Project Manager I, II, III or Sr (Hybrid - La Crosse, WI)
About The Position
Level I: The Project Manager I serves as the primary point of responsibility for smaller-scale or less complex projects. This role focuses on assisting with project management activities and supporting cross-functional teams to achieve objectives. Level II: The Project Manager II independently manages moderately complex projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals. This role involves leading teams, managing vendors, and refining PMO tools and practices. Level III: The Project Manager III leads complex projects with significant scope and organizational impact. This role requires advanced expertise, cross-functional leadership, and strategic collaboration with senior leadership. Senior Project Manager: The Senior Project Manager leads enterprise-level projects and programs that drive organizational strategy and innovation. This role includes portfolio management, mentorship, and strategic contributions to the PMO.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in project management, business, finance, engineering, or a related field (Level I).
- Basic understanding of project management principles and tools (Level I).
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with 3+ years of experience (Level II).
- Proficiency in project management tools and methodologies (Level II).
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with 5+ years of experience (Level III).
- Advanced expertise in managing complex projects and cross-functional teams (Level III).
- Bachelor’s degree in relevant field with 8+ years of experience (Senior Project Manager).
- Expert-level knowledge of program and portfolio management (Senior Project Manager).
- Strong organizational, communication, and collaboration skills (All Levels).
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, SharePoint, OnePlan, D365) (All Levels).
- Ability to work in both indoor and field environments (All Levels).
Nice To Haves
- PMP certification preferred (strongly preferred for Senior level).
- Master’s degree preferred (Senior Project Manager).
Responsibilities
- Assist with project planning, scope development, and resource coordination.
- Support cross-functional teams and manage project documentation.
- Deploy foundational PMO tools and provide basic health reporting.
- Participate in training initiatives to build project management skills.
- Independently manage moderately complex projects with cross-functional teams.
- Refine project scopes, budgets, and vendor relationships.
- Utilize PMO tools to monitor project health and performance.
- Contribute to process improvement within the PMO.
- Lead complex projects with significant organizational visibility.
- Collaborate with senior leadership to align project goals with strategy.
- Manage vendor relationships and mitigate risks.
- Mentor junior project managers and enhance PMO capabilities.
- Drive enterprise-level programs and strategic initiatives.
- Manage project portfolios and oversee interdependencies.
- Provide executive-level updates and data-driven insights.
- Champion process optimization and mentor project teams.
Benefits
- excellent compensation and benefits package
- opportunities for career growth
- a supportive environment
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
