Manager Project Management - Zobility

Job Description:

• The manager will be responsible for all stages of the job from initiation of the contract to job close. Including ensuring execution during the engineering, design, and fabrication stages of awarded contracts.

Duties:

• Lead and manage a team of project managers, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure their success.
• Responsible for all commercial and administrative requirements of Projects
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product development, sales, and marketing, to define project goals, scope, and deliverables.
• Monitor project progress, identify potential risks or roadblocks, and implement proactive measures to mitigate them.
• Establish and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and vendors to ensure effective communication and alignment throughout the project lifecycle.
• Oversee project budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring efficient utilization of resources and adherence to financial targets.
• Conduct regular project reviews and performance evaluations to identify areas for improvement and implement corrective actions.
• Develop and execute project plans, including defining scope, goals, deliverables, and resource requirements.
• Facilitate effective communication and collaboration among team members promoting a positive and productive work environment.
• Conduct project status meetings, providing regular updates to stakeholders and senior management.
• Conduct post-project reviews and lessons learned sessions to identify areas for improvement and incorporate best practices into future projects.
• Monitor and track project progress and lead the project team throughout the project lifecycle (design, fabrication installation)
• Ability to follow all company procedures with regards to project reporting and client interface including:
• Financial/Operations Reviews, Project Planning, Procurement Planning, Budgeting, Staffing and Quality Management
• Work with Quality groups as required to support project and departmental requirements.
• Assist with proposal development and review prior to contract award.
• Provide technical assistance and problem resolution.
• Coordinate project activities to comply with all design codes, safety regulations, government, and regulatory agencies.
• Review and apply project specifications to engineering, design and fabrication efforts.
• Review, understand and interpret Customer specifications and contract requirements.
• Manage Customer and internal documents through the Document Management System
• Coordinate material/purchasing requirements, develop requisitions and approve vendor selections.
• Establish and maintain process for cost control, cost forecasting, planning/scheduling, change management, and reporting on projects.

Requirements:

• 5 years of relevant business and management background.
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Proficient in budgeting and financial management.
• Intimate understanding of the market, product/service offerings and customer base.
• Proficient in stakeholder management and relationship building.
• Proficient in project management methodologies and tools.
• Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills.
• Ability to adapt to changing circumstances and manage ambiguity.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong interpersonal and communication (oral and written) skills.
• Customer focus while being able to keep business and the customer's interests in balance during disputes.
• Logical problem-solving skills, outstanding organizational skills and dedication to quality and integrity. Proven ability to quickly assess complex issues and identify root causes/key success factors.
• The ability to interact with diverse global cultures and demonstrate effective communication skills with associates, suppliers, and customers in various business functions.
• Computer literate in Microsoft Office Software including Word, Excel, PowerPoint.
• Experience working with ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning), CRM and other technology tools.

Preferred:

• 10 years' experience in project management
• Proven management of subordinate project managers with span of control across multiple product lines or industries.
• Project Management Certification
• Knowledge of fabricating and assembling heavy industrial products.
• Experience in lean manufacturing and/or continuous improvement environment.
• Experience working in a matrix organization where influence, indirect leadership and compelling ideas are used to accomplish organizational objectives.
• Experience working in a sales representative network.

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in business, Engineering, or related field