IT Project Manager - Military veterans preferred

Advanced Drainage Systems

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Advanced Drainage Systems is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.


IT Project Manager

US-OH-Hilliard

Job ID: 2025-19653
Type: Regular Full-Time
# of Openings: 1
Category: IT
Mill Run

Overview

Advanced Drainage Systems is a leading manufacturer of stormwater and onsite septic wastewater solutions, committed to sustainability and innovation. With a vast manufacturing and distribution network, we deliver high-quality products across multiple industries while recycling over half a billion pounds of plastic annually. At ADS, we foster a culture where diverse perspectives drive better ideas, ensuring every employee feels valued, heard, and empowered to make an impact.

Responsibilities

We are looking for an experienced IT Project Manager to join our team! In this role, you will lead the planning, execution, and delivery of technology-driven projects that align with business goals. You will manage project scope, schedules, budgets, and resources while fostering collaboration across cross-functional teams. If you are passionate about driving impactful IT solutions and thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment, we would love to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and manage detailed project plans, schedules, and resource allocations.
• Align project objectives with business goals and ensure team clarity on deliverables.
• Oversee the delivery and implementation of technology solutions.
• Lead issue identification, risk mitigation, and resolution processes.
• Monitor project health, scope, and quality to ensure successful outcomes.
• Manage all project documentation and reporting.
• Support multiple concurrent projects and/or programs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, sponsors, and vendors to ensure alignment and transparency.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of IT project and portfolio management processes and tools.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field.
• PMP certification required.
• ITIL or ITSM certification preferred.
• 5+ years of IT project management experience, including ERP and cloud-based implementations.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong leadership and team motivation skills.
• Excellent communication and executive presentation abilities.
• Proficient in navigating project methodologies including Stage-Gate, Agile, and Waterfall.
• Technically adept with the ability to understand and manage complex IT solutions.
• Strong analytical, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective in conflict resolution and stakeholder relationship management.
• Experience with project management tools such as MS Project, Excel, Teams, SharePoint, and ServiceNow SPM.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high-growth environment.

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EEO Statement

ADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

EEO StatementADS supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience, and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day. ADS is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.



Equal employment opportunity, including veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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