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Xylem · 22 hours ago

Project Manager I

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact. The Project Manager I will coordinate and complete projects on time, within budget and scope, while ensuring deliverables meet client expectations and managing project resources effectively.

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Responsibilities

Must be able to manage multiple equipment design projects with values in the range of $50,000 - $150,000
Set and maintain project schedule(s) while interacting with internal customers (Engineering, Design, Purchasing, Planning, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Field Service), as well as the end user (Customer)
Function as primary, external customer contact on assigned projects, with focus on customer service
Identify risks and change opportunities and negotiate change orders with guidance from supervisor
Basic understanding of execution strategy and planning
Monitor and maintain a project budget for each project managed including labor and materials, such that forecasted margins are maintained or improved upon
Provide bi-weekly project status updates relative to task and milestone completion, risk/opportunity potential
Manage the procurement of equipment and material necessary to execute the project
Must be able to lead the coordination of internal and external resources for project execution with support from supervisor
Manage projects per agreed to contract terms & conditions to ensure adherence by all parties, both internal and external, including issuance of Non-Conformance Costs, change orders, and customer invoices with support from supervisor and finance
Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Water PurificationRisk IdentificationProject ManagementProject Management CertificationSAPMicrosoft OfficeCritical Path AwarenessScope Creep DetectionCommunicationInterpersonal Skills

Required

Must be able to manage multiple equipment design projects with values in the range of $50,000 - $150,000
Set and maintain project schedule(s) while interacting with internal customers (Engineering, Design, Purchasing, Planning, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, and Field Service), as well as the end user (Customer)
Function as primary, external customer contact on assigned projects, with focus on customer service
Identify risks and change opportunities and negotiate change orders with guidance from supervisor
Basic understanding of execution strategy and planning
Monitor and maintain a project budget for each project managed including labor and materials, such that forecasted margins are maintained or improved upon
Provide bi-weekly project status updates relative to task and milestone completion, risk/opportunity potential
Manage the procurement of equipment and material necessary to execute the project
Must be able to lead the coordination of internal and external resources for project execution with support from supervisor
Manage projects per agreed to contract terms & conditions to ensure adherence by all parties, both internal and external, including issuance of Non-Conformance Costs, change orders, and customer invoices with support from supervisor and finance
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills

Preferred

degreed Mechanical, Electrical, Civil, or Chemical Engineer
2+ years Project Management experience in the water purification or manufacturing industries
Familiarity with SAP Business Operating System
Proficient in Microsoft Office and MS Project Software, SharePoint
Project Management Certification will be encouraged within twelve months of hire date (PMP Certification)
Critical path awareness
Scope creep detection
Risk identification
Ability to identify and seek help to resolve project problems

Benefits

Medical
Dental
Vision plans
401(k) with company contribution
Paid time off
Paid parental leave
Tuition reimbursement

Company

Xylem is the global leader in advanced technologies, solutions and services that address the world’s biggest water challenges.

H1B Sponsorship

Xylem has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2025 (33)
2024 (8)
2021 (5)
2020 (5)

Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Bill Grogan
Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer
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Matt Latino
VP, Finance and Segment CFO Americas, Applied Water Systems and Measurement & Control Solutions
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