Project Manager III

Job description

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions. POSITION SUMMARY The Project Manager manages key client projects. Project management responsibilities include the coordination and completion of projects on time within budget and within scope. Oversee all aspects of projects. Set deadlines, assign responsibilities and monitor and summarize progress of project. Prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project. The Project Managers will work directly with clients to ensure deliverables fall within the applicable scope and budget. CORE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS • Direct and contribute to overall health & execution of a project scope: deliverables, timeline and budget; • Customer interface throughout execution of project; Responsible for technical and financial aspects of projects; • Regularly reports projects and status to project stakeholders; • Leading/facilitating/conducting team meetings for Project execution; • Analyze financial health of project; medium to high complexity project; • Advanced product knowledge and application; • Collaborate in resource selection; facilitate technical review of systems; • Identify and develop risk and mitigation plans on projects; • Identify change opportunities and negotiate change orders; • Understand execution strategy and planning; contract interpretation Organization Impact: • Drive schedule attainment; • Meet project/customer requirements; • Margin attainment; customer satisfaction; • Identify continuous improvement activities; • Ensure contractual obligations are met POSITION REQUIREMENTS Required: FORMAL EDUCATION: PMP Certification or previous work experience; BA/BS degree - technical KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE: 5-10 years experience in Project Management, planning or manufacturing Identify and solve problems; Candid and timely communication; take initiative; detail oriented; advance understanding of ERP system; Advanced understanding of MS Office (project, word, excel); forward thinking; business acumen; excellent organizational skills; provide executive level summaries using sound judgement on when escalation should happen; strong communication skills oral and written; drive project financial performance(forecasting, revenue, margin) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Must be able to sit, stand, hear, and see on a constant basis. Must be able to walk, write, and type on a frequent basis. Must be able to climb and descend stairs. Must be able to bend, carry, reach, push, and pull on an occasional basis. Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing. May work indoors and outdoors as needed. Exposure to heat up to 120 degrees and cold to 0 degrees. May work in areas where noise level is such that hearing protection is required. May be exposed to varying amounts of dust and dirt. Work surfaces may include concrete. Employee must be able to operate a computer and communicate via telephone. Some travel (up to 10%) to other locations, customer job sites, meetings and/or seminars is required. #LI-NP1 Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world. At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment. Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation