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Woodward, Inc. · 4 hours ago

Project Manager I

Niles, IL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$67K/yr - $107K/yr

Woodward, Inc. is committed to creating a great workplace and delivering energy control solutions for a clean future. They are seeking a Project Manager I to lead projects, mentor project coordinators, and ensure accountability for project artifacts and governance.

Consumer Goods

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

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

Qualification

Risk ManagementBudget ManagementTechnical Project ManagementLeadershipStakeholder ManagementTime ManagementCommunicationProblem-SolvingTeam ManagementScope Management

Required

Lead projects and mentor 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

Leads 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

Basic ability to manage schedules, set milestones, and ensure timely delivery of project outcomes

Prioritizes tasks and effectively addresses competing demands

Conveys project information to stakeholders, team members, and sponsors

Manages stakeholder expectations and ensures alignment on goals

Engages stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives

Addresses stakeholder concerns

Builds and maintains relationships to secure stakeholder buy-in

Identifies, analyzes, and mitigates risks throughout the project lifecycle

Develops contingency plans and addresses potential obstacles

Monitors and addresses threats to minimize negative impacts on project objectives

Analyzes situations, identifies solutions, and makes informed decisions

Manages challenges and conflicts that arise during the project lifecycle

Leverages data and metrics to evaluate options and choose the best course of action

Estimates, allocates, and manages project budgets

Monitors financial performance to ensure projects are delivered within budget

Creates teamwork by fostering trust, accountability, and open communication

Encourages collaboration to contribute to project success

Adjusts plans in response to changing circumstances or new information

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

Solid project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches)

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

Must be a U.S. Person 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

Benefits

All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.

401(k) match (4.5%)

Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members

12 paid holidays, including floating 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

Company

Woodward, Inc.

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Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacture, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets.

Founded in 1870