Senior project manager

This position may be based in either Northborough, Massachusetts or Malvern, Pennsylvania.-

Job Summary

CertainTeed is seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to lead complex, cross-functional R&D projects that drive innovation in building materials and systems. This role will be responsible for managing the full project lifecycle—from concept through commercialization—ensuring alignment with strategic goals, customer / market requirements, technical feasibility, and operational readiness.

The Senior Project Manager plays a key role in advancing the strategy to support CertainTeed R&D, and CT business units. Building on a strong foundation in project management, this role requires strong business acumen to manage complex projects, coordinating closely across multiple functions and business leadership teams. In addition to project management, the role will also be responsible for identifying and mitigating program risks and communication with key stakeholders.

You will partner closely with engineers, designers, researchers, and business stakeholders to deliver critical companywide projects, while also providing a strategic lens to project planning across multiple initiatives and mentoring junior team members as needed. The ideal candidate will be able to understand complex concepts, translate them to clear action plans to communicate to stakeholders, and be able to drive decision making based on those conversations. Consensus building, stakeholder management, and a pro-active approach are all required skills for this role.

Essential Functions

Stakeholder Communication

+ Manage internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment and communicating the business value, status of initiatives, and critical decisions.

+ Ensuring timely communication of project status, risks, and mitigation strategies to leadership.

+ Define project scope, objectives, and success metrics in collaboration with stakeholders.

Project Ownership

+ Lead end-to-end project management, translating evolving business and R&D needs into clear project plans.

+ Developing and managing detailed project plans, timelines, budgets, and resource allocations.

+ Championing best practices in project management, including Agile and hybrid methodologies.

Cross-functional Coordination:

+ Manage more complex projects or multiple workstreams, proactively aligning teams, resolving blockers, and ensuring consistent progress toward goals, including execution of project tasks.

+ Establish and manage contracts and agreements with external project consultants.

Strategic Contribution:

+ Support the Innovation and Sustainability Portfolio Manager in refining PMO vision and roadmaps by bringing forward customer insights, market trends, and technical feasibility considerations.

+ Fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Team Enablement

+ Mentor newer team members and contribute to the team’s evolving ways of working as project capabilities grow.

+ Facilitating team meetings, technical reviews, risk assessments, and adherence to the CertainTeed Gate Process.

Competencies

+ Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.

+ Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.

+ Ability to manage multiple large, complex projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.

+ Knowledge of Project Management/ Agile methodologies.

+ Excellent presentation skills.

Required Qualifications and Experience

+ Bachelor’s degree with 12+ years of experience or master’s degree with 7+ years of experience or PhD with 3 + years of experience in Product Design, Information Technology, Engineering, Business, Project Management, Construction Management. Other fields may be considered as well as a combination of experience.

+ Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) required

+ Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification preferred

Saint-Gobain provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Saint-Gobain is an equal opportunity employer of individuals with disabilities and supports the hiring of veterans.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [email protected] .

Certain locations require pay information be provided in job postings. Saint-Gobain aims to deliver a comprehensive Total Rewards package to support our employees’ wellbeing and help improve daily life for themselves and their families. We believe in the importance of pay transparency in what we offer potential candidates. Provided is the national pay range for this position which is $102,000 to $158,000 per year. However, the base pay offered may vary depending on geographic region, internal equity, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors.

In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual bonus. The targeted bonus amount is 13% of base salary based on company and individual performance measures. The Total Target Cash range (base pay and annual bonus) for this position, is $115,260 to $178,540. Bonus payments are part of variable compensation and by nature can vary based on company and individual performance and is not a guarantee.

Saint-Gobain is committed to helping you and your family _be well_ in all aspects of your life. Be Well.- Be You brings together inclusive programs and meaningful resources to support all aspects of your physical, emotional, financial, and social well-being.- Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs.

+ Health and Well-being – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.

+ Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance

+ Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options

+ LiveWell Wellness Program

+ Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

+ Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave

+ Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.

+ 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP) Cash Balance Pension Plan

+ Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability

+ Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness and

+ Accident Insurance

+ Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want

+ Commuter Benefits

+ Group Legal

+ Identity Theft Protection

+ Auto and Home Insurance

+ Pet Insurance and Discounts

+ Back-up Child and Elder Care

+ PerkSpot Employee Discount Program

+ Volunteer Day

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