Manager, Project Management

Position Summary

The Manager, Project Management leads multiple projects by collaborating with stakeholders to develop and execute comprehensive plans that align with business objectives. This role ensures effective communication, monitors budgets, and manages risks to deliver solutions on schedule. The position fosters strong relationships with project sponsors and teams, promotes continuous improvement, and supports associate development through coaching and mentoring. Upholding company values and ethical standards, the manager drives results with integrity while advancing operational excellence and customer-focused outcomes in a dynamic environment.

About the team

The Critical Power team ensures the reliability and scalability of electrical and cooling infrastructure across Walmart’s supply chain and retail facilities. Leading end-to-end program execution for power systems, the team partners with cross-functional stakeholders to enhance performance, safety, and uptime. Focused on standardized, scalable solutions, the team drives continuous process improvements, risk reduction, and cost optimization. By supporting new initiatives and modernizing infrastructure, the team enables business growth while ensuring compliance with standards. Combining technical expertise with strong program management, the team executes complex initiatives that support operational continuity and future innovation.

What you'll do

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders and sponsors to ensure alignment on priorities, expectations, and outcomes.
• Lead multiple initiatives by driving strategy, communication, and alignment across cross-functional teams.
• Monitor financial performance, identify and manage risks, and ensure alignment with business objectives.
• Promote continuous improvement and uphold program standards while navigating complex challenges.
• Provide leadership and development opportunities for team members through mentoring, coaching, and performance management.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and maintain high ethical standards while delivering results that support operational excellence and customer-focused outcomes.

What you'll bring

• Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional programs aligned to business and infrastructure strategy.
• Strong technical understanding of critical power systems, including UPS, precision IT cooling, and electrical distribution in small to large scale facilities or data center environments.
• Ability to assess risk, optimize system reliability, and support infrastructure modernization initiatives.
• Experience managing budgets, analyzing performance, and driving continuous improvement.
• Strong leadership skills with a focus on coaching, mentoring, and developing high-performing teams.
• Demonstrated ability to influence stakeholders, drive alignment, and navigate competing priorities.
• Commitment to ethical standards, integrity, and supporting company values in all project activities.

Additional compensation

• Annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
• Stock options.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Computer Science, or related field and 2 years’ experience in project management, business, operations, or related area OR 4 years’ experience in project management, business, operations, or related area.
• 1 year’s experience working in cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• Data analytics and project management systems.
• Supervisory experience.
• Masters: Business Project Management - Project Management Professional - Certification, Six Sigma Green Belt - Certification.

Pay

The annual salary range for this position is $70,000.00 - $130,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses. Additional compensation for certain positions may also include : Stock.