Project Manager R&D PMO

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

Saint-Gobain North America is seeking a dynamic and experienced R&D PMO 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 and market requirements, technical feasibility, and operational readiness.

The Project Manager plays a key role in advancing the strategy to support Saint-Gobain North America R&D and 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, business teams, and business stakeholders to develop detailed project plans and oversee execution of multiple company-wide initiatives. They may also contribute towards shaping the business strategy and mentoring other team members as needed. The ideal candidate will be able to understand complex concepts, adapt communication to meet diverse stakeholder needs, and facilitate decision making through these interactions.

This role requires strong skills in consensus building and effective stakeholder management.

• Leading 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, and overseeing execution to meet key deliverables and milestones on time.
• Managing more complex projects or multiple work streams, proactively aligning teams, resolving blockers, and ensuring consistent progress toward goals, including execution of project tasks.
• Championing best practices in project management, including Agile and hybrid methodologies.
• Establishing and manage contracts and agreements with external project consultants.

• Managing 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.
• Defining project scope, objectives, and success metrics in collaboration with stakeholders.

• 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 Saint-Gobain North America Gate Process.

• Support the Innovation & Sustainability Portfolio Manager in refining the PMO vision drawing on internal and external customer insights, business strategy, and technical feasibility considerations.
• Fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of experience or M.B.A / Master's degree with 3+ years of experience in Engineering, Product Design, Business, Product Management, Project Management, Sciences, or other related fields.
• Experience leading multi-disciplinary project teams across R&D, engineering, manufacturing, marketing, and regulatory functions through project definition and execution.
• PMP or other project management certification (Preferred)
• Knowledge of Project Management/ Agile methodologies.
• Excellent presentation skills

At Saint-Gobain, our employees have pride in belonging to an organization whose culture is made up of these core values:
Trust, Empowerment, & Collaboration. Our company encourages diversity and inclusion in all its forms while our products make the world a more beautiful, safer, and sustainable home.

Being a worldwide leader in light and sustainable construction, Saint-Gobain designs, manufactures, and distributes materials and services for the construction and industrial markets. Its integrated solutions for the renovation of public and private buildings, light construction, and the decarbonization of construction and industry are developed through a continuous innovation process and provide sustainability and performance. The Group's commitment is guided by its purpose, "Making the World a Better Home."

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.

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