Facilities Project Manager

01 & 04 Woodward, Inc.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 96,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock contribution

Tuition reimbursement

Paid holidays

Medical, dental, vision

Parental leave

Flexible spending

Job summary

Woodward, Inc. is seeking a seasoned Project Manager to lead projects and mentor the Facilities Planner in Rockford, IL. You will drive project results, artifacts, and governance across scope, schedule, budget, and risk while guiding cross-functional teams.

Ideal candidates bring strong leadership, time management, and stakeholder management skills, with experience in technical project management and familiar PM tools. On-site role with competitive compensation.

Qualifications

• Experience leading projects and cross-functional teams.
• Strong communication with stakeholders and sponsors.
• Proficiency with project management tools and methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead projects and mentor Facilities Planner.
• Accountable for project results, artifacts, scope, schedule, budget and risk.
• Lead project meetings and reviews throughout the life cycle.

Skills

Leadership

Time management

Communication

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Problem solving

Budget management

Team management

Scope management

Technical PM

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Job description

Woodward is committed to creating a great workplace for all team members. Our company and its members are committed to acting with integrity, being respectful and accountable to one another, and staying humble and driven, while maintaining the highest professional and ethical standards. We are steadfastly committed to attracting the best talent across our communities creating a rewarding workplace. Together we are fulfilling our purpose to design and deliver energy control solutions our partners count on to power a clean future. Woodward supports our members' wellbeing and regularly benchmarks with other companies in our industry to offer an extensive Total Reward package for this position.

Benefits and Compensation

• Salary will be determined by the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data.
• Estimated annual base pay: $60,000(minimum) - $78,000(midpoint) - $96,000(maximum)
• All members included in annual cash bonus opportunity.
• 401(k) match (4.5%)
• Annual Woodward stock contribution (5%)
• Tuition reimbursement and Training/Professional Development opportunities for all members
• 12 paid holidays
• Industry leading medical, dental, and vision Insurance upon date of hire
• Vacation / Sick Time / Vacation Buy-up / Short Term Disability / Bereavement leave.
• Paid parental leave.
• Adoption Assistance
• Employee Assistance Program, including mental health benefits.
• Member Life & AD&D / Long Term Disability / Member Optional Life
• Member referral bonus
• Spouse / Child Optional Life / Optional AD&D / Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
• Voluntary benefits, including: Home / Auto Insurance discounts Whole Life Insurance / Critical Illness Insurance / Legal Assistance / Military Leave

Key Responsibilities: Project Actions - Lead projects. Mentors Facilities Planner. Product Actions - Accountable for project results. Project Artifacts - Accountable for project artifacts (scope, schedule, budget, risk, quality, etc.). Project Governance - Lead project meetings and reviews. Project Life Cycle - Accountable for project deliverables.

Key Skills

• Leadership (Empathy/ Influence/Mentoring) - Leads teams to achieve project goals. Build trust, resolve conflicts, and foster collaboration among team members. Takes personal ownership of the project and drives commitment from team members.
• Time Management / Prioritization - Basic ability to manage schedules, set milestones, and ensure timely delivery of project outcomes. With the help of the Program Manager or PMO Leadership, prioritizes tasks and effectively addresses competing demands.
• Communication - Conveys project information to stakeholders, team members, and sponsors. Manages stakeholder expectations and ensures alignment on goals.
• Stakeholder Management (upward) - Engages stakeholders to ensure alignment with project objectives. Addresses stakeholder concerns. Builds and maintains relationships to secure stakeholder buy‑in.
• Risk Management - Identifies, analyzes, and mitigates risks throughout the project lifecycle. Develops contingency plans and addresses potential obstacles. Monitors and addresses threats to minimize negative impacts on project objectives.
• Problem‑Solving - Analyzes situations, identifies solutions, and makes informed decisions, with the support of the Program Manager or PMO Leader. Manages challenges and conflicts that arise during the project lifecycle. Leverages data and metrics to evaluate options and choose the best course of action, with the support of the Program Manager or PMO Leader.
• Budget Management - Estimates, allocates, and manages project budgets. Monitors financial performance to ensure projects are delivered within budget.
• Team Management (cross‑functional/matrix) - Creates teamwork by fostering trust, accountability, and open communication. Encourages collaboration to contribute to project success.
• Scope (Change) Management - Adjusts plans in response to changing circumstances or new information. Defines and controls the project scope to prevent scope creep. Manages change requests while ensuring alignment with project objectives and constraints. Maintains focus on deliverables and ensures they meet agreed‑upon requirements.
• Technical Project Management Skills (incl. Scheduling) - Solid project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid approaches). Uses tools and software (e.g., Planisware, Jira, etc.) to plan, execute, and monitor projects. Apply standard PM techniques like Work Breakdown Structures (WBS) and Gantt charts.

Successful Candidates Typically Have

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

This position requires use of information which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR) and/or the Export Administration Regulations (EAR). All applicants must be U.S. Persons within the meaning of the ITAR and EAR, or eligible to obtain all required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State and/or the U.S. Department of Commerce. The ITAR defines a U.S. Person as a U.S. citizen or national, lawful permanent resident (i.e., 'Green Card holder'), or a protected person (e.g., asylee, or refugee).

Woodward is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring or employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local laws.

What does it mean to be part of Woodward? It means contributing to what matters most in your career, in your community and around the world. It means being a part of rewarding experiences, where innovation, collaboration and problem‑solving are at the heart of what we do.

Woodward is the global leader in the design, manufacturing, and service of energy conversion and control solutions for the aerospace and industrial equipment markets. Together with our customers, we are enabling the path to a cleaner, decarbonized world. Our innovative fluid, combustion, electrical, propulsion and motion control systems perform in some of the world’s harshest environments. At Woodward we have created a culture that appreciates and values the contributions of every member. We are a global team of curious, innovative problem‑solvers who commit our knowledge, resources and technical expertise to the challenges associated with reducing emissions, enabling alternative energy sources and increasing efficiency, always innovating for a better future. Woodward is working with our customers to solve some of the world’s biggest energy challenges. This important work needs more than just the brightest technical minds. It requires talented and committed manufacturing professionals, accountants, supply chain managers, human resources experts, information technology specialists and many more. We are looking for dedicated people who want to learn and grow in a supportive environment that fosters collaboration, innovation and inclusion.