Project Manager III

About the role

Advanced Drainage Systems is seeking a Senior Project Manager with extensive experience in managing complex product development projects to support the Storage Category. This role oversees initiatives from planning through delivery, coordinates research and design activities, and drives strategic programs with organizational impact.

Responsibilities

• Lead one or more large, complex projects or programs through all stages, from scoping to execution in the market.
• Make authoritative decisions and recommendations that have a far-reaching impact on the organization.
• Demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in planning, organizing, and guiding extensive programs of major consequence.
• Develop cross-functionally aligned recommendations for executive-level decision-making.
• Lead the evaluation, prioritization, and performance of programs to align with strategic priorities.
• Build extensive stakeholder relationships to drive effective escalation and remove barriers.
• Manage project schedules, scope, budget, and resources to deliver on-time, high-quality projects.
• Represent the organization at important functions or conferences, including media interviews as required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering or related field.
• Project Management Certification preferred.
• 15+ years of relevant post-education experience in engineering discipline and project management.
• Additional accreditations related to technical expertise are a plus.

Skills

• Ability to lead an entire project or program of critical importance.
• Superior written and verbal communication skills.
• Superior project management and organizational skills.
• Use critical thought to decide the extent of engineering and related resources needed for accomplishing objectives.
• Thorough understanding and communication of strategic activity and programs.
• Provide recommendations for executive-level decision making.

Benefits

Health & Welfare Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans.
• Telemedicine (with medical plan).
• High-Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) and Health Savings Account (HSA).
• Dental and vision plans.
• Virtual physical therapy.
• Employee assistance program (EAP).
• Voluntary accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnification programs.

Financial Benefits

• Retirement 401k program with company match.
• Employee stock purchase plan (voluntary).
• Financial wellness planning.
• Paid parental leave.
• Flexible spending accounts (FSA) for child care and health care.
• Short-term and long-term disability.
• Basic life insurance and accidental death and dismemberment (AD&D).
• Adoption financial reimbursement.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Voluntary life insurance (for employees, spouses, and children).
• Voluntary identity theft and fraud protection.

100% paid by ADS for certain benefits.

Why Join ADS?

• Growth Opportunities & Global Presence: With a global network of approximately 70 manufacturing plants and 40 distribution centers, ADS offers extensive opportunities for career growth and development in various locations around the world.
• Inclusive and Creative Work Culture: ADS fosters a culture of passion, innovation, and continuous improvement, empowering employees to shape industry-leading solutions. We value diverse perspectives, recognizing that they drive better ideas, processes, and performance.
• Innovative & Sustainability Focused: Advanced Drainage Systems is one of the largest plastic recyclers in North America, ensuring over half a billion pounds of plastic is kept out of landfills every year.