Technical Project Manager - Production Engineering

Ekman Associates, Inc.

$110K — $130K *
Media
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-8 years of experience in leading technical infrastructure projects.
  • PMP certification preferred for established project management practices.
  • Knowledge of Agile, Scrum, and Waterfall methodologies for adaptable project management.
  • Familiarity with project management tools like MS Project, Jira, and Smartsheet for efficient task tracking.
  • Background in broadcast and media, particularly in production engineering, is advantageous.
  • Willingness to work onsite at Rockefeller Center, NY five days a week.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure timely project delivery within scope and budget.
  • Communicate and document project processes and updates clearly for all stakeholders.
  • Function independently while collaborating effectively with the team.
  • Adapt project scope and schedule as needed to accommodate changes.
  • Utilize project management tools to measure and report performance accurately.
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and third-party vendors.
  • Create and sustain comprehensive documentation for all projects.
  • Monitor daily job site progress and prepare status reports.

Benefits

  • Work in a vibrant environment located at Rockefeller Center, NY.
  • Engage with an industry-leading production engineering team.
  • Opportunity for professional growth and skill development in project management.
Full Job Description
Title: Technical Project Manager - Production Engineering
Location: Rockefeller Center, NY - Onsite 5 days/week

Summary:
The Technical Project Manager will be responsible for decommissions, moves and/or update of equipment for production engineering team (studios). This position requires strong communication, influencing, and negotiation skills . Must have a strong technical foundation.

Key Qualifications:
  • Project Management Experience / PMP Certified preferred.
  • Experience with varying methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall)
  • Expertise with PM tools such as MS Project, Jira, Smartsheet, etc.
  • Broadcast and media experience - Nice to Have.
  • Production Engineering experience; IT AV system, Studio Build Out, Production Room, Control Room and Equipment Room migrations, etc. - Nice to have
  • Ability to go onsite 5 days/week at Rockefeller Center, NY
Responsibilities:
  • Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.
  • Clearly communicate and document processes and updates to the team, vendors, and partners.
  • ble to work independently but also with the team for making good decisions.
  • Manage changes and demonstrate flexibility to the project scope and project schedule.
  • Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques.
  • Manage the relationship with the client and all stakeholders.
  • Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors, where applicable.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
  • Monitors progress at the job site; reviews work progress on daily basis; prepares internal and external reports pertaining to job status.
  • Plans ahead to anticipate and mitigate risks; prevent problems and resolve issues.
  • Build and manage studio buildouts, studio upgrades, migrations plans, etc..
  • Communicate project expectations, risks, and escalations across all levels of the organization.
  • Coordinate and manage change control activities in adherence to PMO standards.
  • Effectively deliver successful project to completion on-time and within budget.
  • Effectively manage project scope, schedule, and budgets, while proactively identifying risks, issues, and dependencies.
  • pply varying methodologies (Agile, Scrum, Waterfall), types, and sizes, ensuring objectives and project deliverables are accomplished according to plan.
Qualifications:
  • B.S./B.A. degree in relevant field or equivalent work experience.
  • 5 to 8 years' experience leading technical infrastructure focused projects.
  • Experience in project managing decommissioning/moving/upgrading infrastructure technology (i.e., cabling, racks, servers, equipment, etc.).
  • Demonstrated project management experience with large projects, organizational skills, and an ability to maintain and create standards.
  • Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision; must be a self-motivated self-starter who can initiate ideas and take ownership of work.
  • ble to prioritize tasks and projects and forecast upcoming project needs.
  • Excellent organization and communication skills, as well as strong and consistent attention to detail.
  • Results-oriented with initiative to work until job is complete.
Qualified Candidates Only: If you wish to learn more about this opportunity and additional qualifications/responsibilities, please submit your resume. To learn more about Ekman Associates, Inc. please visit our website at www.ekmanassociates.com .

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