Sr Project Manager

Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. We invite passionate individuals to join our team, dedicated to exceeding customer expectations through innovative and sustainable solutions.

The Role: Sensus, a Xylem company, seeks to hire a Sr. Project Manager who will be responsible for leading product development projects as part of the Solutions Team. This position will lead the integration of hardware, firmware, and software components into cohesive, customer-ready solutions. This role will ensure seamless interoperability across platforms and subsystems, ensuring alignment across engineering, product management, and service delivery teams. The Sr. Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams in our Morrisville, NC location.

In this role, the ideal candidate will think beyond the boundaries of a single project. They will be motivated by delivering a complete and seamless solution to the customer, not just managing tasks and timelines. This candidate will have a strong desire to optimize team structure, tool design, and development processes, while fostering collaboration, building relationships, and driving a culture of continuous improvement.

The Sr. Project Manager is an experienced professional responsible for effective management of all technical and non-technical aspects of assigned project(s) and project team(s) to successfully drive product solution delivery on-time and within specification(s). The Sr. Project Manager must be knowledgeable in all aspects of the design, development and verification process as it relates to hardware, firmware and software components, along with the enablement of supporting processes and services (Systems Test, Quality, etc...). The Sr. Project Manager role has a focus on “Solutions” and is responsible for driving integration and total customer experience in all aspects of the product. The Sr. Project Manager will prepare program strategies in adherence with the appropriate development methodologies. The Sr. Project Manager will serve as the champion of their solution(s), and must be capable of both inspiring and challenging matrix teams to meet the product management and engineering objectives that are set. The Sr. Project Manager will also be responsible for being a champion of change management and continuous improvement.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead new product solutions through the full product development life cycle using Stage Gate or Agile methodologies, from ideation through commercial launch of the product.
Scope all new project ideas submitted working across functions to capture all labor required to deliver projects.
Audit and report monthly all project spending (OPEX, CAPEX and Labor) for segment
Champion change and be an agent of continuous improvement to the System of Delivery (SoD) as well as new product development processes.
Be data driven, actively identifying trends in product development and organizational design (investment, resource availability, content, KPI trends).
Assist in the development of business cases.
Use established metrics to monitor budget, schedule, and risk, and make recommendations for recovery plans, if needed.
Responsible for detailed project schedules, risk definition and mitigation strategies, as well as communication of status, tasks and necessary items for escalation.
Display leadership and provide guidance and mentorship to team members.
Ensure that the quality and integrity of new products meet or exceed customer expectations and requirements through promotion of team ownership of quality.
Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business field.
7+ years of project/program management experience.
Self-motivated, self-starter who is a continuous learner, seeking novel and efficient mechanisms to improve all levels of the organization.
Experience managing projects with both software and hardware components.
Ability to manage and align multiple product backlogs to ensure successful integrations, validation, and Solution delivery.
Versed in Risk Management, Resource Management, and various development methodologies.
Experience in a fast-paced, matrixed technical organization.
Expert-level proficiency in Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) including the ability to design custom workflows, automate reporting, and develop or configure plugins to support project tracking and cross-team collaboration.
Strong written and oral communication skills, experience communicating with internal and external audiences, including customers.
Ability to work independently under tight deadlines while responding to changing business and technical conditions.
Approximately 5% travel required

We Offer You More Than Just “A Job”

Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning.
Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.
Watermark – Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.
Employee Networks – Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women’s, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran’s, People of Color and Allies, Hispanic Origin & Latin Affinity, Emerging Leaders, Working Parents Networks and Non-Native English Speakers and Allies.

The estimated salary range for this position is $115,000 to $140,000 plus bonus. Starting pay is dependent on multiple factors, such as skills, experience, and work location, and is not typically at the top of the range. At Xylem, we offer a competitive compensation package with a generous benefit package, including Medical, Dental, and Vision plans, 401(k) with company contribution, paid time off, paid parental leave, and tuition reimbursement.

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Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.

At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG). Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.

Please note that the information in this job description outlines the general nature of the position and is not an exhaustive list of duties. Xylem is dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations to enable all employees to perform their essential job functions. We reserve the right to modify this job description and assign additional duties as needed. Embrace the opportunity to be part of Xylem's transformative journey in shaping the future of water technology! #XylemCareers #GlobalImpact #WaterInnovation

Details

Location

Morrisville, NC, USA

Salary

$115,000 – $140,000/year

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:

Lead new product solutions through the full product development life cycle using Stage Gate or Agile methodologies, from ideation through commercial launch of the product.
Scope all new project ideas submitted working across functions to capture all labor required to deliver projects.
Audit and report monthly all project spending (OPEX, CAPEX and Labor) for segment
Champion change and be an agent of continuous improvement to the System of Delivery (SoD) as well as new product development processes.
Be data driven, actively identifying trends in product development and organizational design (investment, resource availability, content, KPI trends).
Assist in the development of business cases.
Use established metrics to monitor budget, schedule, and risk, and make recommendations for recovery plans, if needed.
Responsible for detailed project schedules, risk definition and mitigation strategies, as well as communication of status, tasks and necessary items for escalation.
Display leadership and provide guidance and mentorship to team members.
Ensure that the quality and integrity of new products meet or exceed customer expectations and requirements through promotion of team ownership of quality.
Participation in Xylem Watermark volunteer activities.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Bachelor’s Degree in a technical or business field.
7+ years of project/program management experience.
Self-motivated, self-starter who is a continuous learner, seeking novel and efficient mechanisms to improve all levels of the organization.
Experience managing projects with both software and hardware components.
Ability to manage and align multiple product backlogs to ensure successful integrations, validation, and Solution delivery.
Versed in Risk Management, Resource Management, and various development methodologies.
Experience in a fast-paced, matrixed technical organization.
Expert-level proficiency in Atlassian tools (Jira, Confluence) including the ability to design custom workflows, automate reporting, and develop or configure plugins to support project tracking and cross-team collaboration.
Strong written and oral communication skills, experience communicating with internal and external audiences, including customers.
Ability to work independently under tight deadlines while responding to changing business and technical conditions.
Approximately 5% travel required

We Offer You More Than Just “A Job”

Professional Development – To advance the capabilities of our people, we offer a wide variety of experiences to support our employees’ professional growth and continuous learning.
Total Rewards – We offer comprehensive programs for compensation, benefits, recognition, learning and development, work-life integration and corporate citizenship.
Watermark – Watermark is our corporate social responsibility program working to provide education and access to safe water to ensure healthy lives, gender equality, and resilient communities. Employees have the opportunity to learn and volunteer on various water-related projects.
Employee Networks – Our Employee Networks provide a professional, supportive network for employees from diverse backgrounds, including Women’s, LGBT+ and Allies, Veteran’s, People of Color and Allies, Hispanic Origin & Latin Affinity, Emerging Leaders, Working Parents Networks and Non-Native English Speakers and Allies.

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