Project Manager III - R&D

CommScope; Shakopee (MN); On-site; USD 103,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

CommScope in Shakopee, MN is seeking a Project Manager III, R&D to lead cross-functional teams and drive projects from ideation through to market launches. You will coordinate schedules, resources, and budgets, mitigate risks, and report progress to executives.

The role requires 6–8 years in project management, strong English communication, and the ability to travel up to 10% while working on-site at the Shakopee facility. Master’s degree and PMP preferred.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of project or product management experience.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience leading, forming, influencing and managing teams.
• Exposure to New Product development processes within and governed by the organization.
• Experience with financial data and project financial indicators, such as project budget tracking and reporting.
• Initiator/motivator; proactive attitude and a sense of urgency with a drive to get results.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both written and verbal, with conflict resolution and facilitation skills.
• Ability to travel up to 10% and to work at the Shakopee, MN facility five days a week.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate resources and activities across engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve issues.
• Communicate project status, key decisions, and recovery plans to stakeholders and leadership.
• Monitor project budgets, commitments, and performance metrics.
• Drive accountability for action items and project deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with PMO processes and project governance.

Skills

Cross-functional leadership

Project management

Budget management

Stakeholder management

Team leadership

Communications

Travel ability

Education

Master's degree in Business/Project Management

PMP certification preferred

Tools

SAP

MS Office

Job description

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Location: Shakopee, Minnesota, United States

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General Summary

As a Project Manager III, R&D, you will help build a cross-functional team that works as a collaborative unit towards common goals. In this role, you will partner on cross-product and cross-team initiatives working onCPO/ScaleUp & Connectors R&D products. As you partner with team members, you will refine and develop our projects through ideation, development, validation, production readiness to full market launches.

Duties & Responsibilities

• L ead cross-functional teams to deliver projects on time and within budget.
• Develop and maintain project schedules, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate resources and activities across engineering, operations, quality, and supply chain teams.
• Identify and mitigate project risks and resolve issues.
• Communicate project status, key decisions, and recovery plans to stakeholders and leadership.
• Monitor project budgets, commitments, and performance metrics.
• Drive accountability for action items and project deliverables.
• Ensure compliance with PMO processes and project governance requirements.

Accountability / Impact

Defines clear project or program goals as part of business case development and ensures that objectives are met in terms of time, cost, and quality.

Communicates Effectively:Developing and delivery multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.

Manages Conflict:Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.

Self-Development:Actively seeking new ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development channels.

Collaborates:Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.

Being Resilient:Rebounding from setbacks and adversity when facing difficult situations.

Required Qualifications for Consideration

• 6-8 years of project or product management experience.
• Project management experience and an understanding of project management methodologies and tools.
• Experience in leading, forming, influencing and managing teams.
• Exposure to New Product development processes within and governed by the organization.
• Experience with financial data and project financial indicators, such as project budget tracking and reporting.
• Initiator/motivator; pro-active attitude and a sense of urgency with a drive to get results.
• Demonstrated organizational, problem-solving, analytical and decision-making ability.
• Excellent communication skills in English, both in written and verbal form, conflict resolution, presentation and facilitation skills with all associate and Management levels.
• Considerable experience with computer applications, including PC-based business applications and project management software. i.e. SAP, MS Office.
• Ability to travel as needed for up to 10% of the work period.
• Be able to work in the Shakopee, MN facility five days a week.

Desirable Qualifications Job Specifications

• PMP certification preferred.
• Ability to work independently; self-starter.
• Masters Degree in Business or Project Management.
• Experience working in AI Datacenters is a plus.

Our salary ranges consider a wide variety of factors, including but not limited to benchmarking by independent third-party consultants, skill sets, years of experience, training, education, geography, and other business needs. Depending on experience, the range can be higher for candidates with exceptional experience and a demonstrated history of successful performance. The expected salary range for this position is $103,000 - $130,000 based on hired level and experience. The candidate will be rewarded with a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision plans, life and accidental death insurance, a 401(k) plan, and participation in the Company’s Incentive Plan. Candidates starting with the Company will be eligible for eleven paid holidays in a full calendar year, two weeks of paid vacation (prorated based on start date), as well as other leave options.

Why CommScope:

CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere.
If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at CommScope.
CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at [e-mail]. You can also learn more about CommScope’s accommodation process and EEO policy at https://jobs.commscope.com/eeo