Project Manager Needed At Equal-Plus Georgia, United States

Equal Plus Consulting has been engaged to search for a Project Manager to work in Lawrenceville, GA.

Title: Project Manager

Start Date: ASAP

Schedule: Monday – Friday (8AM-5PM)

Term: 12 month contract

Position Description:  Work closely with project stakeholders to understand and document business requirements, assess technology needs and implement technology solutions using project management best practices. Assist the IT PMO with project management mentoring, methodology enforcement and business analysis. This position will report directly into the IT PMO.

Experience:

5+ years of experience in an IT Project Manager role

PMP certification or equivalent

Solid understanding of PMBOK framework and demonstrate the ability to plan and run projects following this methodology, tailoring it suitably as needed

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office to include: MS Project, Excel, PowerPoint, and Visio

Experience leading systems configuration and/or integration completed by 3rd party vendor

Experience mentoring and/or training project managers

Business analysis experience

Excellent stakeholder management experience and capability

Ability to juggle competing priorities and occasionally work with ambiguity, while demonstrating a ‘Can-Do’ attitude

Must be an excellent communicator, with Executive presence to provide status updates and prepare thorough and polished documentation for Executive level review

Responsibilities:

Manage technical projects following project management best practices

Assist PMO with project management training, mentoring and quality assurance support

Assist PMO with enforcing industry standard best practices, templates and processes

Work closely with stakeholders in documenting processes and developing business justification documents

Develop and deliver key project documentation throughout the project lifecycle: (i.e. - project charter, business requirements, traceability matrix, RACI, Executive status reports, etc.…)

Run multiple projects maintaining quality and control, while staying within the triple constraints of time, cost and scope

Lead and provide guidance to technical staff to help draw insight from their past project and technical experiences

Demonstrate a very high level of customer service and empathy to the customer while working within triple constraints

Negotiate with suppliers to provide best balance of quality, service, and price

U.S. Citizens and those authorized to work in the U.S. are encouraged to apply. We are unable to sponsor at this time.  Click this link to apply

Job At Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta - Business Project Manager

Our Organization

The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta is part of the central bank of the United States. The Federal Reserve System—the Fed, as it is often called—consists of twelve Reserve Banks located around the country and the Board of Governors in Washington, D.C.

The Atlanta Fed territory covers the Sixth Federal Reserve District, which includes Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, and portions of Louisiana, Mississippi, and Tennessee.

At the Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta, we embrace diversity and inclusion as essential to who we are. The Bank's values—integrity, excellence, and respect—are a clear statement supporting the notion that every employee is an important part of the Atlanta Fed's story and success. We advocate a simple truth: only by drawing on the talent, expertise, and perspectives of our entire staff and our external stakeholders will our Bank achieve its greatest potential in fulfilling our mission.

The Opportunity

The Bank’s Regional Economic Information Network provides grassroots information into the monetary policy-making process. Main Street contacts from throughout the southeast play a key role in contributing to the data the bank uses to inform policy. Learn more: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_LhV6OZlyQM

We’re seeking a Business Project Manager to help support this effort.

Oversees and provides guidance on leveraging technology solutions to enhance and efficiently manage complex projects and business processes. Provides expert guidance to team members, recommends, takes action, and directs project scope and outcome. Aligns and tracks project plans with program’s short-term and long-term strategic objectives. Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations.

Areas Where You May Contribute

·         Provides expertise to multi-office and cross divisional project teams to establish appropriate implementation strategies including: planning, communications, training, budget assessment, delivery, and timing of complex initiatives.

·         Directs and manages project teams’ efforts to identify, implement, and standardize business process improvements that leverage technology solutions and best practices.

·         Leads complex special projects, initiatives, and teams to perform analysis that enhances the team’s information gathering efforts.

·         Directs and manages district survey requests.

·         Independently assesses, recommends, and develops visualization products directly contributing to and enhancing strategic initiatives, supplement internal reporting, and educate the network.

·         Provides assistance and guidance to teams and develops training guides and strategies for standardization across the district as best practices in efficiencies and enhancements.

Education: Bachelor's Degree or four years equivalent experience; Bachelor's Degree preferred

Certification: PMP preferred

Experience: Eight or more years preferred

Application Preferences

CRM (Microsoft Dynamics)

Microsoft Suite

Data Analytics Tools (Tableau, Qualtrics)

Project Management (Asana)

Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta

Primary Location

GA-Atlanta

Full-time / Part-time

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Project Manager Needed At Serta Simmons Bedding

Position Summary

The STAR Project Manager facilitates Serta Simmons Bedding new product introduction from concept through commercialization, leading risk mitigation and project planning activities as required to meet time-to-market, quality, and cost objectives.

Role & Responsibilities

·         Ensure adherence to the SSB New Product Introduction process as well as aid in the education of others within the organization.

·         Drive continuous improvement of the SSB New Product Introduction process.

·         Manage a dynamic portfolio of product introductions that follow both concurrent and separate launch timing.

·         Involve all actors early in product introduction process to guarantee smooth integration of new materials and technologies.

·         Lead recurring cross-functional project meetings as required to fulfill product charter objectives.

·         Create and maintain project timelines and deliverables in support of on-time completion of product Phase Gates.

·         Serve as single point-of-contact regarding project status, challenges, and resource needs.

·         Drive proactive risk mitigation through preliminary complexity assessment and ongoing failure mode and effects analysis (FMEA).

·         Contribute to future product visions and drive changes in manufacturing, SKU reductions, and processes that are more manufacturing friendly.

·         Apply general knowledge of engineering and manufacturing to influence product design and reach objectives in the most economical manner possible.

·         Protect all intellectual property and secure exclusivity of all ideation where possible.

Minimum Qualifying Skills

·         Strong working knowledge of MS Project and MS Office Suite.

·         Strong analytical and technical ability to problem solve

·         Flexible enough to plan and accomplish goals as either project lead or project support

·         Excellent communication skills

·         Significant experience with FMEA tools

·         Project Management experience and Possess a high level of analytical and problem-solving skills

·         3-5 years related experience

·         Previous experience in a manufacturing environment and in product design and testing

·         Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience

JOB FACTOR/WORK ENVIRONMENT

·         Up to 25% travel

·         Work is primarily sedentary in nature

This job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities associated with the job. Other job-related duties may be assigned.

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Amazon Is Hiring Full Time Shift Assistant

DESCRIPTION

Since opening our virtual doors in 1995, we’ve been pushing the boundaries of ‘possible’ further and further. Our entire business works hard to delight our customers – from the second an order is placed online to the seamless coordination of that order behind the scenes, we strive to stay agile, fluid and intentional. That can be described in one of our core Leadership Principles, which is Bias for Action. This means that our teams band together, roll up their sleeves, and aren’t content with just standing still. We’re aiming to become the most customer-centric company on Earth.
Shift Assistants are part of the Last Mile operations in Amazon Logistics and play a crucial role in this rapidly growing team. Shift Assistants are responsible for daily management of department duties including: allocating labor, leading meetings, assigning job duties, providing work direction and communicating with internal and external suppliers.

Responsibilities:
- Track and report ATS/labor hours
- Occasionally, assist with production duties, train associates and verify SOP (standard operating procedure) compliance
- Ensure successful area performance through tracking and reporting metrics
- Independently assess all aspects of associate work performance and provide timely and detailed feedback
- Participate in Operational Excellence initiatives
- Maintain a full understanding of workflow and daily production goals
- Review and update SOP’s as required
- Ensure work areas remain clean and are properly equipped
- Identify and address safety hazards within the work area, and participate in safety initiatives
- Coach associates on ways to work safely at all times
- Ensure all job injuries are reported timely in accordance with established policies and procedures
- Provide vacation coverage for Area Managers

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Ability to work overtime as required
- Ability to work flexible schedules/shifts/areas
- Ability to stand for a minimum of 8-10 hours/day per shift

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

- Associate’s or Bachelor’s Degree, and/or prior Amazon experience
- Experience taking part in a kaizen or Shingi event in a similar environment
- Awareness and willingness to use OPEX tools and techniques
- Demonstrates problem solving and analytical skills
- Ability to communicate effectively (written and verbal) across various levels of an organization
- History of meeting/exceeding departmental goals
- Experience leading teams
- Capable of providing direction to team members using independent judgment
- Organization and time management skills

Amazon is an Equal Opportunity-Affirmative Action Employer – Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation

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Project Manager Needed In Shell, Houston

Project Manager is accountable for delivering offshore and onshore projects in support of SPLC’s pipeline and terminal assets. This role will also execute similar work in support of SPLC’s business partners and other Shell affiliates. Additionally, this position performs a wide range of engineering tasks and analyses in support of operations.


Purpose


The role is expected to manage Onshore and Offshore maintenance and capital projects through all phases of the opportunity delivery roadmap (identify, assess, select, define, executed and operate). Key aspects of this position include leveraging the front-end development of the project in the Identify to Define phase and honoring the promise in the Execution phase by choosing the right contracts and contractors, selecting the right method of management, and delivering the value with tight control and supervision of those contracts and contractors.


Accountabilities


Project Development

·         Identify and manage the project risks.

·         Develop the scope of the project through collaboration with the various project stakeholders.

·         Develop and implement a Project Execution Plan to deliver the goal and strategies of the project.

·         Identify and appoint suitable engineering consultant(s) for developing the various design engineering packages required.

·         Specify all the relevant Shell and industry standards required for the design and construction of the facility.

·         Develop all the relevant engineering packages required for the commercial biding and construction stages.

·         Identify and apply for all the relevant permits that will be required for the construction and commissioning of the facility.

Project Execution

·         Manage the execution of projects without any HSSE incidents.

·         Manage the execution of projects within budget and schedule.

·         Manage contract engineering resources to carry out and deliver the design engineering packages, tender documents, technical specifications, and all other deliverables expected from the consultant.

·         Develop, implement, and execute the strategy for the commercial aspects of the project, including vendor identification and qualification, tender preparation, invitation to bid, technical and commercial evaluation and award.

·         Manage the overall process for the appointment of contractors for the various construction packages.

·         Prepare all relevant project execution procedures, specifications, and documentation that will be required to manage the project and report progress.

·         Manage HSSE at the site and ensure all the HSSE targets are delivered. Carry out frequent reviews of the site HSSE and continuously seek to improve the conditions.

·         Embed a strong safety culture in the project team, contractors and workers on site.

·         Prepare and implement appropriate spending procedures and frequently report the status of the spending to stakeholders, particularly actual vs.plan, commitments vs. plan, and latest estimate.

·         Prepare and implement progress reports to track the progress of the overall project against the plan.

·         Supervise and coordinate the on-site construction activities of the project.

·         Develop and implement a project quality and test plan to ensure the construction of the facility is accordance with plans.

Commissioning and Handover

·         Prepare applicable commissioning procedures and checklists to ensure all aspects of the project are completed and ready for commissioning.

·         Liaise with operations to ensure all necessary operational commissioning procedures and requirements are in place.

·         Prepare and execute a handover to operations, including procedures, relevant training, documents and manuals.

Requirements

·         Must have legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than current employer.

·         Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Civil, or Chemical Engineering discipline is required.

·         With at least five (5) years experience in technical support to operations, project engineering, or project management.

·         Skilled at managing contractors and consultants.

·         Experience in delivering projects on time and within budget.

·         Demonstrated HSSE leadership.

·         Good knowledge of the interdisciplinary engineering fundamentals as applied to pipeline facilities and terminals.

·         Excellent communication skills with ability to engage and draw upon region and global experience and knowledge.

·         Demonstrated behaviors in balancing operational needs with project demands.

·         Demonstrated behavior in embracing personal accountability and working in a self-directed fashion.

·         Demonstrated ability to engage a wide variety of stakeholders.

·         Prior experience in terminal/pipeline operations and engineering is preferred.

·         Prior experience in both offshore and onshore operations and engineering is preferred.

·         Project Management and/or PFAS technical authority certifications preferred.

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