Director of Project Management

Who We Are:

Thank you for your interest in Mueller Water Products, Inc.  

For more than 165 years, Mueller Water Products, Inc. has been building the future of water infrastructure. From lifesaving fire protection to data intelligence, we are committed to developing products and solutions that help cities and utilities deliver clean, safe drinking water to hundreds of millions of people across North America.   

Our purpose is to connect communities to water, life’s most essential resource, with exceptional, people solutions and products. Behind that purpose is a dedicated team, united by our shared values of respect, integrity, trust, inclusion and safety. With a vision to be the leader in water infrastructure solutions—solving challenges, enriching lives and safeguarding the future—we are making a positive impact that will last for generations.   

By joining Mueller, you become part of a dynamic team dedicated to excellence and innovation, working collaboratively to achieve meaningful results. We champion our people because when they succeed, our communities thrive. We invite you to learn more about career opportunities with us and consider submitting your application.  

Director of Project Management

Job Title: Director of Project Management

Department: Operations / PMO
 Reports To: SVP of Operations / VP of Engineering
 Location: Chattanooga, TN or Atlanta, GA
 Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Overview

The Director of Project Management is responsible for leading Mueller’s Project Management Office (PMO) and overseeing the successful delivery of strategic initiatives across the company. This individual will establish project management standards, mentor project managers, and ensure that all projects are executed on time, within scope, and within budget. The Director will act as a key liaison between Mueller’s executive leadership and project teams to drive alignment, accountability, and measurable business outcomes throughout our U.S. manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Leadership:
  • Develop and implement a comprehensive project management framework that supports organizational strategy and business goals.
  • Define and maintain project governance, reporting structures, and key performance metrics.
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to prioritize and align projects with company objectives.
• Operational Oversight:
  • Lead a team of project and program managers, ensuring consistent application of best practices and methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid).
  • Oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of enterprise-level initiatives across departments.
  • Monitor project performance and proactively identify risks, dependencies, and resource constraints.

• Process Improvement:
  • Continuously assess and optimize project management processes, tools, and templates to improve efficiency and delivery quality.
  • Implement lessons learned and change management practices to drive organizational improvement.
• Stakeholder Management:
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for project status updates, issue escalation, and executive reporting.
  • Foster collaboration and communication between cross-functional teams, stakeholders, and executive sponsors.
• Team Leadership & Development:
  • Recruit, develop, and retain high-performing project management professionals.
  • Mentor team members and promote a culture of accountability, excellence, and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s preferred).
• Experience:
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in project management, including at least 5 years in a leadership or PMO role.
  • Proven track record of leading complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Certifications: PMP, PgMP, or PMI-ACP preferred; Lean Six Sigma or Agile certifications a plus.
• Skills:
  • Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
  • Expertise in project portfolio management and resource planning.
  • Proficiency with project management tools
  • Ability to influence and negotiate with executive stakeholders and drive consensus.
• Travel:  this position is required to travel to our U.S. plants 25-50% of the time.

Performance Indicators

• On-time, on-budget delivery rate of major initiatives and capital projects.
• Improvement in organizational project success rate.
• Employee engagement and retention within the PMO team.
• Executive satisfaction with PMO performance and reporting quality.

Mueller Water Products, Inc., as well as its subsidiaries, are equal employment employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, and/or expression), age, national origin, disability, citizenship status (except as authorized by law), protected veteran status, genetic information, and any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In keeping with its obligations under applicable federal, state, and local law, Mueller will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. To request a reasonable accommodation at any time during the application or interview process, please contact a member of the Human Resources Department. 

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