What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Manager position at LHH?
Project Manager
Summary :
The Project Manager :
Manages, plans, and coordinates activities of projects to ensure that goals or objectives of projects are accomplished within prescribed time frame and funding parameters.
Reviews project proposals or plans to determine time frame, funding limitations, procedures for accomplishing projects, staffing requirements, and allotment of available resources to various phases of projects.
Establishes work plans and multi-disciplinary staffing for each phase of a project and arranges for recruitment or assignment of project personnel.
Leads the successful onboarding of new products, equipment and customers and adheres to established schedules, specifications, and budgets.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Includes the following
Oversee and coordinate the successful on-boarding of new products, equipment, customers, and programs.
Confer with project staff to outline work plan and to assign duties, responsibilities, and scope of authority.
Direct and coordinate activities of project personnel to ensure project progresses on schedule and within prescribed budget.
Collaborate with Product Engineering to prepare cost estimates and budgets for new programs, considering equipment costs, installation expenses, and ongoing maintenance requirements.
Confer with project personnel to provide technical advice and to resolve problems.
Review status reports prepared by project personnel and modified schedules or plans as required.
Identify and manage risks and issues to ensure that projects are delivered on time, within budget and in line with customers’ expectations.
Communicate regularly with customers and vendors to arrange meetings, confirm program schedules, and identify and discuss any potential project problems.
Manage subcontractors and their workforce.
Prepare project reports for management, client, or others.
Communicate with management on a regular basis regarding the status of the project(s), risk, or issues.
Forecast potential schedule delays and develop alternate plans to support initial commitment.
Participate in customer meetings as required.
Participate in strategy and planning sessions focusing on expanding products and services.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualification Requirements :
Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills.
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
Project management skills and the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently.
Effective communication skills for collaborating with cross-functional teams, clients, and stakeholders.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment.
Education and / or Experience :
Bachelor’s degree in related field required.
PMP Certification - Project Management Professional Certification
Five (5) plus years of related experience required.
Experience in rollout of Metal Fabrication Products, Equipment or Tooling (e.g. roll forming, stamping, extrusion, machining, welding) a plus.
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