Project Manager

Project ManagerLocation: Peoria, ILSchedule: 100% onsitePay Range: $36-$46Position's Contributions to Work Group:Facilitate the operations of an Agile framework with 3-4 teams while embracing the principles of the framework and the Agile mindset.Coordinate project activities, manage communication and be the champion to remove impediments.The main function of the non-IT project manager is to plan, direct or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems, and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project.Typical task breakdown:Support both Waterfall & Agile project management methodology projectsPlanning, scheduling, and facilitating Agile events. Fostering an environment of self-organization, high visibility, ownership, and continuous improvement with the team.Working with the product owner/service request manager and stakeholders to ensure value is always being generated by the teams work.Becoming a champion of removing blockers and impediments to the team's progress & helping the team to capture and aggregate data useful to the teams development, as well as providing management information that will inform strategic decisions.Interaction with team:Regular project update meetings, Facilitate daily standup's, Sprint planning, Retrospectives, and regular communication on project status. MS Teams, EmailWork environment:Full-time on site- 5 days in officeOnsite - office environment either co-located with the client's project team or the PMO team.Education & Experience Required:Four-year college or university degree in Business administration or a related fieldScrum Master Certification or PMP certification preferred.2- 4 years experienced requiredTechnical SkillsPossess extensive knowledge of project management software (Primavera or MS Project), MS Office (Excel/Word/PowerPointBasic knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.Proficient typing speedSoft SkillsVerbal and written communication skillsStrong meeting facilitation skills and ability to influence others without having authority.Ability to work independently and manage ones time.Problem solving skillsAttention to detailorganizational skillsInterpersonal skillsStrong meeting facilitation skills and ability to influence others without having authority.Ability to work in a team environment.

Created: 2025-02-19