Project Manager

Director, Finance

Duration - 6 Months
Location - Irvine, CA 92606
Pay Range - $95 to $115/hour

**Hybrid, 4 days per week onsite is preferred**

Summary:
The main function of a non-IT program manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project.

Job Responsibilities:
* Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
* Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
* Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
* Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
* Confer with management, production and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
* Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.

Skills:
* Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
* Ability to work independently and manage one's time.
* Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
* Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
* Knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.

Education/Experience:
* Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
* PMI or PMP certification preferred.
* 5-7 years experience required.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, medical condition, genetic information, pregnancy, or military or veteran status. We consider all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws, including the California Fair Chance Act, City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance.