Project Manager, Value Engineering

Overview

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At Latham Pool Products, we don’t just make swimming pools; we create opportunities for backyard dreams to come true. As the leading manufacturer in North America, Australia, and New Zealand, we are committed to delivering innovation, quality, and sustainability in everything we do.

We believe in building an environment where everyone can thrive. That is why we offer:

• A culture of integrity, collaboration, and respect.
• Comprehensive benefits for you and your family.
• Opportunities for growth, mentorship, and skill development.

Ready to join a team that makes a difference?

As a Project Manager, Value Engineering you will be responsible for Managing Value Engineering Projects within the Auto Covers business unit to ensure on-time deliver and achievement of financial targets. Lead the planning and execution of project funnel-building workshops to support a strong pipeline of cost and value improvement opportunities. Collaborate closely with cross-function teams to develop and implement value-enhancing strategies.

Oversee change management activities with key stakeholders to drive successful project execution while maintaining product quality and integrity.

• Support project teams and manage Value Engineering projects from initiation through completion.
• Define project scope, deliverables, timelines, and task assignments.
• Facilitate Daily Management meetings to maintain task and schedule alignment.
• Drive progress against timelines, management priorities, and follow up on team deliverables.
• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure smooth project implementation and protect product quality and customer value.
• Maintain up to date project dashboard and lead project status update meetings with cross-functional stakeholders and leadership.
• Calculate and report project financial results with accurate, data-supported analysis.
• Organize idea-generation workshops and maintain a strong project pipeline.
• Evaluate proposed ideas for cost savings, commercial viability, operational practicality, and technical feasibility.
• Conduct cost-beneficial analyses to support data-driven decision-making.
• Serve as project lead and provide hands-on support to fill resource gaps as needed.
• Manage project expenses, prepare capital expenditure requests, and track spending.
• Engage with suppliers, issue purchase orders for engineering samples and track supplier deliverables.
• Identify, track, and manage project risks and mitigation plans; communicate exposure and escalation needs to leadership.
• Implement countermeasures for timeline delays or savings shortfalls.
• Continuously improve project management processes based on lessons learned.
• Travel up to 10% overnight as required.

• 5+ years of engineering project management experience across diverse industries.
• Experience in Value Engineering, supply chain, operations, change management or related technical disciplines preferred.
• Minimum bachelor's degree in mechanical, material, industrial, manufacturing engineering or equivalent disciplines; PMP certification preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with a proven ability to collaborate effectively with product management, supply chain, manufacturing, customers, and suppliers.
• Energetic, results-driven, and highly focused on execution.
• Highly organized, detail-oriented and rigorous with follow-up.
• Proven ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid understanding of cross-functional project management principles, methodologies, and best practices.
• Demonstrated accountability, collaboration and consistent follow-through.
• Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong ability to build and sustain effective cross-functional partnerships.
• Experience with Engineering Change Order (ECO) processes.
• Effective operation as both a strategic project manager and hands-on project leader.
• Creative, analytical problem-solver with an innovative, out-of-the-box mindset.
• Experience with visual project management systems and structured risk management tools.
• Hands-on approach with…