Our client is looking for an Engineering Project Manager located in Kalamazoo, MI. As an Engineering Product Manager you will plan, execute, and finalize projects according to strict deadlines and within budget. You will also define the project's objectives and oversee quality assurance throughout its life cycle.
If you meet the requirements, please apply to this job and also feel free to follow up via email to Rachita.Saxena@yoh.com. (Job#314939)
6 month W2 contract
Pay rate: $40 - $44.50/hour
Local on site and remote- May need to go to sites. Expenses are compensated if needed to travel
Experience with manufacturing (especially API, injectables and/or non-sterile liquids/semi-solid pharmaceuticals) is highly desired.
Description:
- Directs and manages project development from beginning to end
- Defines project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with stakeholders
- Develops full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
- Effectively communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
- Liaises with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis
- Estimates the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals
- Drafts and submits budget proposals, and recommends subsequent budget changes where necessary
- Sets and continually manages project expectations with team members and other stakeholders
- Delegates tasks and responsibilities to appropriate personnel
- Identifies and resolves issues and conflicts with the 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
- Develops and delivers progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations
- Defines project success criteria
- Coaches, mentors, motivates and supervises project team members and influences them to take action on assigned work
- Builds, develops, and grows any business relationships vital to the success of the project
- Conducts project post mortems and creates a closure memo in order to identify lessons learned
- Develops best practices and tools for project execution and management
Requirements:
- BA/BS in Engineering with 7+ years experience or Masters Degree in Engineering with 5+ years experience
- Demonstrated experience in a project management capacity. Certification in project management is desirable
- Experience with manufacturing (especially API, injectables and/or non-sterile liquids/semi-solid pharmaceuticals) is highly desired.
- Need to be technically competent with various software programs, such as MS Office. Proficiency with MS Project desirable.
- Experience at working both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment is essential
- Can conform to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
- Reacts to project adjustments and alterations promptly and efficiently
- Flexible during times of change
- Persuasive, encouraging, and motivating
- Ability to defuse tension among project team, should it arise
- Strong written and oral communication skills
- Highly prefer Pharma experience
Opportunity is Calling, Apply Now!
What's In It For You?
We welcome you to be a part of one of the largest global staffing companies to meet your career aspirations. Yoh's network of client companies has been employing professionals like you for over 65 years in the U.S., UK and Canada. Join Yoh's extensive talent community that will provide you with access to Yoh's vast network of opportunities and gain access to this exclusive opportunity available to you.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Benefits
- 401K Retirement Saving Plan
- Life & Disability Insurance
- Direct Deposit & weekly ePayroll
- Employee Discount Programs
- Referral Bonus Programs
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