Sr. Project Manager
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onChapel Hill Road, Morrisville, Wake County, North Carolina, 27560, United States
About the Company
Xylem is a Fortune 500 global water solutions company dedicated to advancing sustainable impact and empowering the people who make water work every day. As a leading water technology company with 23,000 employees operating in over 150 countries, Xylem is at the forefront of addressing the world's most critical water challenges. Our products impact public utilities, industrial sectors, residential areas, and commercial buildings, with a commitment to providing smart metering, network technologies, and advanced analytics for water, electric, and gas utilities.
Sensus, a Xylem company, is seeking a Senior Project Manager to lead complex, integrated product development initiatives as part of the Solutions Team. This role is ideal for a leader who can balance deep engagement in modern, software-led product development with strong business acumen and commercial focus.
About the Role
The Senior Project Manager is accountable for driving both execution excellence and business outcomes, ensuring that product and platform investments align with strategic objectives, customer value, and financial performance. A core aspect of this role is the ability to develop, refine, and communicate clear, data-backed business cases throughout the product lifecycle.
This role operates in an environment where problem statements, solution paths, and priorities may be evolving or loosely defined. The Senior Project Manager is expected to bring structure, clarity, and strategic direction—translating ambiguity into aligned strategies, actionable plans, and measurable outcomes. The position supports Xylem's ongoing AI, digital, and software transformation, with emphasis on AI Assisted Software Development, modern cloud delivery models, and systems- and software-driven development approaches. While hardware remains an important component of the overall solution, the primary focus is on integration, platform interoperability, and end-to-end solution delivery.
Culture and Impact
Join the global Xylem team to be a part of innovative technology solutions transforming water usage, conservation, and re-use. Partner with us in creating a world where water challenges are met with ingenuity and dedication; where we recognize the power of inclusion and belonging in driving innovation and allowing us to compete more effectively around the world.
At Xylem, you'll not only contribute to solving water issues but also have the chance to make a difference through our paid Volunteer Program, Xylem Watermark. We prioritize our employees' well-being through inclusion and belonging as well as our Employee Resource Groups (ERG).
Equal Opportunity
Proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity (including disability and veterans) and Affirmative Action workplace, Xylem fosters an inclusive environment free from discrimination or harassment.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville, Wake County, North Carolina, 27560, United States
Morrisville, North Carolina
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleLead product solutions through the full development lifecycle using Stage Gate, Agile, or hybrid methodologies
- check_circleDevelop and maintain business cases including value propositions, cost models, and ROI considerations
- check_circleRefine ambiguous initiatives into clear objectives, roadmaps, and decision points
- check_circleDrive integration of software, firmware, cloud platforms, AI capabilities, and hardware into cohesive solutions
- check_circleAdvance AI Assisted Software Development practices to improve delivery efficiency and quality
- check_circlePartner with Product Management, Engineering, and Business stakeholders to align roadmaps and priorities
- check_circleMonitor and manage budgets, schedules, risks, and KPIs while recommending corrective actions
- check_circleOwn project plans, dependencies, and risk mitigation strategies with transparent status communication
- check_circleChampion continuous improvement, change management, and delivery process modernization
- check_circleProvide leadership and mentorship to cross-functional, matrixed teams across engineering and data
Requirements
- verifiedBachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline
- verified7+ years of project or program management experience
- verifiedExperience with AI Assisted Software Development
- verifiedExperience managing projects with software, firmware, cloud, and hardware
- verifiedExpert-level proficiency with Atlassian tools (Jira and Confluence)
Nice to Have
Experience delivering cloud-native, SaaS, or platform-based solutions. Exposure to AI-enabled products, analytics platforms, or intelligent systems. Experience contributing to or leading development process modernization initiatives. Product analyst experience with Atlassian tool suite including Jira Product Discovery (JPD) and Jira Analytics.
Benefits & Perks
check_circleMedical, Dental, and Vision coveragecheck_circle401(k) with company contributioncheck_circlePaid time offcheck_circlePaid parental leavecheck_circleTuition reimbursementcheck_circlePaid Volunteer Program (Xylem Watermark)
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Stage Gate, Agile, Ai Assisted Software Development, Cloud Delivery Models, Systems And Software Driven Development, Firmware, Cloud Platforms, Jira, Confluence, Jira Product Discovery.
Education: Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline required.
Frequently asked questions about Sr. Project Manager at Xylem
What does a Sr. Project Manager at Xylem do?expand_more
Day-to-day, the Sr. Project Manager at Xylem will lead product solutions through the full development lifecycle using stage gate, agile, or hybrid methodologies; develop and maintain business cases including value propositions, cost models, and roi considerations; refine ambiguous initiatives into clear objectives, roadmaps, and decision points; and drive integration of software, firmware, cloud platforms, ai capabilities, and hardware into cohesive solutions.
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To qualify for the Sr. Project Manager at Xylem position, applicants should have: Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline; 7+ years of project or program management experience; Experience with AI Assisted Software Development; Experience managing projects with software, firmware, cloud, and hardware; and Expert-level proficiency with Atlassian tools (Jira and Confluence).
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Sr. Project Manager at Xylem is based in Chapel Hill Road, Morrisville, Wake County, North Carolina, 27560, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Xylem has listed this Sr. Project Manager role as on-site.
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Sr. Project Manager at Xylem typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience at the senior level.
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Key skills for Sr. Project Manager at Xylem include Stage Gate; Agile; Ai Assisted Software Development; Cloud Delivery Models; Systems And Software Driven Development; Firmware; Cloud Platforms; and Jira.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in a technical or business discipline required.
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Sr. Project Manager at Xylem is part of the engineering job category on Recrutus.
About Xylem
Xylem operates within the industrial machinery manufacturing sector, specializing in advanced technologies, solutions, and services designed to address critical global water challenges. Headquartered in Washington, District of Columbia, the organization enables customers to significantly improve how water and wastewater are used, managed, conserved, reused, and returned to nature. By providing specialized equipment and systems, Xylem supports efficient water infrastructure across various sectors worldwide.
The company maintains a global presence and employs a diverse workforce committed to principles of access, equity, inclusion, and diversity. At every organizational level, Xylem fosters an environment where colleagues are respected, valued, and connected, encouraging them to bring their authentic selves and ideas to the table. This focus on human capital aligns with their mission to solve complex water issues through innovation and collaboration.
Xylem continues to drive progress in the water industry by offering comprehensive tools for managing water resources effectively. The organization seeks individuals passionate about solving water challenges to join their team and contribute to their ongoing efforts in creating sustainable solutions for the planet.
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