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IT Project Manager - Strategic Projects
Those who came before us helped land a man on the moon, create the world's infrastructure, and introduce renewable energy alternatives. Now you can join the Timken team to write your own unique story and help drive what's next.
- Serve as project manager for multiple, significant IT projects including but not limited to SAP ERP Imple-mentations, application development and IT Infrastructure.
- Responsible for planning, execution and management of all phases of a project through to closure.
- Establish work plan and staffing (internal and external) for project activities, iterations or phases, ensuring projects remain within scope, schedule and defined budget.
- Define and implement project communication plan with appropriate project update reporting, acting as primary point of contact for all project stakeholders across the organization.
- Establish and maintain processes to manage scope, budget, issues and risks within, and across multiple projects.
- Provide leadership and motivation to project team members throughout the project lifecycle.
- Coordinate business case creation, and monitor/report on progress to ensure alignment, and delivery on desired business objectives.
- Provide coaching and mentoring to IT team members, as necessary, to enhance organizational project management competencies
- Proactively assess and provide recommendations for improvement in project management tools and pro-cesses to drive project management maturity.
- Bachelor’s degree in Project Management, Business, Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field, with a minimum of 12 years of relevant experience required
- Master’s degree in a related discipline preferred, with at least 10 years of relevant experience
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification strongly preferred
- Extensive experience in leading, organizing, planning, and executing large-scale enterprise projects
- Demonstrated ability to effectively manage multiple, concurrent projects
- Exceptional attention to detail, active listening skills, and strong verbal and written communication abilities
- Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills, with a proven track record of success in a global team environment
- Advanced problem-solving and issue resolution skills
- Strong leadership capabilities, with the ability to motivate teams and ensure timely, on-budget delivery of project goals
- Broad understanding of the IT landscape, including network infrastructure, data center operations, and business application development and support
- Deep understanding of business requirements, with the ability to build and maintain customer trust and confidence
- Solid expertise in organizational change management
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical (including Fertility coverage), Dental, Vision and additional Supplemental Benefits including Pet Insurance, Identify Theft Protection, Legal Assistance and many more
We Invest in your Future: 401(k) Savings Plan with company match up to 4.5%, 100% vested in both employee and company-matching contributions, you may also be eligible for additional quarterly company contribution depending on your location
State of the Art Facility: Enjoy on-site amenities such as cafeteria, gym, health clinic, walking paths and ergonomic support
Work-Life Balance: Timken supports work-life balance through 10 paid holidays, a generous vacation plan and access to our Employee Assistance Program. We also offer Paid Parental Leave up to 12 weeks 100% paid for birth parent and up to 6 weeks 100% paid leave for the non-birth parent and adoptive parents
Life-Long Learning: Competitive Educational Reimbursement Program, 24/7 access to thousands of personal and professional online development resources with best-in-class tools, learning offerings, and professional certification courses
The Timken Company, a global technology leader in engineered bearings and industrial motion, designs a growing portfolio of next-generation products for diverse industries. For more than 125 years, Timken has used its specialized expertise to innovate and create customer-centric solutions that increase reliability and efficiency. The company posted $4.6 billion in sales in 2024 and employs more than 19,000 people globally, operating from 45 countries. Timken has been recognized among America's Most Responsible Companies and America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity by Newsweek, the World's Most Ethical Companies® by Ethisphere and America's Most Innovative Companies by Fortune.
Why Choose Timken?
- Over a century of knowledge and innovation
- A culture of top performance
- A global, diverse environment
- Products that contribute to a sustainable world
- A conviction to improve communities around us
- Competitive salary and benefits
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