Project Manager - Business Development
About The Position
NEFCO is experiencing rapid growth, presenting both opportunities and complexities. The Project Manager – Business Development is tasked with overseeing the complete execution of new NEFCO branch openings, known as Orangefields. This role ensures each new location is launched efficiently, meeting timelines and budget constraints, while minimizing disruption to customers and internal operations. The Project Manager will collaborate with executive sponsors, functional leaders, IT, Finance, Operations, and external vendors, adhering to NEFCO’s Program Management Office (PMO) standards. The scope of this role covers the entire lifecycle of an Orangefield launch, including site selection, buildout, staffing, go-live, and stabilization.
Requirements
- 5–10+ years of project or program management experience.
- Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional initiatives.
- Proven experience leading branch openings (distribution, Retail, etc.).
- Strong understanding of facilities, lease management, construction coordination, and site readiness.
- Ability and willingness to travel to project sites and Orange Field locations as required.
- Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to drive accountability across multiple teams.
- Excellent organizational and execution discipline.
- Strong problem-solving and risk management capabilities.
- Ability to operate in fast-paced, high-growth environments.
Responsibilities
- Lead end-to-end execution of branch openings from planning through post-launch stabilization.
- Serve as the single point of accountability for project delivery, readiness, and execution.
- Coordinate cross-functional teams including Operations, Sales, Finance, IT, Marketing and HR.
- Develop and manage integrated project schedules, milestones, and critical path.
- Support RFP and RFI processes for vendor selection, including construction, facilities, and systems providers.
- Identify risks and issues and execute mitigation plans.
- Lead go-live readiness reviews and oversee branch launch execution.
- Manage post-launch stabilization and transition to business-as-usual operations.
- Develop and maintain standardized Orangefield playbooks, templates, and best practices.
- Provide clear reporting and escalation to leadership, focusing on risks, timelines, and decisions required.
- Travel to potential and existing branch locations.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
