Project Manager, Capital

Requisition Number: 72187

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Corning is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible.  ​  

How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations – not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. ​  

​At Corning, there are endless possibilities for making an impact. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more.​   

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Corning’s businesses are ever evolving to best serve our customers, industries, and consumers. Today, we accelerate and transform life sciences, mobile consumer electronics, optical communications, display, and automotive markets. We are changing the world with: 

• Trusted products that accelerate drug discovery, development, and delivery to save lives
• Damage-resistant cover glass to enhance the devices that keep us connected
• Optical fiber, wireless technologies, and connectivity solutions to carry information and ideas at the speed of light
• Precision glass for advanced displays to deliver richer experiences 
•  Auto glass and ceramics to drive cleaner, safer, and smarter transportation 

Scope of Position:

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Project Manager to lead and manage capital projects that support business objectives. These projects will typically focus on enhancing manufacturing capacity, establishing manufacturing operations for new business ventures, reducing manufacturing costs, and improving facilities. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing the entire project lifecycle, employing fundamental project management practices such as the stage gate process to ensure successful delivery of project goals.

Day to Day Responsibilities:

• Project Leadership:  Direct supervision of project team.  Provide strong leadership to guide them, resolve conflicts, and make timely decisions to ensure the project’s compliance with safety, scope schedule, cost, and other project specific deliverables such as those associated with product quality, equipment and process capability, machine and line rates, equipment uptime, etc.
• Project Management: Execute all phases of the project lifecycle, including initiation, planning, execution, monitoring, and closure, leveraging the stage gate process and all of it’s associated tools.
• Scope Development: Collaborate with stakeholders to define and document project scope, objectives, deliverables, and success criteria.
• Budget and Schedule Management: Develop, monitor, and control project budgets and schedules to deliver outcomes within approved limits while maintaining quality standards.
• Risk Management: Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure smooth execution and minimize disruptions.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Partner with cross-functional teams, contractors, and vendors to ensure successful delivery of project requirements.
• Communication: Facilitate clear and consistent communication across all levels of the organization, ensuring stakeholders are informed of project progress, challenges, and milestones.
• Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for process improvements and apply best practices to optimize project execution and outcomes.

Travel Requirements:

• Must be available for significant travel, primarily domestic, to multiple locations to support business needs. International travel could be required as well.
• Project assignments can be in excess of 1-2 years in duration

Hours of work/work schedule/flex-time:

• Flexibility is required
• Normal Business Hours (M-F): however, expected to work hours required to achieve objectives
• May include weekend and off-shift hours.

 Education and Experience:

• 10 years of industry experience
• Minimum of 3-5 yrs project management experience
• BS Degree in Engineering field

Required Skills: 

• Team Leadership:  Strong ability to lead, inspire, and mentor teams, ensuring collaboration and productivity.
• Project Management Skills (understanding and application)
  • Scope development and acceptance criteria
  • Establish and manage a budget. 
  • Spending control
  • Change control
  • Planning, organizing and executing the plan
  • Schedule management
• Effective communication skills:  Clear and concise communication, both written and verbal, to relay information to team members, stakeholders, and executives. 
• Technical ability:  Quickly grasp technical concepts and gain an understanding of the manufacturing process as well as the associated facility services and facility design.
• Manage stress, building trust, and maintaining positive relationships within the team and with stakeholders.
• Presentation Skills:  Ability to present project updates, progress, and outcomes to stakeholders and business leaders in a professional and impactful manner.  This includes accurately and succinctly articulating decisions and recommendations required to be made by stakeholders and business leaders.
• Contractor and vendor management:  This includes all aspects associated with the entire cycle from the selection process, change controls process, scope delivery, and turnover.
• Adaptability and Flexibility:  Ability to adjust to changing circumstances, priorities, and project requirements.
• Problem solving:  Exceptional analytical skills to identify issues, evaluate solutions, and resolve challenges throughout the project lifecycle.
• Conflict resolution:  Skill in mediating disputes and maintaining harmonious relationships among team members and stakeholders.

Desired Skills: 

• Preferred Degree- BS in Mechanical, Civil, or Electrical Engineering
• Innovative and technically curious
• Experience working with the Scientific and Technology communities.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes, especially in glass or ceramics.
• Knowledge of PDRI, Stage Gate and Last Planner
• Negotiation skills

This position does not support immigration sponsorship.

The range for this position is $116,625.00 - $160,360.00 assuming full time status. Starting pay for the successful applicant is dependent on a variety of job-related factors, including but not limited to geographic location, market demands, experience, training, and education. 

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We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. To request an accommodation, please contact us at accommodations@corning.com.