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eProductivity Software

UT

Own project manager allocation and capacity planning across all engagements * Partner with regional/resource managers to optimize consultant and solution architect utilization * Ensure work is ...

Pennant Services

PMO Manager

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Pennant is looking for a strategic, peoplefocused PMO Manager to build and lead our IT Project Management Office. This is a highimpact role responsible for creating the frameworks, processes, and ...

E2 Optics

Project Manager

Salt Lake City, UT

... Project Management Position Type Full-Time Location Type Onsite Why E2 Optics? Step Into the Future ... with E2 Optics! Are you ready to elevate your career with an award-winning, Woman-Owned technology ...

Kiongroup

Sr. Project Manager

Salt Lake City, UT

Organization and management of the project team and resources. * Ensuring that customer and partner concerns are addressed and resolved effectively by the line organizations. * Conducting all ...

Kiongroup

Sr. Project Manager

Salt Lake City, UT

Organization and management of the project team and resources. * Ensuring that customer and partner concerns are addressed and resolved effectively by the line organizations. * Conducting all ...

E2 Optics

Project Manager

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Minimum 5 years experience in commercial and/or data center construction and project management including the installation of standard cabling technologies, rack infrastructure and managing large ...

E2 Optics

Project Manager

Salt Lake City, UT · On-site

Minimum 5 years experience in commercial and/or data center construction and project management including the installation of standard cabling technologies, rack infrastructure and managing large ...

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What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Manager, Project Management, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Manager, Project Management, you need expertise in project planning, budgeting, risk management, and a relevant degree such as business or engineering, often supplemented by PMP or similar certifications. Familiarity with project management software like Microsoft Project, Asana, or Jira is typically required. Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills help you motivate teams and resolve challenges efficiently. These competencies ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope and budget, while maintaining stakeholder satisfaction.

How does a Manager of Project Management typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during a project's lifecycle?

A Manager of Project Management plays a central role in coordinating efforts among various departments such as engineering, marketing, finance, and operations throughout a project's lifecycle. They facilitate regular meetings, set clear expectations, and ensure that all stakeholders are aligned with project goals and timelines. Effective communication, conflict resolution, and adaptability are key as the manager navigates differing priorities and resource constraints. This collaborative approach helps ensure successful project delivery and fosters a culture of teamwork and accountability.

What are Manager Project Management roles?

A Manager Project Management oversees project managers and coordinates multiple projects within an organization. They are responsible for ensuring that projects align with business goals, are delivered on time, and stay within budget. Their duties often include leading project teams, managing resources, resolving issues, and communicating with stakeholders. This role requires strong leadership, organizational, and problem-solving skills. Typically, they report to senior management and play a key role in driving project success.

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

AspectManager Project ManagementProject Coordinator
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple projects, manages teams, and ensures project alignment with business goalsSupports project teams, assists with scheduling, and tracks project progress
Required CredentialsTypically requires a PMP certification, bachelor's degree, and experience in project managementOften requires a bachelor's degree; certifications like CAPM are common but not mandatory
Work EnvironmentLeads project teams, interacts with stakeholders, and manages budgetsWorks closely with project managers and teams, often in an administrative capacity

While both roles are essential in project execution, the Manager Project Management has a broader leadership role, overseeing multiple projects and teams, whereas the Project Coordinator provides vital support to ensure project tasks are completed on time. The Manager typically holds more advanced certifications and has greater responsibility for project success.

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Sentinel Manager Project Management 3 - 18641

Sentinel Manager Project Management 3 - 18641

Northrop Grumman Corporation

Roy, UT • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Northrop Grumman rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 336 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

103rd of 511 rated manufacturers

Job description

RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: Relocation assistance may be available
CLEARANCE REQUIRED FOR START: Yes
CLEARANCE TYPE: Secret
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the TimeDescription
At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible. Our employees are not only part of history, they're making history.
Northrop Grumman Defense Systems is seeking a Manager of Project Management 3. This position will support the Sentinel program and is located in Roy, UT.
What You'll Get To Do:
Manages a program or a function within the larger organizational unit, setting & operating to objectives & providing guidance to subordinates based on goals, objectives & company policy. Program Manager responsibilities include: planning, risk management, and project performance addressing cost, schedule, and technical quality for related Work Breakdown Structure (WBS) elements on a large system development-type contract or full responsibility for all aspects of program performance on a large technical services-type contract
Guidance Given, Assignments Received
  • Assignments are received in objective oriented terms. Provides guidance to subordinates based on organizational goals and company policy. Work is reviewed in terms of meeting the organizations objectives and schedules.
  • Knowledge and Technical Skills
  • Advanced level of understanding in a specialized field or general understanding of several diverse disciplines. Involves a broad grasp of involved practices and procedures

Decision Making
  • Regularly requires analysis of alternative courses of action. Decisions have risk/reward implications for program or area of influence
  • Direct Work Involvement
  • Responsible for all projects assigned to the organizational group. Advisor to lower level managers and exempt employees. Helps meet established schedules or resolve technical or operational problems. Typically accomplishes results through lower level(s) of mgmt or exempt employees.

Policy Involvement
  • Establishes operating procedures that affect organizational unit(s). Interprets, executes, and recommends modifications to organizational policies.
  • Establishes operating policies and procedures that affect subordinate organizational units.

Financial
  • Develops and administers budgets and standards of performance
  • Strategic Responsibility
  • Influences & impacts strategy through his/her role

Supervisory Relationships
  • Accomplishes results through subordinate supervisors, or exempt specialist employees. Subject to approval, modifies the organizational structure of centralized functions and units. Often responsible for managing a staff function of the company.

Operations Involvement / Direct Work Involvement
  • Responsible for all projects assigned to the organizational unit. Acts as an advisor to subordinate supervisors or staff members to meet schedules or resolve technical or operational problems.
  • Directly participates in establishing and administering many centralized functional projects. Develop and administers budgets, schedules, and performance standards.

Impact
  • Exerts influence in the development of overall objectives and long-range goals of the organization.
  • Erroneous decisions or recommendations would normally results in critical delays and modifications to projects or operations; cause substantial expenditure of additional time, human resources, and funds ; jeopardize future business activity.

Liaison
  • Frequent contact with equivalent level managers and customer representatives concerning projects, operational decisions, scheduling requirements, or contractual clarifications.
  • Conducts briefings and technical meetings for internal and external representatives

As a full-time employee of Northrop Grumman Defense Systems, you are eligible for our robust benefits package including:
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401k
- Educational Assistance
- Life Insurance
- Employee Assistance Programs & Work/Life Solutions
- Paid Time Off
- Health & Wellness Resources
- Employee Discounts
This positions standard work schedule is a 9/80. The 9/80 schedule allows employees who work a nine-hour day Monday through Thursday to take every other Friday off. This role may offer a competitive relocation assistance package.
You'll Bring These Qualifications:
  • Bachelor's degree and 8 years of related experience; master's degree and 6 years' experience or an additional 4 years of related experience in lieu of a degree.
  • Must have an active U.S. Government DoD Secret security within scope with an ability to obtain and maintain Special Access Program (SAP)
  • Demonstrated track record/ experience in project management/ execution
  • At least 2 years of program management, program integration, or program operations experience
  • At least 2 years of CAM/IPT experience on a contract with Earned Value requirements

These Qualifications Would be Nice to Have:
  • Ability to demonstrate independent creative thinking and schedule driven problem-solving capabilities
  • Advanced Program Management experience within the Aerospace and Defense industry
  • Prior experience with the Deterrence mission
  • Active TS clearance
  • Current/Active Special Program Access (SAP)

Primary Level Salary Range: $137,800.00 - $206,600.00
The above salary range represents a general guideline; however, Northrop Grumman considers a number of factors when determining base salary offers such as the scope and responsibilities of the position and the candidate's experience, education, skills and current market conditions.
Depending on the position, employees may be eligible for overtime, shift differential, and a discretionary bonus in addition to base pay. Annual bonuses are designed to reward individual contributions as well as allow employees to share in company results. Employees in Vice President or Director positions may be eligible for Long Term Incentives. In addition, Northrop Grumman provides a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, savings plan, Company paid holidays and paid time off (PTO) for vacation and/or personal business.
The application period for the job is estimated to be 20 days from the job posting date. However, this timeline may be shortened or extended depending on business needs and the availability of qualified candidates.
Northrop Grumman is an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. For our complete EEO and pay transparency statement, please visit http://www.northropgrumman.com/EEO. U.S. Citizenship is required for all positions with a government clearance and certain other restricted positions.

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At Northrop Grumman, our employees have incredible opportunities to work on revolutionary systems that impact people's lives around the world today, and for generations to come. Our pioneering and inventive spirit has enabled us to be at the forefront of many technological advancements in our nation's history - from the first flight across the Atlantic Ocean, to stealth bombers, to landing on the moon. We look for people who have bold new ideas, courage and a pioneering spirit to join forces to invent the future, and have fun along the way. Our culture thrives on intellectual curiosity, cognitive diversity and bringing your whole self to work - and we have an insatiable drive to do what others think is impossible.

Industry

Space research administration

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Falls Church, VA, US

Year founded

1939

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