Facilities Project Leader: Drive Cross-Functional Projects

Woodward Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match (4.5%)

Stock contribution (5%)

Tuition reimbursement

Training/Professional development

12 paid holidays

Medical, dental & vision insurance

Vacation & sick time

Parental leave

Adoption assistance

Employee assistance program

Life/AD&D & LTD

Referral bonus

Flexible spending (HSA/FSAs)

Job summary

Woodward is seeking a seasoned project leader in Rockford, IL to drive complex energy control initiatives. You will mentor teams, manage scope and schedules, and ensure project success from initiation through delivery.

This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, rigorous governance, and delivering results on time and within budget. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and risk management skills, with experience in plan-driven or hybrid project environments.

Qualifications

• AutoCad or Revit experience preferred
• Construction or contractor management background preferred

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and mentor facilities planner.
• Accountable for project results.
• Accountable for project artifacts (scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality).
• Lead project meetings and reviews.
• Accountable for project deliverables.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Problem-solving

Budget management

Team management

Scope change management

Technical project management

Tools

Planisware

Jira

Job description

Woodward is seeking a seasoned project leader in Rockford, IL to drive complex energy control initiatives. You will mentor teams, manage scope and schedules, and ensure project success from initiation through delivery.

This role emphasizes cross-functional collaboration, rigorous governance, and delivering results on time and within budget. The ideal candidate demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and risk management skills, with experience in plan-driven or hybrid project environments.