Project Manager
Tracking Code
84-256

Job Description

Here at KINZE Manufacturing, Inc. we are proud to be a family run organization that stays on the edge of innovative products in the agricultural row crop industry. If it's row crop, it's got to be Kinze®. Thinking in rows pretty much defines everything we do. It pushes us to do what we do better than anybody else. The way we see it, if you're good at something, might as well be the best. From the way we build our advanced row-crop planters and grain auger carts to the agronomic know-how to help get the consistent, precise seed placement growers want in their fields. At Kinze, that's what it means to think in rows.

A Project Manager at KINZE will drive our engineering and development teams to create the newest and most impressive KINZE products to hit the market. Join the team and gear up for exciting new projects such as the KINZE Autonomous Planting System, which rolled out in August 2011 as another Industry First from our company.

The KINZE Project manager will report directly to the Engineering Manager to coordinate multiple and complex project schedules, and will be responsible to oversee creation and maintenance of project charters and schedules. The KINZE Project Manager will be responsible to direct and manage the activities of assigned technical and support resources under the direction of the Engineering Manager and Senior Leadership Team. The internal customers of the Project Manager include the Senior Leadership Team and individuals from throughout each department affected by various projects.

It will be the responsibilty of the KINZE Project Manager to recognize, identify and facilitate the resolutions of problems and conflicts, in addition to reporting project activities, progress, issues and concerns on a regular basis.The project manager position serves to identify and resolve conflicts that occur in a positive manner throughout the company.

The essential functions of the KINZE Project Manager are as follows:

Coordinate activities with cross-functional teams consisting of primarily internal employees and possibly some external vendors.
Maintain daily contact with all levels of departments which are directly involved in or effected by current projects.
Utilize tools, such as MS Project software, to set up of project plans, communicating data, tracking and analyzing project schedules and resources for new product and major product enhancements or improvements.
Oversee and coordinate weekly cross-functional project meetings.
Oversee and coordinate regularly scheduled upper level reporting to Senior Leadership Team.
Oversee and coordinate milestone reviews and approval meetings to acknowledge and document agreement of activity.
Recognize and initiate resolution of potential conflicts to ensure they are resolved quickly and completely.
Establish and continue to develop or improve product development procedures.
Participate in new Program Management (Product Development) activities.

Required Skills

 
Strong organizational, leadership, analytic and interpersonal skills.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A demonstrated ability of organizational skills.
A demonstrated ability to manage multiple and complex projects.
Good personal characteristics and attitude to maintain a positive environment and relationships.
Computer proficiency in MS Word, Excel and Outlook
Computer proficiency in MS Project or equivalent to generate schedules and reports.
Required Experience
B. S. degree in Program or Project management, a degree with technical or engineering emphasis is preferred.
A demonstrated ability of successful Program or Project Management in an engineering environment.
A minimum of 5 years related experience as a program or project manager or a project coordinator
Job Location
Williamsburg, IA, US.

The Intelligence Systems Business Unit of SAIC has an opening for a Project Manager (PM) supporting current transportation 511 work overseeing the design, development and support of 511/Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS). Work location is Oakland, CA. 

JOB/POSITION SUMMARY: 
Position will be responsible for an intelligent transportation system program managing a contract delivering products and services to a state or regional transportation authority. Will be responsible for growing and leading a multi-disciplined team and sub-consultants; managing transit/traffic data collection; data fusion; data dissemination through web integrated voice response (IVR) and mobile applications; traffic management /operations center (TMC) activities and related information technology infrastructure. Travel is expected no more than 10% of the time to SAIC or customer locations. 

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: 
- Manage the cost, schedule and technical performance requirements of a 511/Intelligent Transportation System IT contract with the San Francisco Bay Area Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC). 
- Manage the planning, budget, forecasting, compliance and execution of the project. 
- Manage the customer and team through daily activities, weekly staff meetings, monthly progress reviews, personnel management, and subcontractor management. 
- Interface directly and daily with the customer on performance and project related matters. 
- Provide daily oversight of contract task execution and quality processes without direction. 
- Provide 24x7 customer support with 99.99% system uptime requirements. 
- Prepare written and verbal reports to customer and upper SAIC management regarding project status. 
- Serve as the single-point-of-contact and decision authority on project related matters. 

The ideal PM should have demonstrated success as a line project manager, with prior subcontractor management experience. A successful PM will also have the following personal and professional skill sets and/or experiences: 
- Prior experience managing multi-million dollar yearly project, its schedule and finances. 
- Prior experience managing project with 10+ staff members. 
- The ability to comprehend and act on highly complex and technical information. 
- A technical manager who has managed web portals operation and maintenance and enhancements, data extracts, transfer and load (ETL) processes, and mobile implementations. 
- The ability to articulate SAIC/Team capabilities in the areas of information technology, both orally and in writing. 
- Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional teams that deliver high-quality outputs on time and within budget. 
- Proactive and collaborative management mindset. 
- A passion for success, caring for both the mission and people. 

MINIMUM REQUIRED BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: 
- Bachelors Degree in a relevant technical field. 
- A minimum of 6 years ITS/transit experience with a minimum of 2 of those years serving successfully in a management position such as project manager. 
- A minimum of two years experience working with transit agencies. 

 
SAIC is a FORTUNE 500 scientific, engineering, and technology applications company that uses its deep domain knowledge to solve problems of vital importance to the nation and the world, in national security, energy and the environment, critical infrastructure, and health. The companys approximately 43,000 employees serve customers in the U.S. Department of Defense, the intelligence community, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, other U.S. Government civil agencies and selected commercial markets. Headquartered in McLean, Va., SAIC had annual revenues of $11.1 billion for its fiscal year ended January 31, 2011. For more information, visit www.saic.com. SAIC: From Science to Solutions.

Group O is searching for a Business Analyst.  Responsibilities will include, but are not limited to:

• Acting as a strategic partner between the business community and IT development teams to act as liaison between Business Units and the IT Department; business case development in support of IT projects; development of business requirements documentation; identifying business requirements with end users; business process development; UAT (User Acceptance Testing) script development, testing, and signoff.  resolving functional and technical issues related to business applications to troubleshoot data or transaction issues, and to review opportunities to leverage new functionality; promoting use and acceptance of project methodology and documentation standards.
• Conducting interviews and performing analysis to create business cases for IT projects.
• Comprehensive project management of new business application initiatives, performing requirements gathering, development effort estimates, resource management, gap analysis, implementation configuration, scope control, testing, training and end-user support, according to project methodology.
• Working with business community to document functional test scenarios, test plans, and end-user acceptance testing criteria.
• Participating in technical design sessions, working with technical resources, to provide insight during solution development; identifying and communicating project risks and recommend solutions.

Requirements:

·         3 years experience in a Business Analyst or Project Management capacity.

·         Proficient with MS Office applications.

·         Leadership and meeting facilitation skills.

·         Ability to translate business requirements into high-level and detailed functional specifications.

·         Demonstrated success in leading a team, with both functional and technical resources, to address cross-functional issues.

·         Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or Project Management Professional (PMP) (preferred).

·         Excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communications skills; ability to work well as part of a team and as a team leader; ability to multitask and prioritize in a dynamic environment; strong analytical skills; detail oriented.

Education:   Bachelor's degree in IT discipline or equivalent work experience

Salary Range: Negotiable

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The CBE Group

Project Manager Position

The CBE Group is looking for a PROJECT MANAGER to immediately head up a software migration project from its Cedar Falls Corporate Headquarter location.  This is an exciting opportunity to become part of one of the most highly respected and fastest growing accounts receivable management companies in the  country.  The PROJECT MANAGER will be responsible for achieving objectives, organizing and defining responsibilities, and planning, controlling, evaluating and directing the project execution.  

All interested individuals must be PMP certified with a minimum of 2 years experience in project management, have experience with the Microsoft  Project software tools and have deep experience in either software upgrades/migrations or software implementations.  Experience in coaching, developing  and leading teams is desired.

Direct supervisory and management experience, along with excellent verbal and written communication skills, are required.

Qualified candidates should email their cover letter, resume and salary requirements to hr@cbegroup.com or apply online at www.cbejobs.com.   A comprehensive and competitive salary and benefits package is provided. 

CBE has been in the accounts receivable management business since 1933 and has been named one of the best places to work in the Waterloo/Cedar Falls metropolitan area for the last seven years. CBE represents many of the nation’s most renowned and respected organizations in the healthcare, utility, satellite, telecommunication, financial services and education industries. 

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.  Background Checks and Drug Testing Required.