LOCATION, Michigan (MUST reside in Michigan and able to work onsite when needed). NOT eligible for relocation or travel expenses; A minimum requirement for this position is the ability to work legally in the United States. No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position.

Project Manager

Manage short and long-term projects and departmental initiatives. Develop project plans and schedules, assemble, and manage project teams, identify project tasks and timeframes, and communicate progress to stakeholders. In addition, apply project management methodology and tools, as well as expert negotiating talents to resolve problems and facilitate the achievement of outcomes.

Experience

5+ years project management, business, IT/IS team leadership or related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience

We are looking for more hands-on type experience and less strategic/planning.

Demonstrates an understanding of and applies knowledge in all phases of the project delivery lifecycle

Understanding of Scrum / Agile methodology preferred

Understanding and working knowledge of data collection, integration, processing, and management practices

Principal Responsibilities

Manage a variety of project types (minor, major, some complex projects)

Direct and manage project throughout the entire project lifecycle

Define project scope, goals and deliverables that support business objectives in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders

Develop full-scale project schedules/timelines and associated communication documents

Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion

Estimate the resources needed to achieve project goals

Negotiate with resource managers to acquire the resources necessary to produce the project on time and within budget (if applicable); determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants (if necessary) during project lifecycle

Set and continually manage project expectations with sponsors, team members, and stakeholders

Delegate tasks and responsibilities to appropriate project personnel

Identify and resolve issues and conflicts within the project team

Identify, track, and resolve issues related to the project throughout its lifecycle

Determine the frequency and content of status reports from the project team, analyze results, and troubleshoot problem areas

Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential issues, and devise contingency plan

Identify, communicate, and manage risk

Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members, contractors and influence them to take positive action and accountability for their assigned work

Build, develop, and grow any business relationships vital to the success of the project

Understand all aspects of the projects according to project management methodologies, standards and best practices as set by the Project Management Office

Successfully engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously

Other duties as assigned

Education/Certification

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience from which comparable knowledge and job skills can be obtained

Competencies

Attention to detail

Strong organizational skills

Communication

A minimum requirement for this position is the ability to work legally in the United States No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process. In addition, NO C2C or 3rd parties please.