Project Manager- Human Resources

Saint-Gobain Research North America; Malvern (Chester County); On-site; USD 95,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Research North America is seeking an HR Project Manager to lead strategic HR initiatives and programs, integrating new processes for employees. You will drive initiatives with market insights and stakeholder collaboration, maintaining tight scope, schedules, and risk management.

The role requires strong communication, analytical thinking, and hands-on execution, with emphasis on delivering clear status reports to executives and cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or related field.
• PMP certification or similar preferred.
• 4+ years of project management in a complex, multi-site environment.
• 3 years working with HR and business leaders to drive project execution.
• Experience managing HR-related projects.

Responsibilities

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables with stakeholders.
• Lead project execution and maintain overall project vision and plans.
• Refine execution approach using PM standards and best practices.
• Identify dependencies, risks, and critical paths; manage timelines.
• Develop progress reports, logs, and risk registers for management.
• Conduct post-project reviews and implement continuous improvement.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Time management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business or HR

Tools

MS Project

Smartsheet

MS Office

Job description

As a Human Resources (HR) Project Manager, this role is responsible for leading key strategic HR projects and programs that support the optimization and integration of new initiatives and processes for employees. The role drives HR initiatives by applying best practices informed by market research and internal customer needs, and requires a mix of strategic thinking, influence and negotiation, project management, and efficient prioritization. It is highly hands-on and demands strong, detail-oriented execution skills. Internal customers rely on timely and effective status reporting, with the Project Manager providing clear project direction, metric definition, and performance management.

This role serves as a single point of accountability for assigned projects, maintaining focus on scope, resources, schedules, risk management, issue tracking, and overall project status. A digital mindset is preferred, with a passion for applying technology to meet business needs.

Project Planning & Execution

• Define project scope, goals, and deliverables in collaboration with management, project sponsors, product owners, architects, and other stakeholders.
• Lead the project execution and delivery, and help project teams maintain an overall project vision with supporting project plans.
• Refine project execution approach using project management standards and best practices.
• Identify and manage project dependencies, critical path items, and project risks.
• Plan, schedule, and track project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential roadblocks, and and devise contingency plans.
• Develop and deliver progress reports to management and other stakeholders, including issue/action item logs, project status, and risks.
• Conduct post-project reviews and make recommendations for continuous excellence in project execution and delivery.

Stakeholder & Relationship Management

• Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project.
• Effectively communicate expectations to project team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion, continuously manage objectives, and hold project team members accountable for delivery.
• Successfully engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously. Conduct post-project reviews and make recommendations for continuous excellence in project execution and delivery.
• Develop and advocate best practices and tools for project execution and management.

IS THIS JOB FOR YOU?

• A Bachelor's degree in Business, Human Resources, or a related field is required
• PMP certification or a similar certification is preferred
• 4+ years of relevant project management experience running projects in a complex, multi-site environment with cross-functional teams
• 3 years of experience working with HR and business leaders to set direction and drive project execution
• 3 years of experience managing projects that are HR-related
• Project Management Ability to develop risk mitigation scenarios, cost analysis, and indirectly influence and coach internal team members and peers.
• Strong written and verbal communication, formal presentation and interpersonal skills, and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group, including executives, managers, and technical staff.
• Proficiency with MS Office (e.g., Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands, and timelines through analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Exceptional time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines
• Familiarity with construction or a similar industry
• Practical knowledge of both agile and non-agile project methodologies.
• Experience managing projects and utilization of project management software such as MS Project or Smartsheet, and practical knowledge of both agile and non-agile project methodologies.
• Must be able to work effectively within a team that project manages a variety of large-scale and multi-disciplinary strategic enterprise projects and initiatives with a cross-functional focus to enhance how HR supports our Employees, Managers, Human Resource partners, and evolving business models

A LITTLE MORE ABOUT US

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."

LEGAL STATEMENT

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.

Applicants for roles based in Washington state or remote roles that would be worked from Washington state are encouraged to direct any concerns regarding the state’s Pay Transparency laws to the SGNA HR Compliance team at [e-mail].

BENEFITS IN JOINING US

Employees have the flexibility to choose the benefits that best fit their individual needs:

• Health and Wellbeing – Supporting your wellbeing, to thrive in life and work.
• Medical, Prescription Drug, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• Healthcare Saving Account and Flexible Spending Account options
• LiveWell Wellness Program
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off and Paid Parental Leave
• Retirement and Protection - Helping to make the future life you want a reality.
• 401(k) with Company Match, Retirement Accumulation Plan (RAP), Cash Balance Pension Plan
• Company-provided Life Insurance, AD&D, Short-Term Disability
• Voluntary employee and dependent life insurance, Long-Term Disability, Critical Illness, and Accident Insurance

Additional Benefits – Helping shape the experience and impact you want