WSP Project Manager

JOB PURPOSE:

This role will manage projects within the organization, that have primarily team-facing, and occasional client-facing responsibilities to enable the successful delivery of strategic projects.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.
• Develop project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Develop a detailed project plan to track progress.
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs.
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques.
• Report and escalate to management as needed.
• Manage the relationship with the client and project stakeholders.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

SUPERVISORY/MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES:

None

COMPETENCIES:

• Interpersonal skills: Interact and influence at all levels of the organization including executive leadership, cross-functional teams, and third parties.
• Project Management: Initiate, plan, execute, control, and oversee the work of a team to achieve specific goals and meet specific success criteria.
• Communication: Articulate complex matters and effectively express ideas and information in a clear and organized manner, so it is understood by others, both orally and in writing. Speak professionally with various levels of individuals to build strong professional relationships.
• Organization and task prioritization: Able to effectively prioritize tasks to allow for work with clear objectives and ensure that all efforts are directed and aligned with the company’s goals.
• Business Acumen: Understanding business implications of decisions; working through business situations resulting in positive outcomes and improved financial performance.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Associate degree or High School Diploma or Equivalent with PMP Certification

Experience and/or Training:

• Minimum 5 years of project management in a manufacturing environment.
• Experience using and understanding various software development and production technologies, i.e. Oracle, Insight2020, SAP, Great Plaines, Sage Intact, Hub Spot, Salesforce.
• Experience using and understanding various Project Management software, i.e. Smart Sheets, Microsoft Project, Jira.

Licenses/Certificates:

Technology/Equipment: Proficiency working in Microsoft Office Suite.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Bachelor’s Degree in business

Experience and/or Training:

Licenses/Certificates: Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Technology/Equipment: Insight2020

PHYSICAL AND MENTAL DEMANDS:

Sitting for long periods of time, 6-8 hours per day. Walking, speaking, hearing seeing. Listen and observe the environment for hazard prevention. Use hands for tools and typing. Semi-frequently lift up to 15 lbs. Some tasks may require employee to bend, stoop, twist, and turn.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

Indoor office working environment. Office is temperature-controlled all year round. Minimal hazards identified.