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About Cognizant Consulting

Cognizant Consulting is more than Cognizant’s consulting practice—we’re a global community of 6,000+ experts dedicated to helping clients reimagine their business. Blending our deep industry and technology advisory capability, we create innovative business solutions for Fortune 500 clients. And now, we’re looking for our next colleague who’ll join us in shaping the future of business. Could it be you?

About the role

As a Project Manager, you will make an impact by leading and delivering complex projects for our client in the manufacturing sector. You will be a valued member of the consulting team and work collaboratively with managers, cross-functional teams, and clients.

In this role, you will:

+ Lead end-to-end project management for client initiatives, ensuring successful delivery within scope, timeline, and budget.

+ Oversee migration projects, coordinating with technical and business stakeholders.

+ Manage project risks, issues, and dependencies, providing regular status updates to leadership and clients.

+ Facilitate communication between client teams, vendors, and internal stakeholders.

+ Drive continuous improvement and best practices in project delivery.

Work model

At Cognizant, we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible, and we are here to support a healthy work-life balance though our various wellbeing programs. Based on this role’s business requirements, this is an onsite position requiring **4** days a week in a client or Cognizant office in **Detroit, MI.** The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you’re engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations.

What you must have to be considered

+ Previous project management experience, preferably in a consulting or manufacturing environment.

+ Experience managing OSV migration projects, preferred

+ Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.

+ Excellent communication and organizational abilities.

+ Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

These will help you succeed

+ Experience in the manufacturing industry.

+ PMP or similar project management certification.

+ Familiarity with large-scale technology migrations.

+ Embodiment of the Cognizant Way to Lead: Leading Self, Leading Others, & Leading the Business.

+ The embodiment of Cognizant’s Values of: Work as One, Dare to Innovate, Raise the Bar, Do The right Thing, & Own It.

We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role.

Benefits

+ Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

+ 401(k) plan and contributions

+ Employee stock purchase plan

+ Employee assistance program

+ 10 paid holidays plus PTO

+ Paid parental leave and fertility assistance

+ Learning and development certifications and programs

Post closing date

Applications will be accepted until 10/27/2025

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.