5-7 years of project management experience, preferably in IT hardware
Proficient in Microsoft Project and SAP
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
Demonstrated success in managing end-to-end product delivery projects
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a hybrid work environment
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Responsibilities
Determine project scope, timeline, risks, and deliverables
Manage the entire project lifecycle and ensure overall success
Execute project work plans and adapt to changing requirements
Track and report on project progress regularly
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve project goals
Serve as the primary escalation point for project-related issues
Conduct post-project evaluations and document lessons learned
Benefits
Hybrid work schedule options (Work from Home or Work in Office)
Opportunity to lead and motivate a team
Engagement with cross-functional teams and vendors
Professional development opportunities through project evaluations
Dynamic work environment with a focus on IT hardware projects
Full Job Description
Project Manager
Summary:
The Project Manager is responsible for managing the execution of all major and strategically significant projects for NCS. The individual serving in this role will facilitate the delivery of IT hardware products along with accompanying services, whether performed at NCS or at customer's sites, ensuring that all project requirements for timelines, reporting, accuracy, and quality are met. The individual appointed to this position will report to the Director of Project Management.
Essential Functions:
Determine project scope, timeline, risks, and deliverables for assigned projects
Manage entire project lifecycle and be accountable for overall project success
Execute project work plans and provide input as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements
Execute day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope
Track and report on project progress
Collaborate with all cross functional teams to achieve a successful project outcome including the reservation of production capacity to support the project
Assist Sales Operations Coordinators and engage with vendors as necessary in the planning, scheduling, tracking, and timely delivery of customer orders associated with the projects in which engaged.
Ability to prioritize and react rapidly to short suspense deadlines
Prepare project status and ad-hoc reports as needed for customer and management
Identify, analyze, mitigate, and monitor risks on project and escalate as needed
Serve as primary escalation point and accountable owner for all project-related issues through resolution
Facilitate team and customer meetings
Communicate relevant project information to management
Resolve and/or escalate changes that increase risks which could impact schedule, cost, and scope in a timely fashion
Assist in identification of ideas on the improvement of various departmental and program-wide processes
Acknowledge and appreciate each team member's contributions
Lead, motivate, manage and support assigned team members to ensure adherence to process and procedures and to maximize contribution to effectiveness and efficiency
Effectively communicate with each team member utilizing his/her fullest potential
Conduct post-project evaluation and document lessons learned
Experience:
Knowledge of Microsoft Project and SAP helpful
Experience working on IT hardware related contracts desired
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Demonstrable experience in product delivery Project Management, Business Analysis, or similar is required
Proven record of success managing product delivery projects end to end
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite and Excel a must
Professional demeanor in appearance and conduct
Self-starter, highly motivated, disciplined, and able to work independently, and within a team environment, with minimal supervision
Must be willing to take initiative to analyze and solve problems
Must be able and willing to adhere to a Work from Home (WFH) or Work in Office (WIO) hybrid schedule and maintain full productivity in either environment
Strong written and verbal communication skills to coordinate with team members and management
Analytical and problem-solving skills to handle any issues that occur during project completion
Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Ability to multi-task and prioritize deadlines for multiple projects simultaneously
Ability to communicate difficult/sensitive information tactfully
Regular and reliable attendance
High-energy work ethic and willing to work additional hours during high volume periods of business
Other duties as assigned
About NCS Technologies, Inc.
NCS Technologies, Inc. designs and manufactures computing solutions for government, military, and commercial customers. The company offers rugged and custom computing solutions, including servers, workstations, and storage devices. It also provides software development, integration, and testing services. The company was founded in 1996 and is headquartered in Tysons Corner, Virginia.
