As a Project Manager I, you will manage and oversee all aspects of a project to ensure it is completed on-time and within budget. You are responsible for managing scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing and outside vendors. You will prepare reports for upper management regarding status of project, as well as work on projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Your work is closely managed.

Responsibilities:

Provides support with project development from beginning to end
Assists in defining project scope, goals and deliverables to support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
Assists in developing full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
Effectively communicates project updates and progression to manager
Estimates resources and participants needed to achieve project goals
Aligns activities with corporate goals around safety, quality, delivery and cost
May perform root cause analysis on gaps, identifies waste, and works with leadership to drive sustainable corrective action
Drafts and submits budget proposals, and recommends subsequent budget changes
May negotiate with other department managers for acquisition of required personnel
Determines and assesses need for additional staff or consultants and makes appropriate staffing adjustments during project cycle
Sets and manages project expectations with team members
Identifies and resolves issues and conflicts within project team
Identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path
Plans and schedules project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools
Tracks project milestones and deliverables
May develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations
Manages changes in project scope, identifies potential concerns, and devises contingency plans

Qualifications:

High School Degree or equivalent experience required; Associate’s degree preferred
2 years required, 4 years experience preferred of directing work in a project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution
Business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods
Proven ability to manage processes to achieve objectives
Ability to build effective business relationships with other functional areas to best support mutual objectives
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze workflow and processes to provide productive service to internal and external customers
Interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills required
Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and product
Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Proficient computer skills