Project Manager

Xylem•Village of Pewaukee, WI

20d•$105,000 - $120,000

About The Position

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. The Project Manager plays a critical role in ensuring that projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget. This role supports industrial and municipal water and wastewater projects ranging from approximately $50K to multi‑million‑dollar initiatives. This position involves conducting detailed analyses of project performance, identifying areas for improvement, and developing and implementing project plans. The Project Manager collaborates with cross‑functional teams to address project issues, perform risk assessments, and implement corrective actions. Additionally, this role involves training and mentoring junior staff.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Project Management, or a related field with at least 3 years experience.
Strong understanding of project management principles and practices
Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
Proficiency in project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, Asana, Trello).
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively with cross functional teams.
Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
Knowledge of market research and competitive analysis techniques.

Responsibilities

Project Planning and Coordination • Develop project plans and timelines • Monitor and track project progress • Coordinate with project team members and stakeholders • Identify and resolve project issues and risks • Communicate project updates and status reports to stakeholders
Budget Management • Develop and manage project budgets • Track project expenses and ensure adherence to budget • Prepare budget reports and analysis • Identify cost saving opportunities
Resource Allocation • Identify project resource needs • Coordinate with resource managers to allocate resources • Monitor resource utilization and make adjustments as needed • Anticipate and address potential resource conflicts
Project Documentation • Create and maintain project documentation, including project charters, schedules, and status reports • Ensure project documentation is accurate and up-to-date • Organize and store project documents for easy access and reference
Quality Control • Establish quality standards for project deliverables • Perform regular quality checks on project deliverables • Identify and address any quality issues or concerns
Risk Management • Identify potential project risks and develop risk mitigation plans • Monitor and track identified risks and take appropriate actions to minimize their impact • Communicate potential risks to project team members and stakeholders
Stakeholder Management • Identify project stakeholders and their roles • Communicate project updates and status reports to stakeholders • Manage stakeholder expectations and address any concerns or issues • Cultivate positive relationships with stakeholders to ensure project success.