Project Manager I in Reading

EnerSys is a global leader in stored energy solutions for industrial applications. We have over thirty manufacturing and assembly plants worldwide servicing over 10,000 customers in more than 100 countries. Worldwide headquarters are located in Reading, PA, USA with regional headquarters in Europe and Asia. We complement our extensive line of Motive Power and Energy Systems with a full range of integrated services and systems.

The Project Manager I is an integral member of the Project Management Office (PMO). This role manages multiple low-to-moderate complexity projects simultaneously, ensuring delivery of scope, schedule, and budget objectives with full accountability. The Project Manager I builds foundational PMO discipline by mastering communication, execution rigor, and proactive risk management. This position provides an opportunity to grow into a future leadership role within the PMO by developing the professional habits and discipline that define a high-performing project manager.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead assigned projects from initiation through completion using PMO standards, ensuring adherence to scope, cost, and timeline objectives.
• Build and maintain accurate project schedules, budgets, and risk registers within Planisware and/or Microsoft Project.
• Identify risks early, elevate proactively, and implement corrective or recovery plans to maintain schedule integrity.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in Engineering, Operations, and Finance to drive successful execution.
• Maintain accurate and timely project documentation, meeting all PMO process and gate requirements.
• Prepare and deliver clear, confident project updates to stakeholders and leadership.
• Manage procurement coordination and resource planning for assigned tasks or deliverables.
• Support lessons-learned reviews and contribute to continuous improvement initiatives.
• Demonstrate personal accountability, structured discipline, and professional composure under pressure.
• Embody the PMO’s “Hungry and Humble” philosophy — driven to achieve results, eager to learn, and collaborative in success.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, or related field required.
• 1–3 years of professional experience in project coordination, engineering, or operations.
• Proficiency with project management tools such as Planisware or Microsoft Project.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; able to summarize key information clearly and confidently.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or ability to obtain within 12 months preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to manage competing priorities and maintain organization under pressure.

This position will work in an office setting, expect minimal physical demands.