Manager, Project Management - New Generation Projects

Emerson Group

$100K — $130K *
Energy & Utilities
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 10 years of related project execution or engineering experience
  • Proven ability to lead teams and strategies in manufacturing or engineering settings
  • Strong grasp of project management and engineering principles
  • Willingness to travel up to 30%
  • Legal authorization to work in the U.S. without sponsorship

Responsibilities

  • Lead and mentor a team of project managers to achieve high-quality outcomes
  • Manage a portfolio of projects in alignment with financial and performance goals
  • Develop and optimize project plans, including resource allocation
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams for successful project execution
  • Identify and mitigate risks while capitalizing on opportunities
  • Collaborate with sales teams on proposals and project pursuits
  • Build strong relationships with customers to ensure delivery excellence

Benefits

  • Variety of medical insurance plans, dental and vision coverage
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • 401(k) with company matching
  • Tuition reimbursement for ongoing education
  • Flexible paid time off including vacation and parental leave
  • Employee resource groups and recognition programs
  • Commitment to professional growth through mentorship and leadership opportunities
Full Job Description
Job Description

We are seeking a forward-thinking leader to manage a team of project managers. As the Manager, Project Management you will guide our New Generation Power & Datacenter Solutions team based in Cranberry Township, PA. In this role, you will lead a team delivering fully engineered Ovation™ control system solutions for greenfield power plants and rapidly growing datacenter infrastructure across North America. This is an opportunity to step into a leadership role where you will mentor talent, drive execution, and shape the future of critical infrastructure projects.

In This Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

  • Lead, coach, and support a team of project management professionals to deliver high-quality project outcomes focused on new generation and datacenter projects.
  • Oversee a portfolio of projects to ensure alignment with financial, schedule, and performance targets.
  • Develop, maintain, and optimize project plans, including resource planning and staffing strategies.
  • Coordinate cross-functional teams, including internal stakeholders and external partners, to ensure successful execution.
  • Identify risks and opportunities, analyze project challenges, and implement effective solutions.
  • Partner with sales and business development teams to support proposals and project pursuits.
  • Build strong, trust-based relationships with customers while ensuring a high level of satisfaction and delivery excellence.
  • Provide regular forecasts and insights related to sales, resource utilization, and performance metrics.
  • Contribute to the development of new solutions, services, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Promote best practices to enhance project management processes and organizational efficiency.


Who You Are:

You use financial analysis to evaluate options and act on opportunities that drive business results. You establish clear roles, responsibilities, and processes to ensure accountability and consistent execution. You foster a collaborative environment that builds strong team morale and a sense of belonging. You maintain focus and productivity in complex or uncertain situations while keeping customer needs and broader business objectives at the center of your decisions.

For This Role, You Will Need:

  • BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related STEM field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Minimum 10 years of related experience in project execution or engineering environment
  • Demonstrated ability to guide teams and strategies successfully in manufacturing or engineering organizations
  • Strong understanding of project management and engineering principles
  • Ability to travel up to 30%
  • Legal authorization to work in the United State - sponsorship will not be provided for this position, now or in the future


Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart:

  • Project management certification (PMP®, PgMP®, or similar certification) or equivalent hands-on application of formal project management methodologies
  • Experience with industrial automation, integrated hardware/software systems, or engineered solutions
  • Familiarity with Emerson Ovation™ systems or other Distributed Control System (DCS)/Programable Logic Controller (PLC) platforms
  • Exposure to structured project management methodologies (PMI-based, Agile, or hybrid) in customer-facing environments
  • Experience in power generation, datacenters, or other critical infrastructure environments


Our Culture & Commitment to You:

At Emerson, we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected, and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration, and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training, or leadership opportunities, we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams, working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results.

We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible, competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family's physical, mental, financial, and social needs. We provide a variety of medical insurance plans, with dental and vision coverage, Employee Assistance Program, 401(k), tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and much more. Our culture offers flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave.

Learn more about our Culture & Values.

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