Project Manager

We’re Watts. Together, we’re reimagining the future of water. We feel proud every day about what we do. We're all part of the same crucial mission, no matter what function we support -- it's to provide safe, clean water for the world, and to protect our planet's most valuable resource. What we do: For 150 years, Watts has built best-in-class products that are trusted by customers in residential and commercial settings across the world. We are at the forefront of innovation, working with cutting-edge technology to provide smart and connected, sustainable water solutions for the future. Watts is a leading brand with a quality reputation — and we have a dynamic future ahead.​ Scope of Position The Project Manager leads Research & Development and New Product Development (NPD) initiatives for the Watts Applied Solutions platform, with a strong focus on physical product development, testing/validation, and engineering execution. Under the direction of the Director of Research & Development, this role partners cross-functionally to plan and execute projects through established Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and Stage Gate (SG) processes and is responsible for managing projects from concept through commercialization. This position is responsible for independently managing project execution, ensuring projects progress on schedule and within budget, while driving designs from concept through prototype, validation, and commercialization aligned to technical performance requirements. The role collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to achieve project objectives and operational targets. This position reports to the Director of Research and Development. This role is onsite and is based in Fort Myers, Florida. Primary Job Duties and Responsibilities =Lead Research & Development and New Product Development projects by coordinating schedules, resources, budgets, and deliverables, including build planning, prototype iteration, and engineering change tracking. Develop and maintain project plans aligned with Technology Readiness Level (TRL) and Stage Gate requirements. Track project progress and milestones, ensuring alignment to scope, schedule, and budget, including design milestones, prototype builds, and validation testing activities. Coordinate cross-functional teams, including engineering, test/validation, operations, manufacturing, suppliers, and other project stakeholders. Identify, communicate, and proactively manage project risks and issues; develop and implement mitigation plans to maintain project objectives. Facilitate project meetings, core team reviews, and required gate reviews. Provide regular project status updates and recommendations to stakeholders, influencing project decisions and priorities as appropriate. Ensure adherence to established R&D, NPD, and project management processes while identifying opportunities for process improvements and enhanced project execution effectiveness. Maintain project metrics and documentation, including schedules, resources, and cost tracking. Lead continuous improvement initiatives by capturing lessons learned and implementing enhancements to project management processes, tools, and practices. Manage projects of moderate complexity independently, ensuring achievement of operational, technical, schedule, and budget objectives. Coordinate and influence internal and external stakeholders, including suppliers, vendors, and cross-functional business partners, to support successful project outcomes. Assume responsibility for other projects and duties as assigned by the Director of Research and Development or Company management. Responsibility directly tied to Watts Values (Integrity, Accountability, Continuous Improvement, Transparency). Travel Requirements: up to 25%.

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Engineering or Science. Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in project coordination or project management. Project Management Professional