Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience required
2+ years of direct project management experience preferred
Proven track record managing projects from inception to completion
Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project)
Strong problem-solving and communication skills
Responsibilities
Serve as the primary point of contact for the project
Identify and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities
Develop comprehensive project plans to ensure timely and budget-compliant completion
Manage customer changes related to technical scope and schedule
Track overall project cost performance
Communicate project status and financial performance to stakeholders
Monitor team performance and ensure adherence to project requirements
Benefits
Opportunity for professional growth and development
Flexible work hours with potential for remote work
Travel opportunities, both domestic and international
Supportive work environment with reasonable accommodations for disabilities
Engagement in diverse projects across various sectors
Full Job Description
JOB SUMMARY Manages individual programs/projects throughout the life cycle, from concept development through development of customer-specific proposals and development, and ultimately through full rate production. Responsible for cost, schedule, and quality of a customer or internally funded project. Acts as the customer primary point of contact and must have excellent technical management and communications skills. Has matrixed resources that indirectly report and have functional responsibilities that include but may not be limited to engineering, manufacturing, supply chain, and quality. Identifies potential risks and implements plans with actions to ensure successful program completion. SUMMARY OF JOB DUTIES
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions
Serve as the focal point for the project
Identify and manage project risks, issues, and opportunities
Develop project plans to ensure on-time completion, within budget, and in compliance with all quality requirements
Manage customer changes related to technical scope, schedule changes, and commercial impacts
Track cost performance of the overall project
Communicate project status and ongoing financial performance to key stakeholders
Manage project performance and adherence to requirements
Provide frequent status updates, milestone performance updates, and risk analysis summaries
Develop and manage project schedules with defined activities and milestones
Coordinate internal activities to ensure all tasks are progressing according to plan
Monitor and manage team performance
Manage procurement, manufacturing, and certification performance
Work independently with minimal supervision
GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS - Education, Knowledge, and Experience
Education:
A four-year college degree (Bachelor's degree) or equivalent work experience is required
Experience:
2 or more years of direct experience preferred
Experience with managing development project from inception to completion
Skills:
Experience with Microsoft office suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Project
Experience with problem-solving
Excellent communication skills
Other:
Extended or irregular hours may be required
Able and willing to travel domestically and internationally if required
Must be authorized to work in the United States
PROBLEM SOLVING
The Project Manager is responsible for identifying project issues, evaluating risks, determining root causes, and implementing effective corrective actions. This role requires strong judgment and the ability to resolve complex challenges related to schedule, cost, scope, and performance.
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to communicate clearly and effectively in English, both verbally and in writing.
About Encore Capital Partners
Encore Capital Group is a certified professional receivables company (CPRC) that provides debt recovery solutions for consumers across a broad range of assets. Through its subsidiaries, Encore Capital Group purchases portfolios of consumer receivables from major banks, credit unions, and utility providers, and partners with individuals as they repay their obligations and work toward financial recovery. Encore Capital Group is headquartered in San Diego, California.
