Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/management or equivalent experience
3+ years in a Project Management role or 5+ years in a relevant position
Preferred MBA or PMI certification (or equivalent)
Solid understanding of project management procedures
Strong communication skills for collaboration with diverse stakeholders
Responsibilities
Lead projects from initiation to closure ensuring quality execution
Serve as the primary communication contact for customers throughout project execution
Guide internal project teams including Engineering, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, and Finance
Ensure project objectives are met in accordance with SMS group guidelines
Develop and manage project plans, schedules, and budgets
Monitor and analyze project performance, preparing status reports and recommendations
Oversee negotiations related to scope changes and finalize project invoicing and closeout
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid vacation and holidays
401k plan with company matching
Training and development opportunities
Tuition reimbursement program
Full Job Description
Project Manager- East Pittsburgh Location
Job Description
Ready to lead from concept to completion? Do you have experience in the steel industry? SMS group is looking for a collaborative Project Manager at our East Pittsburgh location to own the full project lifecycle- initiation through closure. If you're a team player driven by results and looking for a clear path to career advancement, we want to hear from you.
What you'll do
Overall leadership responsibility for quality execution of projects maximizing contract value consistent with company financial, strategic and program objectives
Act as focal point for all communications with the customer during project execution
Direct internal company resources in a leadership role as part of the project team consisting of Engineering, Purchasing, Quality Assurance, and Financial Controlling personnel / departments
Demonstrate ability to successfully meet project objectives and fully understand scope which is accomplished by involving other SMS group organizations, management, and consortium members and assure work is performed according to the SMS group project management guidelines
Prepares plans including schedules, personnel requirements, and budgets
Monitors project performance against plans and objectives, analyzes results, prepares project status reports including recommendations and action plans to improve results
Overall responsibility for activities related to scope change negotiations, timely invoicing, and project closeout
Analyze financial data
Ability to travel extensively both domestically and abroad as project requires
Work with other project managers/product specialists to develop project budgets, scope, and manpower allocation
Oversee procurement of materials for projects, develop inspection documentation, and source from outside vendors
What you'll need
Bachelor's degree in engineering/science/management discipline preferred with 3+ years of experience
Above education requirement may be offset with 5+ years of prior experience
Experience in a Project Management position and knowledge of common project management procedures is preferred
Experience requirements may be partially replaced by verifiable experience as a Project Engineer, Contract Administrator, or other related functions
Good communication skills that will allow you to work well with customers, vendors, and other SMS group employees
What we offer
Competitive compensation, medical/dental/vision coverage, paid vacation, paid holiday time, 401k with a company match, training, a tuition reimbursement program and more!
