Project Manager, Operations

About the Role

Key Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and define project scope, objectives, and success criteria of multi million strategic Operations projects
• Develop comprehensive project plans outlining timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and key deliverables
• Create detailed work breakdown structures and task assignments to ensure clear understanding of roles and responsibilities
• Lead and motivate cross-functional teams, ensuring all members understand project goals and their specific contributions
• Facilitate effective communication within the team, fostering a collaborative environment that encourages knowledge sharing and problem-solving
• Follow up diligently and consistently with task owners to ensure deadlines are met and the project progresses according to plan
• Whenever things do not go as planned, redefine plan, assign new timelines, and communicate effectively
• Serve as the primary point of contact for all project-related communications, ensuring stakeholders are informed of progress, risks, and issues
• Facilitate regular status meetings and produce comprehensive reports that summarize project status, potential risks, and mitigation strategies
• Manage expectations by aligning project deliverables with stakeholder needs and addressing any changes in scope or priorities
• Identify potential risks throughout the project lifecycle, assessing their impact and likelihood
• Develop and implement risk mitigation strategies to minimize the impact on project timelines, costs, and quality
• Monitor ongoing risks, adjust plans as necessary, and communicate risk management activities to stakeholders
• Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring projects are delivered within financial constraints
• Track project expenses, approve expenditures, and ensure accurate financial reporting throughout the project lifecycle
• Optimize resource utilization, balancing team capacity with project demands and reallocating resources as necessary to meet project objectives
• Develop and maintain detailed project schedules, ensuring all tasks are assigned, tracked, and completed on time
• Monitor progress against the project plan, identifying and addressing any delays or deviations from the schedule
• Ensure critical milestones are met, coordinating with team members to expedite tasks where necessary

Requirements

• Pragmatic self-starter
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced work environment within a growing company and successfully manage multiple priorities at the same time
• 3+ years of experience in project management
• Strong proficiency in project management software (e.g., MS Project, Jira, Trello)
• Solid understanding of project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, etc.)
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Certification in PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile (preferred but not required)
• Bachelor's degree in any field

Nice to Have

• Certification in PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile