Continuous Improvement Project Manager

Company DescriptionOhio Valley Gas began in 1943 with a simple mission: to bring safe, reliable natural gas service to communities in rural Indiana. What started as a small, family-founded utility has grown over the decades into a trusted energy provider serving thousands of customers across multiple counties. Through generations of change, OVG has remained rooted in local values—committed to safety, service, and being a utility that lives life with you. Role DescriptionThis is a full-time hybrid role located in Indiana, United States, for a Continuous Improvement Project Manager. The primary purpose of this role is to transform OVG's operational effectiveness by improving information flow and access across the organization. The ideal candidate will lead cross-functional projects that eliminate barriers, increase visibility, and enable better decision-making at all levels. In addition, this role will provide hands-on project leadership, structured execution, and change management to ensure initiatives are delivered consistently, adopted successfully, and sustained. The Continuous Improvement Project Manager will play a key role in fostering a culture of continuous improvement within the company.CompetenciesCommunication: Creates open, transparent communication across teams; translates technical concepts for diverse audiencesAccountability: Holds self and others to commitments; uses project schedules to track progressProblem Solving: Uses data to identify root causes, prioritizes based on business impactCross-Functional Collaboration: Works constructively with all departments; builds trust across silosChange Leadership: Comfortable with ambiguity; influences without direct authorityContinuous Improvement Mindset: Applies process improvement concepts; challenges conventional thinkingSystems Thinking: Understands how information flows across the organizationEOS Alignment: Operates within EOS framework (Rocks, Scorecards, IDS, L10 meetings)Values Alignment: Embodies OVG core values: Operate Safely, Customer Focused, Company Minded, Help First, Get Stuff DoneQualifications5+ years project management experience in utility, industrial, or manufacturing environmentPMP, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt/Black Belt, PRINCE2, or equivalent project management certification - OR demonstrated track record of successfully delivering 5+ cross-functional projects with measurable business results in lieu of certificationDemonstrated success leading cross-functional improvement initiatives with measurable resultsExperience with process improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, or similar)Strong facilitation, interpersonal, and communication skillsAbility to manage 3-5 concurrent projects simultaneouslyProficiency with project management tools (MS Project, Smartsheet, SharePoint, Teams)Bachelor's degree in business, engineering, operations management, or related fieldExperience with EOS or similar operating framework preferredUnderstanding of natural gas or utility industry helpful but not required