Asset Services Project Manager 2

Woodward L'Orange•Fort Collins, CO

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Woodward's Industrial Product Division in Fort Collins, Colorado is seeking an experienced and results-driven Project Manager to lead and drive the successful execution of complex projects. This role requires a dynamic leader who excels in communication, stakeholder engagement, and team management while ensuring projects are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities, creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members’ wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position.

Requirements

Leadership (Empathy/ Influence/Mentoring): Inspires and motivates teams to achieve project goals. Builds trust, resolving conflicts, and fostering collaboration among team members. Takes personal ownership of the project and drives commitment from team members.
Time Management / Prioritization: Demonstrated ability to effectively manage schedules, set milestones, and ensure timely delivery of project outcomes. Prioritizes tasks and effectively addresses competing demands.
Communication: Effectively conveys project information to stakeholders, team members, and sponsors. Tailors communication to different audiences (e.g., executives, technical teams, clients). Manages stakeholder expectations and ensures alignment on goals.
Stakeholder Management (upward): Engages stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives. Addresses stakeholder concerns, manages expectations, and balances competing priorities. Builds and maintains relationships to secure stakeholder buy-in.
Risk Management: Identifies, analyzes, and mitigates risks throughout the project lifecycle. Develops contingency plans and addresses potential obstacles. Monitors and addresses risks to minimize negative and maximize positive impacts on project objectives.
Problem-Solving: Analyzes complex situations, identifies solutions, and makes informed decisions, with the support of the Program Manager or PMO Leader. Manages challenges and conflicts that arise during the project lifecycle. Leverages data and metrics to evaluate options and choose the best course of action.
Budget Management: Demonstrated ability to estimate, allocate, and manage project budgets effectively. Monitors financial performance to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
Team Management (cross-functional/matrix): Creates teamwork by fostering trust, accountability, and open communication. Identifies team strengths and assigns roles to maximize efficiency and effectiveness. Encourages collaboration to contribute to project success.
Scope (Change) Management: Adjusts plans in response to changing circumstances or new information. Clearly defines and controls the project scope to prevent scope creep. Manages change requests while ensuring alignment with project objectives and constraints. Maintains focus on deliverables and ensures they meet agreed-upon requirements.
Technical Project Management Skills (incl. Scheduling): Strong project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches). Effectively uses tools and software (e.g., Planisware, Jira, etc.) to plan, execute, and monitor projects. Applies standard PM techniques like Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Gantt charts.
All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Responsibilities

Lead projects.
Mentors Project Coordinators.
Accountable for project results.
Accountable for project artifacts (scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, etc.).
Lead project meetings and reviews.
Accountable for project gates and deliverables.

Benefits

Annual cash bonus opportunity
401(k) match (4.5%)
Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities
12 paid holidays
Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
Paid parental leave.
Adoption Assistance
Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
Member referral bonus
Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts
Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave