What are the responsibilities and job description for the Project Management Officer position at Nesco Resource?

Nesco is seeking a Project Management Officer to join our client's team at their Wilton, CT. This is a 10 month contract position with potential to become permanent based on business needs.

JOB MISSION :

In search of a talented and motivated project management professional to work with all levels of the organization to ensure best in class triple constraint management of product delivery. The objective is to help accomplish our cross-business line objectives by defining, building and implementing various project management strategies and methodologies. The ideal candidate will have exceptional stakeholder management skills and a proven record of bringing structure, stepping up and taking initiative.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES :

Perform quantitative and qualitative assessments such as stakeholder analysis and project risk assessments on triple constraints of project teams to drive development of data-driven strategies for improving portfolio management.
Develop and manage the execution of fit-for-purpose project management applications and plans to accelerate project progress; collaborate across program and technical teams to remain integrated with broader program plans.
Develop and manage execution of leadership alignment plans to drive buy-in.
Work closely with project team and leadership to develop and drive consistent key program messaging and content.
Plan, develop, and work with PMO team lead to deliver communications and efficient engagement activities regarding PM methodologies, driving understanding about key areas.
Setup and drive a structured Financial and Resource Management process for your portfolio that incorporates a long-term outlook (5y), annual budget round (2y), monthly adjustments and day-to-day budget transparency.
Evolve and drive the stage gate project management process for new product initiatives and developments.
Measure effectiveness of your value-add and evolve plans as needed to best drive adoption and reduce risk of initiatives.
Regularly report on activity status to leadership; work with PMO leadership to escalate and resolve risks and issues.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Master’s and / or Bachelor’s degree combined in Project Management, Business Management, Finance, Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience.

Professional with 5 years of relevant experience in project management and / or change management and / or communications related to strategic transformations.

Undergraduate degree in business, finance, project management, change management, organization effectiveness or communications required;

MBA or graduate degree preferred.

PMI certification or equivalent (e.g. CAPM, PMP, IPMA, Lean, Six Sigma, Scrum) is a plus.

Experience and / or knowledge of AGILE / JIRA is a plus.

Experience with building business cases, needs assessments, and requirement gathering.

Experience as a project lead or associate of large and complex projects.

Expert knowledge in the area of Project Management, data analysis, budgeting and finance, and supportive tooling / applications.

Experience managing and deploying change.

Excellent proficiency in MS PowerPoint and MS Excel; with prior MS Project preferred.

SKILLS :

Must be able to read and interpret data, information and documents.

Strong customer focus and commitment to customer satisfaction through prioritization, quality, efficiency and professionalism.

Ability to complete assignments with attention to detail and high degree of accuracy.

Proven ability to perform effectively in a demanding environment with changing workloads and deadlines.

Result driven-demonstrate ownership and accountability.

Work according to a strict set of procedures within the provided timelines.

Strong decision-enabling presence and the ability to work with and influence senior leaders.

Strategic thinker with the ability to make connections across workstreams and matrixed organizations.

Superior project management skills with demonstrated experience successfully managing a cross-functional or cross-departmental team on a complex project.

Extremely high attention to detail with exceptional writing and editing skills.

Ability to generate and execute creative ideas related to making communications engaging and distinctive.

Ability to work well under pressure and effectively and professionally navigate tough situations.

Demonstrated ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team, but also be a self-starter.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION :

10 month contract assignment; potential to become permanent

Target start date March 3rd

1st shift, Monday – Friday (8 hour days)

Work requires access to controlled technologies

Pay range : $43 - 53 / hour depending on education / experience

Nesco Resource and affiliates (Lehigh G.I.T Inc, and Callos Resource, LLC) is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics with respect to employment opportunities.

Salary : $43 - $53

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