Project Manager, PMO

Job Description

Job DescriptionDescription:

PROJECT MANAGER (PMO)

InflexionPoint is looking for a Project Manager-PMO to join our team. The Project Manager is responsible for planning, overseeing, and executing complex projects from initiation to completion. This position typically involves managing resources, coordinating team member activities, and ensuring that projects are delivered on time, within budget, and according to the specified scope and quality standards. The position may require occasional travel to customer locations and offers the potential for promotion. The Project Manager is a full-time, salaried, exempt role, reporting directly to the Project Management Office Director.

The ideal candidate lives in the greater New Jersey area, and has experience with project budgets, milestones, and keeping the project on time and not going over budget. You are disciplined, detail oriented, have a solid financial IQ, understand and can speak to variances, risk, revenue recognition, and change control.

See your future in our future! An independent systems integrator, InflexionPoint specializes in process control, manufacturing intelligence, cyber security, and industrial networking. InflexionPoint provides services and solutions from initial requirements definition and system design through the implementation and commissioning of plant-wide systems. The cornerstone of our commitment to building long-term relationships with our customers is making every interaction an outstanding experience. At each step we strive to create lasting relationships built on quality, service, and responsiveness.

Responsibilities

• Develop a comprehensive project plan, including scope, goals, deliverables, timelines, and resource allocation
• Define project tasks, dependencies, and milestones
• Assemble, lead, and manage a project team, assigning responsibilities and tasks to team members
• Provide guidance, support, and motivation to the team throughout the project lifecycle
• Establish effective communication channels with stakeholders, team members and clients; regularly report project progress, risks, issues, and mitigation recommendations to relevant stakeholders.
• Identify and engage key stakeholders, establish effective communication channels, and manage expectations throughout the project lifecycle
• Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks; develop contingency plans to address potential issues that may arise during the project execution
• Develop and manage the project budget, ensuring that resources are allocated efficiently and cost-effectively; monitor project expenses and adjust as necessary
• Define and implement quality standards for project deliverables; conduct regular quality checks to ensure that project outcomes meet or exceed expectations
• Oversee the day-to-day execution of project tasks, monitoring progress and ensuring adherence to the project plan; resolve any issues or conflicts that may arise
• Establish project monitoring mechanisms, track progress, and provide regular status updates to stakeholders and senior management
• Manage project scope changes and assess their impact on project timelines, resources, and budget. Implement ACC change control processes to minimize disruption and maintain project goal
• Maintain accurate project documentation, including project plans, progress report, meeting minutes, and relevant project artifact
• Identify lessons learned from completed projects and incorporate best practices into future projects and drive process improvements to enhance project management practices within the organization

Requirements:

Experience

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is preferred (e.g., Business Administration, Engineering, Computer Science)
• Strong financial acumen with a focus on Operational Excellence
• Proven Profit and Loss (P&L) responsibility driving orders/revenue, managing costs and driving profitable growth
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and techniques
• Minimum 3-7 years proven experience as a Project Manager in IT, Automation Systems or Construction
• Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to work with minimal supervision, prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while working in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in project management software and tools, especially Smartsheet and ZOHO Projects
• Strong leadership abilities, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with stakeholders at all levels
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to make informed decisions under pressure.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities
• Experience in effectively managing relationships with stakeholders, including clients, senior management, and cross-functional teams
• Proficient in identifying and mitigating project risks and issues
• Prior experience in Automation Controls, Manufacturing Intelligence, Critical Infrastructure and IT4OT systems preferred
• PLC, SCADA, Industrial data collection and programming platforms are a plus
• Project management certification, such as PMI Project Management Professional (PMP), or Google Project Management Certificate (GMPC) is preferred

Working Environment

Duties are performed in an office environment but may also require travel to customer sites/locations. Minimal exposure to excessive noise or adverse environmental issues.

Physical Demands

Must be able to sit and/or stand for prolonged hours consistent with the average workday; to operate a computer and other office equipment, including but not limited to computer, printer, etc.

EEO

InflexionPoint is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion int the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, pregnancy, disability, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

InflexionPoint is looking for dedicated individuals to join our team and share in our success. The Company provides a supportive and engaging work environment that demonstrates that we value our employees. Our employees receive a competitive salary, performance-based advancement, paid time off (PTO), health benefits and 401(k), as well as other great incentives. Qualified applicants may submit their resume for consideration.