Manager, Project Management

Copeland • Cudahy, WI

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Project Management is responsible for leading a team of Project Managers and Senior Project Managers while ensuring the successful execution of all projects assigned within the PMO. This role provides leadership across the project portfolio and works with the Director of PMO and enterprise PMO to leverage and continuously improve project management standards and best practices, develops team capabilities, and drives on-time, on-budget project delivery while creating an exceptional customer experience. The Manager, Project Management is a trusted thought leader and partner to the Director PMO to ensure alignment of priorities, optimize project execution, and support the organization's strategic objectives. This role will not only lead high level programs but work to mature project, program, portfolio management within the organization by partnering with the enterprise Copeland PMO.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree required, preferably in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related technical field
• 7+ years of professional experience in manufacturing, industrial equipment, engineering, or related industries
• 5+ years of project management experience managing complex, cross-functional projects
• 3+ years of people leadership experience, including direct management, coaching, and development of project management professionals
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Experience managing portfolios of multiple concurrent projects with significant revenue, schedule, and customer impact
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence organizational outcomes without direct authority
• Strong understanding of project management methodologies, portfolio management, risk management, and resource planning
• Demonstrated ability to drive organizational accountability and execute strategic initiatives
• Strong financial acumen, including project budgeting, forecasting, margin analysis, and cost control
• Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and conflict-resolution skills
• Proficiency with project management software and Microsoft Office products

Nice To Haves

• MBA or advanced technical degree
• Experience within refrigeration, HVAC, industrial equipment, compression systems, or engineered-to-order manufacturing environments
• Lean, Six Sigma, or continuous improvement certification
• Experience implementing project management processes, governance frameworks, and performance metrics
• Demonstrated success leading organizational change and cross-functional improvement initiatives

Responsibilities

• Lead, develop, and manage a team of Project Managers and Senior Project Managers, providing coaching, performance management, succession planning, and professional development
• Oversee the successful execution of Engineer-to-Order (ETO), refrigeration, gas compression, and other strategic projects, ensuring delivery aligns with customer, operational, and financial objectives
• Collaborate with enterprise PMO to leverage and continuously improve project management standards, governance processes, tools, metrics, and best practices to drive consistent project execution across the organization
• Provide portfolio oversight by monitoring project performance, resource utilization, schedules, budgets, risks, and priorities across multiple concurrent projects
• Partner with Sales, Engineering, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Finance, Logistics, and Field Services to align resources and drive accountability for project success
• Serve as the escalation point for complex projects, customer, and cross-functional issues, leading resolution efforts to minimize business and customer impact
• Foster strong customer and stakeholder relationships by ensuring effective communication, managing expectations, and driving high levels of customer satisfaction
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on project execution, operational efficiency, customer experience, and profitability
• Drive project forecasting, resource planning, capacity management, and portfolio reporting to support strategic decision-making and business objectives
• Championing a culture of accountability, collaboration, safety, and project management excellence while supporting organizational growth and strategic initiatives

Benefits

• medical insurance plans
• dental and vision coverage
• 401(k)
• flexible time off plans
• paid parental leave
• vacation and holiday leave

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager