Engineering Project Manager

Engineering Project Manager

Tempe, AZ, USA Req #4137 Monday, October 14, 2024

Job Summary

The Project Manager performs a wide range of functions to deliver assigned projects using Value Analysis Value Engineering (VAVE) and including planning, development, scheduling, budgeting, and implementation.

This position plans, coordinates, administers, and manages capital projects, specialized projects, small projects, and programs as assigned.

The Project Manager utilizes project management planning tools and key project process groups (initiation, planning, execution, monitor / control, and closing).

This position provides administrative, professional, and technical assistance to facility leadership, staff, and customers and supports continuous improvement efforts in manufacturing and engineering.

Essential Job Functions

• Serves as the project lead for fast-paced initiatives across various areas of the division to improve product costs, new product development, and manufacturing-related projects.
• Oversees the planning, maintenance, monitoring, and implementation of multiple projects and within approved P&L. Identify and eliminate potential risks and barriers to successful implementation.
• Develops and maintains a detailed project schedule which includes administrative tasks and all areas involved in the project.
• Seeks information and input to fully understand the cause of project problems. Performs project analyses and conduct root cause analysis to offer recommendations for process improvement and problem resolution.
• Develops project ideas, identify goals and scopes, and create a detailed project plan. Plan resources, allocate resources, and manage project schedules.
• Sets project deadlines, work with department leads to coordinate deliverables, and monitor progress to ensure projects stay timely.
• Leads the facility through pertinent and timely communications to complete and facilitate projects to meet the desired goals.
• Compiles project summary documents and manage a project repository for communication, compliance, and recordkeeping, as defined by the project management best practices.
• Coordinates and participate in cross-functional meetings as they pertain to assigned projects and project requirements.
• Provides feedback into staff performance evaluations and objectives in the project management space.
• Recommends additional resources that would improve effectiveness and assists other project team members with accessing required resources.
• Build knowledge about internal and external customers to make confident decisions, prioritize work, drive problem solving, and take ownership of consequences.
• Demonstrates understanding of the strategic direction of the organization and performs in a manner which is congruent with the organization's mission, vision, values, and policies.
• Other duties as assigned or requested by facility leadership.
• This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee.

Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Employees are expected and encouraged to participate in safety and health program activities including immediately reporting hazards, immediately reporting unsafe work practices and incidents to supervisors, wearing required personal protective equipment, and participating in and supporting safety committee activities.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Accounting, or similar field is required.
• Master’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Accounting, or similar field is preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification is required. May be in the process of acquiring a PMP certification to be considered.
• 3+ years of experience in project management or contract administration for capital projects is required.
• 2+ years of experience supervising employees, consultants, and / or contractors.

Competencies Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Proven experience in project management with the ability to lead project teams to complete projects, on time and within or under budget
• Strong understanding of formal project management methodologies to implement and execute industry-standard processes
• Proficient in Microsoft : Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Microsoft Project, and Microsoft Teams
• Ability to navigate through ambiguity, using multiple data points to analyze issues, to achieve successful project outcomes
• Budget management experience
• Strong attention to detail and interpersonal and communication skills
• Excellent organization, planning, and analytical skills

Operational Equipment

Standard office hardware and software.

Work Environment

Fast-paced up to 8 hours per day. Exposure to loud noise. Functional vision and hearing required.

Physical Demands

Physical strength to lift 30 pounds, stamina, and the ability to walk or stand for long periods of time.

The Hillman Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and will not discriminate against an applicant or employee on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability, protected veteran or military status, genetic information, citizenship status, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, or any other legally recognized protected basis under federal, state or local laws, regulations or ordinances.

The information collected by this application is solely to determine suitability for employment, verify identity and maintain employment statistics on applicants.

Other details

• Job Family Program Mgmt
• Job Function ENG : Innovation
• Pay Type Salary
• Tempe, AZ, USA

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