Project Manager Jobs in Shiloh, IL (NOW HIRING)

The Project Manager has responsibility for key IT and company-wide projects, with significant budgets, large and functionally diverse project teams, and aggressive schedules. This responsibility will be focused on meeting project commitments including but not limited to creation and maintenance of the project plan, communication with stakeholders, conflict resolution, resource allocation and delivery of the finished project. Additionally, the Project Manager will assist in bridging the gap between IT and the business by assessing processes, determining requirements, and delivering data-driven recommendations.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, planning, testing and implementation of complex projects, affecting many stakeholders.
  • Facilitate the definition of project scope, objectives and success measures in the form of business cases.
  • Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project estimates, resource/communication/risk plans, and status reports utilizing the BAB project methodology.
  • Manage project budget and create all project artifacts as required by the BAB project methodology.
  • Proactively engage project stakeholders. Work cross functionally to solve problems. Identify and mitigate project risks.
  • Create a strong sense of project ownership among team members.
  • Communicate project status routinely and effectively with project sponsors, stakeholders, and the organization.
  • Facilitate the change management process throughout the lifecycle of the project.
  • Participate in quality audits on project deliverables.
• Assist the business in current state process definition and future state process design.
  • Assist in bridging the gap between IT and the business by assessing processes, determining requirements and delivering data-driven recommendations.
• Support the mission of the BAB PMO and work within the PMO to enhance BAB’s project management process
  • Work collaboratively with PMO Director and other PMs to refine and maintain BAB project management standards and practices.
  • Work collaboratively with PMO Director and other PMs to refine and maintain basic PM training for business use on small projects.
  • Maintain general awareness of projects in the portfolio, and their impact on the business.
  • Advocate for and communicate the value of project management to the business.
  • Participate in outside professional activities to stay in touch with best practices and developments in project management.
• Serve as a resource for project management education and training as needed in various parts of the organization.
  • Equip non-project managers to locate and utilize the BAB project management process and templates.
  • Equip the organization to embrace an agile project management methodology.
  • Foster and maintain effective relationships throughout the business.
  • Develop and understanding of the core process and functions in all areas of the business.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and formal project management training (PMI or similar)
• 3+ years of experience in Project management in both IT and Non-IT settings.
• Experience planning, leading, organizing, and motivating Agile project teams.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and Project Management Professional Certification (PMP). Agile/Scrum certification.
• 7+ years of experience in Project management in both IT and Non-IT settings.
• Experience using Smartsheet and Jira to manage projects.
• Experience planning, leading, organizing, and motivating Agile project teams.

Behavioral Traits for Success:

• Drive, determination and a self-disciplined approach to achieving results
• Ability to develop new ideas, systems, and technology while analyzing and improving old ones
• Natural ability to spot and correct errors
• On time & on budget delivery and achievements of business objectives
• Focus on communication and organizational relationships
• Can translate abstract concepts, systems, and ideas into tangible plans, deliverables, and outcomes
• Organized self-disciplined approach to producing timely results that are high quality and accurate
• Organized self-disciplined approach to producing timely results that are high quality and accurate
• Demonstrates a sense of urgency and assures consistent achievement of quality standards

Working Environment:

• Typical office environment with climate control and sufficient lighting, ergonomic desk/chairs
• Corporate Office located St. Louis, MO
• Hybrid working environment

Corporate Standards:

• Transparent communication - explain your methods, how data is used and applied.
• Available and willing to address concerns and questions.
• Trust your teammates and work together to achieve common goals. Seek the opinions of others. Take accountability for your actions.
• Acknowledge success, recognize individual and team contributions, and have fun along the way.

Your Performance Will Measured On:

• Project Timelines: The ability to consistently meet project deadlines and milestones
• Budget Management: Effective management of project budgets, ensuring projects are completed within budgetary constraints.
• Risk Management: The capability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, reducing the impact of unforeseen issues.
• Quality of Deliverables: Ensuring that project deliverables meet or exceed quality standards and client expectations.
• Communication Effectiveness: maintaining clear and open communication channels with all project; ability to communicate complex issues in a clear and concise manner
• Stakeholder Feedback