PROJECT MANAGER

Belong. Believe. Be You. Belden.

Propel your career surrounded by a diverse team of innovative, goal-oriented individuals who are pursuing the next generation of connectivity solutions. At Belden, you'll participate in work that will challenge you and position you to excel. You'll collaborate with colleagues from around the world, gaining exposure to a broad base of expertise and perspectives.

Together, we'll continue on a journey of innovation, creating a connected world and paving the way for automation. Join us and let's build the future.

Position Summary

The Project Manager is a results-driven leader responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing a diverse portfolio of complex initiatives, spanning both customer-facing solutions and critical internal improvements. This role requires effective leadership in managing cross-functional teams and ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards. You will champion project management best practices and drive process excellence within the scope of your projects.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Project Management




• Lead the full project lifecycle for a variety of complex projects, including:




• Developing and maintaining comprehensive project plans, schedules, and budgets.
• Coordinating necessary resources and managing vendor relationships.
• Monitoring project progress, identifying and mitigating risks, and resolving issues.
• Ensuring projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required quality standards.
• Conducting regular project status meetings with stakeholders and leadership.
• Preparing and presenting project reports and presentations.

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    • Liaising between client, solution consultants, solution engineers and subcontractor personnel to ensure safe, timely, and profitable outcome.
    • Identifying and securing necessary approvals for all changes in project scope, budget and/or schedule.
    • Promoting behavior-based safety in execution of the project and modeling safe work habits.
    • Driving consensus and commitment across diverse stakeholder groups, leveraging strong influencing skills to navigate complex organizational dynamics and achieve project objectives.
    
    
    
    
  
  
  
  

• Stakeholder & Client Relationship Management




• Build and sustain effective relationships with clients and internal stakeholders, ensuring satisfaction and successful project outcomes.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients on all project-related matters, demonstrating exceptional communication and problem-solving skills.
• Proactively identify, address, and resolve client and internal concerns to maintain trust and loyalty.




• Process Improvement & Team Contribution




• Contribute to the definition and implementation of project management strategies and best practices within the PMO.
• Utilize and support process improvement methodologies such as Lean Six Sigma and Kaizen, implementing efficiencies that enhance project delivery.
• Contribute to a collaborative, supportive, and high-performing team environment that encourages innovation and shared success.
• Collaborate effectively in a highly matrixed, cross-functional global organization.

Experience and Education

• Bachelor's degree in a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• A minimum of 5+ years of progressive experience in managing complex projects
• Demonstrated knowledge of manufacturing operational processes, including Procurement, Scheduling, Quality, and Engineering.
• Proficiency in utilizing project management tools such as Smartsheet, Jira, or similar platforms.
• Thorough understanding of Project Management principles, methods, and techniques, including use of tools like Smartsheet for milestones and progress management.
• Practical experience in applying process improvement methodologies such as Lean, Six Sigma, or similar continuous improvement frameworks.

Essentials

• PMP certification is highly preferred
• Relevant experience in a related field and complex project management.
• In-depth knowledge of project estimates, schedules, budgets, and forecasting.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Deep proficiency in a variety of project management methodologies (e.g., Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).

Applicants can expect a base compensation range of $116,900 - $175,300 plus benefits and additional incentives based on the level of the role. This is the reasonable estimate that Belden believes it might pay for this job based on applicable circumstances at the time of posting. Belden may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range as permitted by law, and commensurate with the applicant's experience, qualifications, and geographical location.

Belden also offers hybrid and remote work practices where feasible and provides employees with benefits that could include health/dental/vision, long term/short term disability, life insurance, HSA/FSA, matching retirement plans, paid vacation, parental leave, employee stock purchase plan, paid leave for volunteer work in your community, training opportunities, professional talent management and succession planning, corporate health well-being initiatives and a work culture which includes commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability!

Let's Write the Next 100 Years Together.

Join a global community striving to improve connectivity and security. The work we're doing puts our people on the front lines of impacting lives and shaping the future. Propel your story of innovation by helping Belden write the next chapter in ours. Shape your future at Belden.

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These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job.