Senior Project Manager – Stage-Gate & PMO Leader

BraunAbility Americas; Winamac (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

BraunAbility Americas in the United States seeks a seasoned Project Manager to plan, execute, and oversee product development programs within the PMO. You’ll guide cross-functional teams through Stage-Gate processes, manage scope, costs, and timelines, and mentor others to improve processes.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or business, PMP and APQP certifications, and at least 10 years of relevant experience, including 4 years leading project initiatives for new vehicle or

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business; PMP and APQP certifications preferred.
• At least 10 years related work experience, with 4 years in PM using Stage-Gate.
• Experience launching new vehicle or lift products.
• Strong communication and cross-functional leadership.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, monitor, and influence project elements to complete on time and within budget.
• Lead cross-functional teams and manage scope, timeline, and costs against baselines.
• Forecast costs and timing, emphasizing recovery when needed.
• Lead risk identification and mitigation with cross-functional support.
• Run steering committee and stakeholder meetings to provide updates.
• Build external relationships to promote future programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional influence

Stage-Gate

APQP knowledge

Multi-project management

Organizational skills

Business acumen

Technical product knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering or business

PMP certification

APQP certification

Job description

BraunAbility Americas in the United States seeks a seasoned Project Manager to plan, execute, and oversee product development programs within the PMO. You’ll guide cross-functional teams through Stage-Gate processes, manage scope, costs, and timelines, and mentor others to improve processes.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in engineering or business, PMP and APQP certifications, and at least 10 years of relevant experience, including 4 years leading project initiatives for new vehicle or