Standards Systems Project Lead

Job Description

We have an exciting opportunity for a Standards Systems Project Lead at UL Standards & Engagement. This is a hybrid opportunity based in our Evanston, IL or Raleigh-Durham, NC office. 

The Standards Systems Project Lead will manage Standards Technology & Systems project initiatives, to advance the mission of UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE) to make the world safer, more secure, and sustainable. The Standards Systems Project Lead will support execution of medium to large technology and systems projects, managing scope, schedule resources and implementation activities to ensure successful delivery aligned with organizational priorities. Leveraging deep expertise in project management methodologies, system implementation, and cross functional coordination, the Standards Systems Project Lead will apply consistent processes and documentation to drive on time, on budget and high-quality outcomes. The Standards Systems Project Lead will partner with Technology and Systems teams, stakeholders and vendors to support effective change management, communication and adoption of technology solutions. 

UL Standards & Engagement: 

At UL Standards & Engagement (ULSE), we expand the boundaries of safety science to create a more secure and sustainable world. For more than a century, we have created new safety standards and shared our findings with academia, scientists, manufacturers, and policymakers across industries. We identify critical safety and sustainability issues, asking tough questions because we believe a safer world begins with knowledge. 

Build a safer, more secure, and sustainable future with us. Join us and work with our Standards teams who develop the standards required to put that knowledge into practice. 

What you’ll learn and achieve: 

As the Standards Systems Project Lead, you will play a key role in the rapid growth of UL as you: 

• Lead medium to large technology and systems projects end to end, from initiation and planning through deployment and post-implementation support. Ensure delivery aligns with defined scope, timelines, budget, quality standards, and organizational priorities. 

• Develop and maintain detailed project plans, schedules, budgets, resource forecasts, and implementation roadmaps. Adjust plans and resource allocations as needed to meet stakeholder needs and changing requirements. 

• Establish, apply, and continuously improve project management processes, methodologies, and tools. Ensure consistent execution and governance across all assigned initiatives. 

• Assemble project teams and task assignments, direct and monitor work to track progress, and identify resource needs or constraints. Proactively escalate risks, issues, and dependencies a