Project Manager

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America; Sparks (NV); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Voluntary benefits

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Wellbeing programs

Employee recognition program

Annual bonus program

On-site food options

Free shuttle

Job summary

Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America is seeking a Project Manager to lead moderate-complexity initiatives from initiation through closure. You will coordinate cross-functional teams to meet scope, schedule, budget, and quality targets while managing stakeholders and governance processes.

The role emphasizes disciplined project management practices, budgeting, and team coaching to drive measurable business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, Information Systems, Engineering, Finance, or related field.
• 4–6 years of professional experience in Project Management, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• Project Management certification (PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop integrated project plans, schedules, and deliverables.
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute project objectives.
• Manage scope, timelines, and project dependencies.
• Drive issue resolution to maintain delivery commitments.
• Identify and assess project risks; facilitate governance reviews and stage-gate activities.
• Develop and manage project budgets and forecasts; coordinate resource assignments.

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree (Business, PM, IS, Engineering, Finance)

Job description

Overview

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Project Manager? Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the PECNA team today!

Job Summary

Leads moderate-complexity projects from initiation through closure. Coordinates cross-functional teams to deliver objectives within scope, schedule, budget, and quality expectations. Exercises independent judgment in project execution and stakeholder management. Identifies and mitigates project risks while maintaining governance compliance. Delivers measurable business outcomes through disciplined project management practices.

Essential Duties

Planning & Execution

• Develop integrated project plans, schedules, and deliverables
• Lead cross-functional teams to execute project objectives
• Manage scope, timelines, and project dependencies
• Drive issue resolution to maintain delivery commitments

Governance & Risk

• Identify and assess project risks and impacts
• Facilitate governance reviews and stage-gate activities
• Implement mitigation plans for project risks and issues
• Ensure compliance with PMO standards and methodologies

Stakeholder Management

• Build relationships with project sponsors and stakeholders
• Deliver project status updates and recommendations
• Facilitate discussions to align priorities and expectations
• Manage stakeholder concerns and resolve project conflicts

Financial & Resource Management

• Develop and manage project budgets and forecasts
• Coordinate resource assignments across project activities
• Monitor project expenditures and variance trends
• Recommend adjustments to optimize project performance

Leadership & Organizational Effectiveness

• Coach team members on project management practices
• Promote accountability for project deliverables
• Contribute to PMO process improvement initiatives
• Share lessons learned to improve future project outcome.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements

• To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees, wearing PPE is a possibility and may include equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, bump cap, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Qualifications

Requirements - Required and/or Preferred

Required Education, Certifications, And Licenses

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Project Management, Information Systems, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.

Essential Qualifications

• 4-6 years of professional experience in Project Management, Program Management, Engineering, Finance, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Project Management certification (such as PMP, CAPM, or equivalent) preferred.

Physical Demands

Physical Activities:

• Sit: 25%
• Walk: 25%
• Stand: 25%
• Lift: 25%

Required Lifting and Carrying:

• Rare (<1%)
• Occasional (1-33%)
• Frequent (34-66%)
• Continuous (67-100%)

For This Position, The Required Frequency Is

• Up to 10 lbs: Occasional (1-33%)
• Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional (1-33%)
• Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional (1-33%)
• Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Rare

Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You

• Health Benefits – Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options.
• Voluntary Benefits – Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance.
• Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP) – 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting.
• Paid Time-Off Benefits – Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave.
• Educational Assistance – Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service.
• Health Management and Wellbeing Programs –Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service.
• Employee Recognition Program - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition
• Annual Bonus Program - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus.
• On-site Food Options: Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events
• Free Shuttle: Rides to and from work!

Where You'll Be

For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey.

Who We Are

Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us.

Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one.

As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs.

Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions.

We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact.

In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits.

We Take Opportunity Seriously

At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience.

Supplemental Information

Pre-employment drug testing is required.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation.

Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction.

Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America.