Title: Project Manager I
Location: Alameda, CA
Duration: 12+ Months
List 3-5 Hard Requirements For The Role
- Project Management Certification: A PMP (Project Management Professional) or similar certification ensures they have the foundational knowledge and skills.
- Experience in Process Transformation: Proven track record in managing and executing process transformation projects, ideally within a similar industry.
- Stakeholder Management Skills: Demonstrated ability to work with and manage expectations of various stakeholders, including executives, team members, and external partners.
- Proficiency in Project Management Tools: Expertise in using tools like Microsoft Project, JIRA, power BI for tracking progress, managing tasks, and reporting.
- Strong Analytical and Presentation Skills: Ability to create and present detailed dashboards and status.
Daily Tasks/duties And Department Interactions
- Stakeholder Meetings: Conducting regular meetings with stakeholders to discuss project progress, address concerns, and align on goals.
- Team Coordination: Leading and coordinating cross-functional teams to ensure tasks are completed on time and within scope.
- Status Reporting: Creating and updating project status reports, dashboards, and presentations for different levels of the organization.
- Risk Management: Identifying potential risks and developing mitigation strategies to keep the project on track.
- Resource Allocation: Managing resources effectively to ensure the project has the necessary support and tools.
- Process Improvement: Continuously analyzing and improving project processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Documentation: Maintaining comprehensive project documentation, including plans, schedules, and meeting minutes.
- Tracking program budget
List Top 3 Skills You Are Looking For
- Leadership and Communication: The ability to lead cross-functional teams and communicate effectively with stakeholders at all levels.
- Analytical Thinking: Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze complex data to make informed decisions.
- Project Management Expertise: Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools to ensure projects are delivered on time and within scope.
- Years of experience required: Min. 4 years of relevant experience in project management, with a significant portion of that time spent on process transformation or similar initiatives.
Required Education Level/certifications
- Bachelor’s Degree: In Business Administration, Management, Engineering, or a related field.
- Project Management Certification: PMP (Project Management Professional) or PRINCE2 certification.
Soft Skills
- Communication: The ability to clearly convey ideas, expectations, and feedback to team members and stakeholders.
- Leadership: Inspiring and motivating the team, while also providing guidance and support.
- Adaptability: Being flexible and open to change, especially in dynamic environments.
- Problem-Solving: Quickly identifying issues and developing effective solutions.
- Emotional Intelligence: Understanding and managing one’s own emotions, as well as empathizing with others to build strong relationships.
Technical Skills
- Project Management Tools: Proficiency in tools like Microsoft Project, JIRA, Asana, or Trello for planning, tracking, and reporting.
- Agile Methodologies: Understanding of Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and tools (e.g., Jira Agile) to manage iterative project cycles.
- Risk Management: Knowledge of risk management techniques and tools to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
List any preferred requirements that would stand out on a resume:
- Advanced Degree: master’s degree in business administration (MBA) or a related field.
- Lean Six Sigma Certification: Demonstrates expertise in process improvement methodologies.
- Experience with Agile Methodologies: Familiarity with Agile frameworks like Scrum or Kanban.
- Technical Proficiency:
- Knowledge of data analysis tools such as SQL, Tableau, or Power BI.
- Change Management Experience: Proven ability to manage organizational change and drive adoption of new.
- Additional Certifications (preferred but not always required): Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or Black Belt)
- Agile certifications such as Certified Scrum Master (CSM) or PMI-ACP (Agile Certified Practitioner)
- A PMP (Project Management Professional) certification
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