SummaryProject Manager II is a senior-level project management professional responsible for independently leading complex, cross-functional projects within the Digital & Technology Portfolio. This role partners with Applications, Data & Integrations, ERP Team, Operational Technology, IT Operations, Business teams, and external vendors to define project strategy, manage risk, and deliver high-impact initiatives. Project Manager II operates with minimal oversight, manages projects with ambiguous or evolving requirements, and engages executive-level stakeholders. This role also contributes to the maturity of project management standards, mentors junior project managers, and supports vendor and contract management. This position supports multiple business areas within a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Independently lead complex, cross-functional projects from initiation through closure, owning project strategy, approach, and delivery outcomes.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive project artifacts as defined in the Project Delivery Playbook
- Conduct cross-functional meetings to confirm requirements and drive alignment across stakeholders.
- Manage projects with ambiguous, evolving, or competing requirements - proactively identifying risks and developing mitigation strategies.
- Own vendor and contractor relationships for assigned projects, including coordination of SOWs, deliverables, and escalations.
- Lead change management planning and execution for system implementations and business process changes.
- Manage project budgets, track spending against forecasts, and report financial status to leadership.
- Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of PM delivery standards, templates, and governance practices.
- Mentor and provide guidance to Project Manager I resources on methodology, artifacts, and stakeholder management.
- Facilitate the adoption of new systems and business processes across the organization.
- Manage multiple concurrent initiatives of moderate-to-high complexity.
Education and Experience- Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent in a relevant field
- 3 - 5 years of PM Experience (Manufacturing Environment Preferred)
- Experienced in Waterfall, Hybrid, and Agile Methodologies
- PMP Certification Highly Preferred
- Strong written and verbal communication skills in English, including the ability to present to executive-level audiences.
- Intermediate project management skills with demonstrated ability to independently lead complex, cross-functional initiatives.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to evaluate information/data to make technology and process recommendations related to assigned projects.
- Proven ability to manage ambiguity, competing priorities, and evolving requirements.
Our Total Compensation Package Includes: - Medical, dental and vision benefits.
- 401k with Company match.
- Paid time off including vacation, sick time and holidays.
- Education Assistance Program.
- Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability.
- Discounts on Blount products at Company retail locations
- Discretionary Annual Bonus Program.
