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Job Description:
This is a contract position which is slated to last approximately 3 years.
Position Summary
The Health & Safety Project Manager will provide support to the North America Health & Safety Center of Excellence (NA H&S CoE) by leading projects related to Airbus Merger and Acquisition (M&A) strategies and initiatives. In addition, the Project Manager will ensure that all projects outlined in the NA H&S CoEs three-year plan are effectively supported with project management expertise. The Project Manager will be responsible for monitoring and tracking the progress and performance of these projects using established Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). Furthermore, the Project Manager will work closely with key stakeholders and senior leadership to facilitate and support the ongoing evolution of change within the organization. This role will report directly to the Occupational Health and Safety Management System (OHSMS) Compliance and Governance Manager, with a secondary reporting line to the regional Project Management Office (PMO). The primary responsibility of the role will be to manage regional OHSMS project functions, while also providing support to local representatives at sites within the Airbus Americas HR Workplace scope.
Project Management
- Lead and manage large and medium-sized cross-functional projects, overseeing strategy, resource planning, budgeting, cost control, risk management, and scheduling.
- Collaborate with key stakeholders to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.
- Establish and maintain internal and external partnerships, including HR, regulatory bodies, operations, and community affairs.
- Track project progress and performance, ensuring milestones and goals are met.
- Analyze, visualize, and present project data and results using reports and dashboards.
- Lead individual project tasks and activities to ensure operational readiness and timely delivery.
- Maintain comprehensive documentation for all project activities, ensuring project management tools are consistently updated.
- Regularly monitor and communicate project status to HR leadership and program governance stakeholders as required.
- Develop and implement a change management strategy that aligns with the organizations business goals and objectives.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to define the scope, objectives, and timeline for change initiatives.
- Assess the impact of changes on various departments, teams, or individuals across the organization.
- Identify areas of resistance and reluctance, and create strategies to address and mitigate these challenges.
- Work closely with leaders and managers to manage resistance and support employees in understanding the value of the change.
- Establish success metrics to measure the effectiveness and impact of the change process.
- Exhibit strong leadership, communication, planning, and organizational skills while working across all levels of the organization.
- Ensure effective communication and foster positive relationships with federal and state government representatives, as well as regulatory agencies, regarding Health & Safety projects.
- The role may involve additional responsibilities as assigned by leadership to support the organization's goals and objectives, amounting to approximately 5% of the roles focus.
Education
- Bachelors degree in a related field or an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience required
- Master's degree preferred.
Experience
- At least 7 years of experience managing projects within a manufacturing environment.
- 3+ years of experience in M&A (Merger & Acquisition) implementation preferred.
- Experience working in complex, matrixed organizational structures preferred.
- Experience in Aerospace Manufacturing preferred.
- Working knowledge of safety management systems, including policy and procedure development preferred.
Certifications
- Project Management Professional (PMP) certification required
- .Additional certifications in program management, compliance, or safety management systems preferred.
Travel
- 25% domestic
Citizenship
- Authorized to Work in the US
Required Knowledge, Skills, Demonstrated Capabilities
- Proven project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Advanced knowledge of change management principles and practices.
- Ability to influence and challenge business stakeholders while considering the human impact of change.
- Strong ability to manage and align stakeholder expectations throughout project lifecycles.
- Ability to multi-task effectively and prioritize quickly when changes arise.
- Capability to influence key stakeholders, decision-makers, and colleagues to achieve project objectives.
- Strong analytical skills, with the ability to review and interpret detailed statistical data and documentation.
- Ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.
- Strong time management skills to ensure efficient use of personal and project time.
- Experience operating in a global, multicultural environment
Communication Skills
- Fluent in both written and spoken English.
- Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
- Fluency in additional languages, such as French, German, or Spanish preferred.
Required Technical Systems Proficiency
- Proficiency in project management tools and software.
- Familiarity with GSuite (Google Workspace) applications.
Physical Requirements
Onsite 60%
Remote 40%
Vision: Daily able to see and read computer screen and other electronic equipment with screens, able to read documents, reports and engineering drawings.
Hearing: Daily able to hear to participate in conversations in person and via teleconference or phone and to hear sounds on production floor including safety warnings or alarms.
Speaking: Daily able to speak in conversations and meetings, deliver information and participate in communications.
Equipment Operation (personal computer, telephone, copies, fax machine, and related office equipment and using electronic identification card to enter building floors and internal doors): Daily able to operate most office and personal electronic equipment and some tools including production tools such as hydraulic lifts.
Carrying: Several times a week able to carry documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Lifting: Several times a week able to lift documents, tools, drawings, electronic equipment up to 30lbs/14kgs.
Pushing / Pulling: Several times a week able to push and pull small office furniture and some equipment and tools.
Sitting: Daily able to sit for long periods of time in meetings, working on computer.
Squatting / Kneeling: Several times a month able to squat or kneel to retrieve or replace items stored on low shelving.
Standing: Daily able to stand for discussions in offices or on production floor.
Travel: Rarely able to travel independently and at short notice.
Walking (include routine walking such as to a shared printer to retrieve documents): Daily able to walk through office and production areas including uneven surfaces.
Appropriate hearing/eye protection may also be required when visiting the shop floor
This job requires an awareness of any potential compliance risks and a commitment to act with integrity, as the foundation for the Companys success, reputation and sustainable growth.
Company:
Airbus Americas, Inc.Employment Type:
Agency / TemporaryExperience Level:
ProfessionalRemote Type:
FlexibleJob Family:
Programme & Project Management------
Job Posting End Date: 06.21.2025------
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