Job#: 3020690
Job Description:
Ford Motor Company
Hybrid On-Site Dearborn, MI
12+ Month Contract
$50-60/HR
Project Manager - IT
Position Description
This role requires working in a dynamic environment, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and managing multiple initiatives that support the organization’s strategic objectives. The position is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing projects and programs within the product development area, partnering across various business functions to ensure successful delivery.
Key Responsibilities
- Project Coordination: Oversee and manage multiple IT projects to ensure they are executed efficiently and effectively.
- Stakeholder Management: Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align project goals with the organization’s overall strategy.
- Resource Utilization: Ensure project teams are equipped with the necessary resources to support successful project execution.
- Performance Tracking: Measure and monitor project performance using appropriate systems and tools; report progress, outcomes, and risks to management.
- Project Tools & Reporting: Demonstrate exceptional proficiency in Jira for project management, reporting, and dashboard creation.
- Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project objectives are achieved.
- Documentation: Create and maintain thorough project documentation to support project management processes and governance.
Required Skills
- Agile Software Development
- Product Development
Preferred Skills
- Analytical Skills
- Change Management
- Risk Management
- Data Analysis
Required Experience
- 8+ years of IT experience
- Minimum of 5 years in Program Management
- Expert-level proficiency in Project Management
Preferred Experience
Education
- Required: Bachelor’s Degree
- Preferred: Certification Program
Additional Safety Training/Licensing/Personal Protection Requirements
Additional Information
- Work Arrangement: Hybrid
- Onsite Requirement: 4 days per week onsite, with the potential to work from home one day per week
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click here for more details.
Apex Benefits Overview: Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our ‘Welcome Packet’ as well, which an Apex team member can provide.
