Project Manager

Job-ID: 14755; Location(s): McPherson, KS 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY

Responsible for receiving project requests; reviewing literature/document requirements associated with projects; identifying project team, scope and requirements; developing and scheduling team responsibilities, project plans, budget, time-lines, resources, etc.; managing projects from onset through completion; providing project updates; identifying and tracking project issues; evaluating deliverables to ensure work meets specifications and quality; and provides project reports and updates.

 

 

JOB DESCRIPTION DETAILS

Project Planning

• Receives project requests; reviews literature/document requirements associated with projects; coordinates with cross-functional teams, including Product Managers, Marketing, Codes & Standards, etc. to establish business goals and strategies.
• Works with cross-functional teams to identify project team key players and determine project scope and requirements.
• Develops and schedules team responsibilities; technical/operation requirements; detailed project plans, project budget, time-lines, resources, etc. in order to accomplish project goals; continually follows up with team to ensure goals are achieved.

 

Project Management

• Manages projects, including leading project meetings; documents issues, action items, user requirements, or deliverables; updates project schedules and plans, project communications, budget tracking, etc.
• Identifies and tracks project issues, resolves issues where possible or escalates to higher management when needed; assesses and manages risks and drives mitigation activities.
• Evaluates deliverables prepared by team to ensure work meets specifications and maintains a high level of quality.
• Attends regularly scheduled meetings in order to provide project updates and information.
• Manages project from initial concept through final implementation, utilizing established guidelines and procedures. 
• Schedules and attends meetings with third-party professionals, including but not limited to engineers, code officials, etc. to establish business relationships and ensure projects are implemented according to specifications and guidelines.

 

Reporting

• Prepares and maintains project reports and status updates.

 

Other

• Attends meetings as required and/or assigned.
• Performs other duties as required and/or assigned.

 

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of computer programs including Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, Project, PowerPoint, and Visio
• Knowledge of engineering design and practices
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Excellent project management