The Project Manager is responsible for leading the implementation of Cavallo’s software solutions, maximizing the customer’s experience while effectively communicating and managing projects and expectations. This is a highly visible role in the organization, requiring a combination of project management, technical, and interpersonal skills to be successful.

As a Project Manager, the typical day includes:

• Providing strong and effective project leadership across all assigned projects;
• Leading and motivating teams to obtain desired results;
• Setting and managing clear project expectations to garner successful outcomes;
• Anticipating potential project risks and resolving/escalating issues as they occur;
• Problem-solving to ensure issues are resolved efficiently;
• Creating and maintaining healthy relationships with customers;
• Developing and consistently managing the project plan for the implementation of Cavallo’s software;
• Tracking and providing budget updates to customers;
• Communicating with customers in a timely and professional manner;
• Work proactively to close projects within a reasonable timeframe;
• Understanding of how to best manage different personalities and/or working styles contributing to the greatest productivity for the team;
• Managing customer expectations and keeping projects on schedule;
• Resolving or escalating project risks and issues;
• Supporting the development and implementation of project management methods to enhance Cavallo’s implementation process;
• Working closely with other teams including support, development, and sales to meet customer needs;
• Going above and beyond to own the success of projects.

This is the job for you if:

• You’re highly self-motivated and can work in a fast-paced environment;
• You don’t take no for an answer;
• You’re a problem-solver who thrives when overcoming challenges;
• You are forward thinking, always anticipating what could happen next;
• You know when (and how) to be flexible, and when (and how) to be firm;
• You can work collaboratively and/or independently on complex problems;
• You have a BS/BA degree or equivalent experience (PMP certified is a big plus);
• You’ve held a customer-facing role in the technology and/or consulting industries;
• You’re a top-notch presenter and facilitator;
• You communicate with others clearly and easily;
• You’re familiar with software development life cycles, including waterfall and Agile.

Why should you apply?

• Become a member of a #PeopleFirst organization that believes in instilling excellence in the people who make up our team;
• Work with collaborative colleagues who seek out and value each other’s input and feedback;
• Strong leadership who believe in creating enormous and measurable value for our Customers.

Key Benefits:

• Competitive Salary Package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and STD Insurance
• Generous PTO and Work/Life Synergy
• Learning and Career Development Opportunities

About Cavallo

With more than 100 employees, Cavallo is one of West Michigan’s largest, fastest-growing software companies. We’re seeking the self-motivated, the hard-working, the problem solvers, and the dedicated to join our team of experts. We're focused on helping businesses grow, expand, or reshape how they do things by approaching each and every problem with energy, creativity, and confidence. Ingenuity, adaptation, and evolution are at the core for us at Cavallo.

Our Grand Rapids-based headquarters is focused on helping change the way organizations do business through our software products, customizations, expertise, and support. Our enterprise software solutions work with leading business applications and integrate with a wide range of apps and platforms. Cavallo has been in the business of helping manufacturing and distribution companies increase productivity and efficiency since 2003. We got our start when a small business owner tasked a software developer with transforming a pile of clipboards and legal pads into a streamlined, efficient inventory management system. We have been sharing ideas and innovating ever since.

At Cavallo, we're always looking for talented individuals to join our team of professionals. We believe our success is built on the abilities of our employees, and we strive to create a challenging and rewarding environment where all individuals are respected and encouraged to grow. Reach out to us today!