Entry Project Manager Jobs in Kentucky (NOW HIRING)

JOB SUMMARY:
The Manager, Project Management Office (PMO) supports the departmental leaders and leads the application of project management methodology and culture. This position will lead the following.
• Project scheduling standardization efforts.
• Project Management Information System (PMIS) implementation and maintenance.
• Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) implementation and maintenance.
• Creation and management of business standard operating procedures.
• Management of enterprise business training program.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
• Creates and maintains (with assistance from departmental leaders) business standard operating procedures.
• Ensures adherence to enterprise policies and procedures and PMO methodologies, guidelines, and practices.
• Oversees maintenance of enterprise program / project controls tools, techniques, methodologies, processes, and procedures.
• Supports the integration of enterprise project controls tools with financial, procurement, quality, and reporting systems.
• Supports the development of the annual Project Management Dept budget.
• Oversees deployment of enterprise Project Management Information System (PMIS) tool, methodologies, and systems.
• Ensures consistent application of an effective project management methodology and tools across the business.
• Perform business dashboard reporting with regard to resources: resource leveling, utilization forecasts, and integrated program/project analysis.
• Oversees implementation of processes and products to increase project management effectiveness.
• Interfaces with senior managers/leaders to provide strategic and tactical advice on program /project planning and execution.
• Oversees coaching and mentoring of project team members in the use of project management tools and processes and develops training standards for project managers.
• Oversees risk management and change order management process.
• Maintains a master status list of all projects and provides "dashboard" reports and analysis to senior leadership.
• Supports the development of effective program / project tools to aid in process standardization (project audits, reports, templates, knowledge management tools such as a "Lessons Learned" library, and intranet).
• Facilitates resolution of multi-project resource and integration conflicts.
• Lead the development and maintenance of a robust Sales and Operations Planning (S&OP) process.
• Lead the business scheduling standardization, ensuring that the project schedule templates meet both the internal and external customer requirements.
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
• Combination of office and job site settings
• Collaborative, engaging and success driven culture
• Some travel required
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.
• Sitting for prolonged periods of time when in office
• Standing and walking for prolonged periods of time when at a jobsite
• Climbing may be required when working at a job site
• Repetitive typing/data entry
• Lifting up to 10 pounds
WORK SCHEDULE:
This position works in office when not traveling. General office hours are M-F, 7a-4p or 8a-5p. Working hours will vary when working at a job site to meet the requirements as needed.
It is the policy of Sortation Labs, LLC to provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, ?physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, pregnancy or pregnancy-related condition, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, citizenship status (if authorized to work in the U.S.), ?or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. In addition, Sortation Labs, LLC will provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES:
• Management skills as it relates to the administration of departmental goals and objectives.
• Ability to express complex technical concepts effectively, both verbally and in writing, to diverse groups of people.
• Strong leadership, facilitation, negotiation, mentoring and personnel management skills.
• Thorough knowledge of project management principles and practices.
• Strong knowledge of the use and application of project controls systems and tools.
• Understanding of the use and application of business information and reporting systems.
• Thorough knowledge of the company's industry.
• Knowledge of the strategic and operational issues of the project or business unit.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS:
• Bachelor's degree, or equivalent, in related area; years of relative experience will be considered for education.
• 5+ years' experience in a PMO position and/or industrial engineering field.
• MS Office (Proficient in Excel)
• Understanding the importance of building and maintaining accurate project schedules
• Legally authorized to work in the United States