Project Manager

Project Manager

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The Project Manager will be responsible for overseeing and driving the successful execution of both IT and strategic initiatives across the organization. This role will manage projects from inception through to completion, ensuring they are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The Project Manager will lead cross-functional teams, communicate progress to stakeholders, and manage risks and issues as they arise. This individual will also facilitate Steering Committee meetings, lead specialized project meetings, and present project updates to executive leadership and in company-wide forums, leveraging their expertise in project management tools, methodologies, and advanced presentation skills. Experience in digital transformation, change management, process improvement, and technical platform migration projects is essential. Candidates should be located in Eastern Time Zone or Central Time Zone (EST or CST).

Responsibilities

• Track and manage technical projects according to the selected project management framework (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) and provide detailed reports on progress, status, risks, and any emerging issues.
• Lead projects to successful completion while adhering to timelines and staying within budget constraints.
• Identify, track, and mitigate risks by developing strategies in collaboration with project teams and stakeholders.
• Define and prioritize work in alignment with business goals, working closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that project objectives are met.
• Facilitate, motivate, and recognize project teams to foster high performance, teamwork, and collaboration.
• Build strong partnerships with other teams, peers, and leadership to build trust and influence outcomes.
• Contribute to the design and optimization of business processes, practices, and standards as part of continuous improvement initiatives.
• Lead digital transformation, process improvement, and technical platform migration projects, ensuring alignment with organizational strategy.
• Plan, facilitate, and manage Steering Committee meetings for larger projects, ensuring alignment with executive stakeholders.
• Create and lead specialized and ad-hoc meetings as needed to drive project success, including project team meetings and executive updates.
• Present project progress, key updates, and outcomes confidently to executive teams, company-wide town hall meetings, and other leadership forums.

Behavioral Competencies

Strong verbal and written communication skills with the ability to engage individuals, teams, and leaders, including facilitating ceremonies and meetings.

Proven presentation skills, with the ability to present confidently to executive teams, lead project updates in company town hall meetings, and manage high-visibility presentations.

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to multitask and manage competing priorities.

Ability to clearly articulate project initiatives, ensuring they align with broader business needs and objectives.

Self-motivated and capable of working independently as well as collaboratively within a team.

Strong customer service orientation, with a commitment to exceeding stakeholder expectations.

Team player able to work effectively at all levels of the organization and influence stakeholders to reach consensus.

Willingness to take on various roles, assist others, and demonstrate flexibility to benefit the overall project and organization.

Problem-solving mindset, with the ability to work closely with stakeholders to identify challenges and propose solutions.

Attention to detail, ensuring thoroughness and accuracy in all deliverables.

Adaptability and willingness to embrace change in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

Experience with JIRA, Confluence, Smartsheet, MS Project and Monday.com

Office 365, with advanced skills in PowerPoint for creating impactful presentations

Proven experience managing IT, strategic, digital transformation, change management, and process improvement projects.

Experience with technical platform migration projects is required.

Experience facilitating and managing Steering Committee meetings for larger projects, and presenting confidently to executive teams and company-wide forums.

Education and Work Experience

Bachelor's degree preferred, but relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of a degree.

5+ years of demonstrated technical project management experience across a variety of methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.).

Experience working in an Agile environment.

Agile certification (Scrum Master / Product Owner) or PMP certification is preferred.

Physical and Mental Demands

Ability to travel up to 10% of time, may also include overnight and international travel

Work normal business hours and extended hours when necessary

Remain in a stationary position, often standing or sitting, for prolonged periods

Regular use of office equipment such as a computer / laptop and monitor computer screens

Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and other computer components

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic as protected by applicable law. Job candidates will not be obligated to disclose sealed or expunged records of conviction or arrest as part of the hiring process.