Project Manager
Job Summary:
A Project Manager must be able to manage multiple large complex projects & initiatives that require cross-organizational coordination to achieve company metrics including on time, within budget and customer satisfaction.
Duties/Responsibilities
- Developing project requirements.
- Manage design development.
- Developing project timeline.
- Work with cost estimator to confirm estimates.
- Manage project schedules.
- Identify risks and communicate them.
- Clearly communicate status updates to all stakeholders and customer.
- Keep ERP and Project Management software up to date with current project status.
- Works closely with engineering, scheduling & all other internal teams to usher projects through entire project life cycle (design to production).
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Required Skills/Abilities:
- The ability to convey information clearly, listen actively, and foster open communication.
- The ability to organize tasks, resources, and timelines is crucial for keeping projects on track and meeting deadlines.
- Identifying, assessing, and mitigating risks ensures that potential issues are addressed before they impact the project negatively.
- Basic understanding of budgeting, financial tracking, and resource allocation.
- Listen and understand customer’s requirements, needs, and issues to form a solution.
- Able to work as part of a team.
- Can work in a fast-paced environment.
- Exhibits sound judgement and effective decision making.
- Proactive, self-starter approach to working.
- Understanding of project management tools.
- Ability to travel as needed (est. 5-10% maximum)
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
- Project Launch Quality: Ability to work with the customer and internal stakeholders to deliver projects on time, on budget and in scope.
- Risk Management: Ability to identify and manage potential project risks negotiate with team members, stakeholders, or vendors to ensure project success.
- Customer Satisfaction: Feedback from internal stakeholders and customers on meeting expectations and building positive relationships.
- Adaptability: Projects can be dynamic, and circumstances may change. Being able to adapt to new information and evolving situations is key.
Education and Experience:
- Bachelors in a Business (e.g. B.B.A.) or Technical Degree (e.g. B.S.E.) preferred. In lieu of a degree 4-8 years of experience in manufacturing-based project management may be considered.
Supervisory Responsibilities:
Physical Requirements:
- Must be able to work in noisy environments
- Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds repeatedly
This role is accountable for all aspects of department performance including safety & environmental, quality, reliability, production, and productivity.
