Project Manager 3 (PM3)

BraunAbility; Winamac (IN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

BraunAbility is seeking an experienced PM3 to plan, execute, and monitor complex projects within the PMO. You will influence program outcomes, mentor teams, and align with Stage-Gate and APQP requirements across engineering and product development.

The role emphasizes cross-functional leadership, risk mitigation, and timely delivery under budget. Strong communication and stakeholder management are essential in this hybrid on-site role at BraunAbility facilities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or business preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.
• APQP certification preferred.
• 10+ years of related experience including 4 years in PM or launching vehicle/lift products.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, monitor, and influence project elements to meet schedule and budget.
• Mentor within the PMO and guide on industry PM trends and improvements.
• Lead cross-functional teams to manage scope, timing, and cost.
• Identify and mitigate program risks, and drive lessons learned.
• Prepare and present updates to Steering Committee and stakeholders.
• Foster vendor and OE relationships for future programs.

Skills

Written & verbal communication

Cross-functional influence

Stage-Gate knowledge

APQP knowledge

Multi-project handling

Organizational skills

Business acumen

Technical product understanding

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business

PMP certification

APQP certification

Job description

General Purpose

The PM3 is responsible for planning, executing, monitoring, and influencing the specific elements of a project to ensure completion of a project on time and within budget, while meeting product financials and quality goals. They serve as a mentor within the PMO and are sought for guidance on unique project challenges, industry trends related to PM functions, and process improvements

Job Description

The PM3 is responsible for planning, executing, monitoring, and influencing the specific elements of a project to ensure completion of a project on time and within budget, while meeting product financials and quality goals. They serve as a mentor within the PMO and are sought for guidance on unique project challenges, industry trends related to PM functions, and process improvements

Essential Functions

• Work within the scope of the BraunAbility product development (Stage-Gate) and other PMO processes to manage various projects and other strategic initiatives.
• Support Product Portfolio with coordination of upcoming programs through resource heatmaps and project priority planning
• Critically involved in ideation and planning stages of the project along with Portfolio and other departments to set new projects up for success. This looks like leading the development of baseline project timing, product cost, and project budget including in unconventional or complex scenarios.
• Track and manage the scope, timeline, and costs of assigned projects and compare with baseline targets. Forecast final project costs and timing, with an emphasis on recovery when necessary.
• Lead the team to identify program risks proactively and mitigate them.
• Identify program risks proactively and mitigate them through the support of the cross functional team
• Conduct and motivate cross functional team meetings to manage the project and to promote communication and problem resolution
• Guide team through lessons learned activities and lead improvement activities driven by those lessons including documenting and training the organization as applicable.
• Identify the expectations of internal and external customers, and strive to meet all applicable to quality robustness, budget, and timing
• Lead Steering Committee or other stakeholder meetings to provide the organization updates on various projects
• Build on existing external relationships with vendors and OEs to promote future programs

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in engineering or a business discipline preferred.
• PMP certification preferred.
• APQP certification preferred.
• A minimum of 10 years of related work experience to include 4 years of project management experience utilizing management processes (ex. Stage-Gate) or 4 years of experience launching new vehicle or lift products required.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience equal to 10 years of related experience to include direct project management experience utilizing management processes (ex. Stage-Gate) or experience launching new vehicle or lift products required.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
• Proven ability to influence cross functional teams required
• Strong knowledge of stage-gate product development process and AIAG APQ requirements needed
• Ability to handle multiple projects needed
• Strong organizational skills are needed
• Strong business acumen needed
• Technical understanding of BraunAbility products preferred

BraunAbility is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.