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Overview Project Manager Our leaders shape strategic initiatives, develop passionate teams, and ... Key Relationships Reports to: Director-Operational Excellence Direct Reports: None Candidate ...

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Manage project scope, schedules, budgets, contracts, staffing, and overall financial performance ... awards, and other key project milestones. * Coordinate regulatory approvals, permits, agency ...

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The Project Manager will be responsible for maintaining key project performance indicators including milestone schedules, weekly status reports, and project objectives/goals. Why This Role Matters ...

SAP Project Manager

Indianapolis, IN · Hybrid

$229K - $310K/yr

Yes SAP Project Manager Contribute to the success of key project initiatives and support meaningful mission outcomes as an SAP Project Manager at GDIT. In this role, you'll help drive highquality ...

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Communicate project goals and status with key project stakeholders and job site personnel * Monitor, control, and report on financial performance of each project managed from start to job completion

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Confer Inc. is seeking an experienced Project Manager to manage the organization of key projects and accomplish project objectives by planning and evaluating project activities. The ideal candidate ...

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Key Project Manager information

What is a key project manager?

Key Project Managers are professionals responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing critical projects within an organization. They manage timelines, resources, budgets, and teams to ensure that project goals are met efficiently and effectively. Key Project Managers often handle high-priority or high-impact projects that are essential to the company's success, requiring strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. They also serve as the main point of contact between stakeholders and project teams, ensuring alignment and addressing any issues that arise.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a key project manager, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Key Project Manager, you need expertise in project planning, budgeting, risk management, and a solid background in your industry, often supported by a bachelor's degree and relevant experience. Familiarity with project management tools like Microsoft Project, Jira, or Asana, along with certifications such as PMP or PRINCE2, is highly valuable. Exceptional leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you motivate teams and manage stakeholder expectations effectively. These skills and qualities are crucial for delivering projects on time, within scope, and to the satisfaction of clients and stakeholders.

What are some common challenges key project managers face when leading cross-functional teams?

Key Project Managers often navigate the complexities of aligning diverse teams with varying priorities and expertise. One common challenge is ensuring clear communication and managing expectations among stakeholders from different departments. Additionally, balancing resource allocation and resolving conflicts quickly are essential to keeping projects on track. Successful Key Project Managers develop strong negotiation and interpersonal skills to foster collaboration and drive projects to completion.

What is the difference between Key Project Manager vs Project Coordinator?

AspectKey Project ManagerProject Coordinator
CertificationsPMP, CAPM, or similar project management certificationsLess likely to require formal certifications, but may have basic project management or administrative certifications
Work EnvironmentLeads projects, manages teams, and oversees project executionSupports project teams, handles administrative tasks, and coordinates activities
ResponsibilitiesPlanning, executing, and closing projects; managing budgets and teamsScheduling, communication, and supporting project tasks

The Key Project Manager focuses on leading projects, managing teams, and ensuring project success, often requiring certifications like PMP. In contrast, the Project Coordinator provides administrative support, coordinates activities, and assists the project team. Both roles are essential but differ in scope and responsibilities within project management.

What cities in Indiana are hiring for Key Project Manager jobs?

Cities in Indiana with the most Key Project Manager job openings:

Manager, Project Controls

Indianapolis, IN

Cushman & Wakefield
Real Estate • 10K+ employees

Full-time

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Job description

Job Title

Manager, Project Controls

Job Description Summary

Job Description Summary
The Project Controls Manager (PCM) will support project and program management efforts with the development and analysis of project budgets, costs, schedules, earned value, risk management and delivery status.  The PCM will participate and drive the planning, tracking, forecasting, analysis and reporting on cost and schedule information for projects and programs of varying size and complexity.  The PCM will provide key support to project and program management efforts monitoring project progress, coordinating and tracking cost and schedule data and identifying key project delivery risks and issues.  Depending upon project or program size, the PCM may have multiple cost and schedule positions report into her or him.

Job Description

Job Description Summary

The Project Controls Manager (PCM) will support project and program management efforts with the development and analysis of project budgets, costs, schedules, earned value, risk management and delivery status.  The PCM will participate and drive the planning, tracking, forecasting, analysis and reporting on cost and schedule information for projects and programs of varying size and complexity.  The PCM will provide key support to project and program management efforts monitoring project progress, coordinating and tracking cost and schedule data and identifying key project delivery risks and issues.  Depending upon project or program size, the PCM may have multiple cost and schedule positions report into her or him.

POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:

  • Establish the Project Controls program and deliverables to be used on large scale capital programs (tools, technology, processes and procedures)
  • Lead effort to provide detailed analysis to the project manager, client, CM, engineering or other 3rd parties on cost risk, issues, and/or mitigations
  • Work closely with Project Managers and Schedulers to develop and maintain cost and resource loaded project schedules
  • Coordinate with Project Managers and other stakeholders to ensure project financial data is complete and supports project completion to plan
  • Develop and maintain project budgets, forecasts, cost plans, and other financial information
  • Review, validate and update as necessary, individual project and program level financial forecasts on a monthly basis
  • Gather project financial information and data from key project stakeholders
  • Analyze project financial trends by comparing budget against actual and forecast data; provide recommendations and guidance to the Project Manager
  • Attend and participate in project status meetings
  • Manage information and data within various software and databases
REQUIRED SKILLS & RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Experience performing budgeting, cost management, planning, estimating, scheduling and other project controls functions over engineering, procurement, and construction for Opex and Capex construction projects of varying size and complexity
  • Knowledge of project control fundamentals with superior analytical skills
  • Expertise in financial analysis, schedule analysis, modeling and budgeting methodologies
  • Coordinate with senior leadership on communications of Project Controls information with stakeholders
  • Advanced analytics and data manipulation skills
  • Demonstrated success working in a fast-paced, multi-stakeholder environment
  • Understanding of project management and business processes and systems
  • Ability to collaborate with various stakeholders at varied levels with different leadership styles
  • Detail oriented with strong organizational, critical thinking, and analytical skills
  • Ability to facilitate meetings including preparation of agendas, presentations, meeting minutes, action items, and other meeting documentation
  • Ensure a high level of accuracy and customer service is delivered by team members
  • Make recommendations for developing and improving project control and finance processes
  • Respond to inquiries regarding special financial reporting requests
  • At the completion of the project, develop and ensure recording of the project’s historical cost information and “lessons learned” for future use.
  • Performed other duties as assigned
  • Advanced skills in MS Excel
  • Familiarity with G Suite Tools
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE
  • Experience in Hospitals, Life Science cGMP projects or Lab experience is preferred
  • Knowledge of P6, MS Project, Procore, Clarizen, Smartsheet, or other scheduling software including use of dependencies, cost loading, resource loading, resource leveling
  • Experience developing variance reports including supporting narratives
  • Experience developing, enhancing, and implementing processes and tools
  • Experience with SAP and WBS structures
  • Experience supporting change management associated with implementing forecasting processes
  • Ability and desire to coach, mentor and develop team members
MINIMUM EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE
  • Bachelor’s degree in project management, business, or an engineering field
  • 10+ years’ relevant work experience in the construction or engineering field

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Cushman & Wakefield provides equal employment opportunity. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative​ Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without  regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

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