Project Manager - EAC Product Development Solutions
Minneapolis, MN 55401
About the Job
Company Overview
Transforming the way companies Design, Manufacture, Connect to, and Service their products, EAC Product Development Solutions (EAC) is a complete source for your product development needs. EAC has been an industry leader for over 27 years and our experts help guide companies to achieve their strategic business goals and optimize their technology, systems, people, and processes for long-term success. Our capabilities span the world of Additive Manufacturing/3D printing and the entirety of the manufacturing process from design ideation to product engineering to manufacturing and services in the field.
EAC CULTURE: https://www.eacpds.com/culture/
POSITION Overview
The Project Manager will develop the project plan, facilitate cross functional teams, identify, and manage risks of software implementation projects with internal stakeholders and external customers. They are to lead and guide the work of technical staff and serve as the voice of the customer as it relates to customer expectations and objectives. They will monitor and control the progress to assure deadlines, standards, and cost targets are met. Written and verbal communication skills are essential to project management as well as organization and leadership. Over the course of a project, the Project Manager will be accountable to adhere to the project timeline and the project scope and redirect as needed.
Job DescriptionResponsibilities, skills, and knowledge may be representative, but not all-inclusive of those commonly associated with the position.
- Managing and balancing multiple projects with varying project scopes, project plans, motivate and negotiation with stakeholders to complete project on time.
- Creating long- and short-term project plans, including setting targets for milestones, adhering to timelines while planning resource activities related to the project plan
- Delegating tasks on the project to stakeholders best positioned to complete them
- Perform risk assessments to develop response strategies and mitigation plans
- Establish and execute a stakeholder analysis and a project communication plan
- Prepare project status reports and develop implementation plans by collecting, analyzing(cost benefit and ROI’s), and summarizing information and trends
- Communicating with stakeholders, team members and the process /project owner what the project plans, status and risks are to maintain and meet project objectives and deliverables
- Navigating through complex issues within a project and driving to the most effective decisions and outcomes to meet customer objectives
- Leading as a point of contact for teams to ensure team actions remain in synergy
- Monitoring and controlling the project plan, scope, and risks on the project to maintain customer expectations, make improvements, or take corrective action.
- Identify problems, review related information to develop and evaluate options, implement solutions, and the need for project resources
- Track and report project management time and assume overall responsibility for the success of the project implementation
- Other duties as assigned as company needs dictate.
An equivalent combination of education, training and experience will be considered.
- Must have a Bachelor’s Degree in management, business, or a related field
- Must have 2+ years’ professional experience in a Project Management or Improvement Project Leader role
- 3+ years industry knowledge or experience as a project manager in an Enterprise Software company or equivalent preferred
- Must have demonstrated and/or certified in use of various Project Management models
- Demonstrated and/or certification in work process improvement
- Proven leadership skills: conflict resolution, active listening, motivating, developing, and directing team members as they work on the project plan and deliverables
- Must have excellent communication, persuasive, interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Must be able to understand the implications of new information for both current and future problem-solving and decision-making
- Must be able to use logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions, or approaches to problems
- Ability to manage change and manage others through the change process
- Time management skills
- Ability to delegate effectively to meet the company’s objectives and goals.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Environmental or atmospheric conditions commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job.
- Ability to motivate in a remote environment.
PHYSICAL ABILITIES
Physical abilities that are commonly associated with the performance of the functions of this job. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
- Light sedentary office work.
- Some overnight travel required
NOTE: This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable state and federal laws. Certain job functions described herein may be subject to possible modification in accordance with applicable state and federal laws.
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EEO Statement: EAC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identify or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
Additional Information
PERKS
$87 K Annual Salary + KPI Bonuses quarterly (eligibility requirements apply)
Full Time / 40 hours per week
BENEFITS
- 401 K with an employer match
- Flexible PTO plan (no accrual, take days as you need)
- Major Medical Benefits
- Optional Benefit plans for Dental, Vision, Long Term Disability and more
- Company paid Short Term Disability
- Paid Holidays
- Flexible schedule with core business hours Monday-Friday