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.
At Emerson Power & Water Solutions, our technologies help ensure reliable energy and clean water for communities around the world. We support over 1.4 million MW of generating capacity globally and help manage more than 12 billion gallons of water each day in the United States through advanced automation and control solutions.
- 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.
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.
- 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
- 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
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.
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Our Commitment to Our People
At Emerson, we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse, multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier, safer, smarter, and more sustainable. And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration.
We have built an engaged community of inquisitive, dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed, trusted, celebrated, and empowered to solve the world’s most complex problems — for our customers, our communities, and the planet. You’ll contribute to this vital work while further developing your skills through our award-winning employee development programs. We are a proud corporate citizen in every city where we operate and are committed to our people, our communities, and the world at large. We take this responsibility seriously and strive to make a positive impact through every endeavor.
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Emerson is a global leader in automation technology and software. Through our deep domain expertise and legacy of flawless execution, Emerson helps customers in critical industries like life sciences, energy, power and renewables, chemical and advanced factory automation operate more sustainably while improving productivity, energy security and reliability.
With global operations and a comprehensive portfolio of software and technology, we are helping companies implement digital transformation to measurably improve their operations, conserve valuable resources and enhance their safety.
We offer equitable opportunities, celebrate diversity, and embrace challenges with confidence that, together, we can make an impact across a broad spectrum of countries and industries. Whether you’re an established professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring possibilities, or a recent graduate with an advanced degree, you’ll find your chance to make a difference with Emerson. Join our team – let’s go!
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Skills Required
- BS degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or related STEM field or equivalent experience
- Minimum 10 years of related experience in project execution or engineering environment
- Demonstrated ability to guide teams and strategies 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 States; no sponsorship provided
- Project management certification (PMP, PgMP, or similar)
- Experience with industrial automation, integrated hardware/software systems, or engineered solutions
- Familiarity with Emerson Ovation systems or other DCS/PLC platforms
- Exposure to structured project management methodologies (PMI-based, Agile, or hybrid)
- Experience in power generation, datacenters, or other critical infrastructure environments
Emerson Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Emerson and has not been reviewed or approved by Emerson.
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Retirement Support — Retirement programs have been strengthened with a 401(k) plus company-supported contributions such as profit sharing and a recent cash-balance transition for certain participants. These features are positioned as differentiators among large industrial peers.
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Equity Value & Accessibility — An employee stock purchase plan introduced in 2026 enables discounted share purchases via payroll deductions. This adds an accessible ownership element to the total rewards mix.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — The package includes PTO, holidays, sick leave, and parental leave within a broad benefits suite. Coverage breadth aligns with large-employer norms across locations, though specifics vary.
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At Emerson, we’re passionate about what we do. By fusing decades of technology and engineering expertise, Emerson continues to solve some of the world’s most complex challenges with innovative solutions for customers in industrial, commercial, and residential markets. We recruit the greatest talent and apply the best technologies to benefit our customers worldwide. Automation Solutions is a leader in helping process and discrete manufacturers automate and optimize production processes through our best-in-class technologies and industry expertise. Commercial & Residential Solutions develops technologies and services that improve human comfort, safeguard food, protect the environment, enable sustainable food waste disposal, and support efficient construction and maintenance of buildings and municipal infrastructure. Emerson has a wide range of industry knowledge, manufacturing expertise, and technological innovation around the world. Join our next generation of leaders today.
