Project Manager -Water

NSF; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NSF is seeking a Project Manager to lead the planning, coordination, and execution of projects, ensuring on-time delivery within scope. You will serve as the central point of accountability for project performance, collaborating with internal teams to drive successful outcomes and revenue delivery.

This evergreen role is designed to identify top talent for current and future opportunities within NSF. The ideal candidate possesses strong organizational and communication skills and a passion for

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required (in Science, Chemistry, Business, Marketing, Engineering or related field preferred).
• 1–5 years of experience in a client-facing role such as Project Manager, Account Manager or customer relations.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to understand client needs and tailor solutions accordingly.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment on goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Monitor progress, identify issues, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Build and maintain client relationships by serving as the primary point of contact and fostering long-term trust.
• Communicate proactively to share updates and ensure a seamless client experience.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and technical teams to ensure integrated service delivery.
• Share client insights to support continuous improvement and inform service enhancements.

Skills

Communication

Negotiation

Interpersonal skills

Client relationship management

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Job Description
NSF is seeking a Project manager. As a Project Manager, you will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within scope. You will serve as the central point of accountability for project performance, collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes and revenue delivery. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and communication skills, and a passion for operational excellence.

Job Description
NSF is seeking a Project manager. As a Project Manager, you will lead the planning, coordination, and execution of projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within scope. You will serve as the central point of accountability for project performance, collaborating with internal teams and stakeholders to drive successful outcomes and revenue delivery. This role requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional with strong organizational and communication skills, and a passion for operational excellence. This is an evergreen position designed to identify and engage top talent for both current and anticipated future opportunities within NSF

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end project execution, including planning, scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management.
• Serve as the primary liaison between internal teams and stakeholders to ensure alignment on project goals, timelines, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential issues, and implement corrective actions to keep projects on track.
• Build and maintain client relationships by serving as the primary point of contact and fostering long-term trust.
• Communicate proactively to align expectations, share updates, and ensure a seamless client experience.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, marketing, and technical teams to ensure integrated service delivery.
• Share client insights to support continuous improvement and inform service enhancements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree Required (in Science, Chemistry, Business, Marketing, Engineering or a related field preferred)
• 1–5 years of experience in a client-facing role such as Project Manager, Account Manager or customer relations.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to understand client needs and tailor solutions accordingly.
• Results-oriented mindset with a focus on achieving and exceeding goals.

Core Competencies

• Project Planning & Execution
• Client Relationship Management
• Communication & Influence
• Problem Solving & Innovation
• Customer-Centric Mindset
• Adaptability & Resilience

This is an evergreen position designed to identify and engage top talent for both current and anticipated future opportunities within NSF

About Us

With a legacy spanning more than 80 years, NSF leverages science and innovation to improve human and planet health. We provide science-driven, independent testing, inspection, certification, and advisory services and develop the very standards that drive the food, water, and life sciences industries worldwide. We empower our clients to navigate shifting regulations to improve consumer health, safety, and quality of life.

One of our core values is We Are One NSF. This means that while we’re one team, we embrace the cultural, ethnic, language, and demographic diversity that reflects the societies in which we live and work.

Come join a team that makes a difference in the world. More information about NSF can be found at nsf.org.

NSF is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, status as a protected veteran, or disability.

Notice to Agency and Search Firm Representatives: Please note that NSF is not accepting unsolicited resumes from agencies/search firms for this role. Resumes submitted to an NSF employee by a third-party agency without a valid written & signed search agreement between NSF and said third-party agency will become the sole property of NSF. No fee will be paid if a candidate is hired as a result of an unsolicited agency or search firm referral. Thank you.

About The Team

NSF sets the global standard for quality, performance and safety of water products and systems with an extensive range of testing, certification and consulting serves. We continually strive to address emerging needs, empowering manufacturers to meet stringent regulatory requirements with confidence. With our expanding local presence in key regions, we ensure more efficient pathways for our clients to reach global markets while continuing to anticipate and respond to the evolving challenges of water safety.