, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 13, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 13, 2026 - Listed for: 26 days - Location: Carlsbad, California, United States of America - Employment type: Full-time - Pay: $83,300.00–$111,100.00[Apply on Thermo Fisher Scientific’s careers site →](https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/job/TFSCGLOBALR01366243EXTERNALENGLOBAL/Project-Manager-III-for-Custom-Orders-Team) ## More jobs at Thermo Fisher Scientific ### [Senior Finance Analyst - Carlsbad Operations](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/0ad6b8ac0cd3e208a292/) Carlsbad, California, United States of America ### [(Senior) Project Manager - Neuroscience](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/89d782a2e082c4182de9/) Remote, United Kingdom ### [(Sr) Project Manager - Hematology/Oncology Team - Remote based in the US](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/3d20597b4d078611e973/) Remote, North Carolina, United States of America ### [(Sr) Project Manager - Neurosciences Psychiatry or Rare Diseases Team - Remote based in the US](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/1d208dafdd541086baf2/) Remote, North Carolina, United States of America ### [(Sr) Project Manager, Non-Interventional Trials Team](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/thermo-fisher-scientific/jobs/fcf0cc27a3a9a7bfdb70/) Remote, North Carolina, United States of America ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Distribution Center Will Call Orders Associate](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/genuine-parts/jobs/fa2dbb60a6d1244036d1/) Genuine Parts · Denver, CO ### [Technical Project Manager III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/689322faf0ca4ef2ca34/) JPMorganChase · Newark, DE, United States ### [Technical Project Manager III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/6a3cc6c6f65875986666/) JPMorganChase · Jersey City, NJ, United States ### [Project Management Coordinator III](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/aramark/jobs/17164e199f9a77823e5d/) Aramark · Philadelphia, PA, US ### [Project Engineering Manager III (ON-SITE & Relocation Available)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/179afb7af6bdffc1354a/) BAE Systems · Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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