As the Project Manager, you will manage the successful planning, execution and delivery of short-term and long-term projects to help PPG's Industrial Coatings business achieve its growth strategy. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage stakeholder relationships to ensure project goals are met efficiently and effectively.
PPG offers excellent Medical, Dental, & Vision Benefits; matching 401k + retirement savings; and Paid Vacation, Holiday pay.
This will be a hybrid role located in Pittsburgh, PA - 3 days in the office and 2 days remote. You will report to the Head of Strategy Execution Office.
Responsibilities:
- Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
- Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.
- Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths.
- Lead and motivate project teams, ensuring all members understand their roles and responsibilities.
- Facilitate communication and collaboration among team members and stakeholders.
- Conduct regular team meetings to monitor progress and address any project risks and issues.
- Be an objective voice-of-the-business
- Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring adherence to financial constraints.
- Monitor expenditures and implement cost-control measures.
- Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
- Be a primary contact with project stakeholders.
- Provide regular updates on project status, including progress, challenges, and changes to scope and timelines.
- Gather and incorporate partner feedback throughout the project lifecycle.
- Conduct project reviews and document lessons learned.
- Ensure all project documentation is completed and archived.
- Facilitate the transition of project deliverables to operational teams.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 7+ years' relevant experience in project management, with experience delivering projects on time and within budget. Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent is highly desirable.
- Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall).
- Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
- Proficiency in project management software and tools (e.g., Excel, Microsoft Project, Trello, Asana).
PPG pay ranges and benefits can vary by location which allows us to compensate employees competitively in different geographic markets. PPG considers several factors in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience and training, qualifications and education, licensure and certifications, and other organizational needs. Other incentives may apply.
Our employee benefits programs are designed to support the health and well-being of our employees. Any insurance coverages and benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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At PPG (NYSE:PPG), we work every day to develop and deliver the paints, coatings and specialty materials that our customers have trusted for more than 140 years. Through dedication and creativity, we solve our customers’ biggest challenges, collaborating closely to find the right path forward. With headquarters in Pittsburgh, we operate and innovate in more than 70 countries and reported net sales of $18.2 billion in 2023. We serve customers in construction, consumer products, industrial and transportation markets and aftermarkets.
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