Project Manager III

FN America • Columbia, SC

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About The Position

The Project Manager III provides leadership, management, oversight, and serves as the principal liaison for high-complexity projects. The role leads cross-functional efforts to develop new commercial and law enforcement products, as well as other strategic initiatives related to company goals. The Project Manager III also advances project management methodologies within FN America and trains less experienced project managers.

Requirements

• Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science degree in Engineering, Business Management, or a related field.
• Seven years of experience in complex project management in a cross-functional teaming environment developing products for commercial or military applications.
• Seven years of experience leading project teams; this experience may be concurrent with the project management experience.
• Knowledge and academic understanding of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
• Knowledge of schedule development, budget management, team facilitation techniques, and risk management.
• Expert presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Expert creative problem-solving skills and the ability to break down complex issues into manageable pieces.
• Expert data analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Expert project financial and risk management skills.
• Expert team leadership skills.
• Knowledge of small arms or weapons systems.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certificate is required.

Responsibilities

• Manage the highest-complexity new product development, industrialization, CAPEX, or business-related projects.
• Develop project schedules and work plans using appropriate project management tools and methodologies, and ensure accountability for timely delivery across project teams.
• Manage assigned strategic initiatives.
• Develop processes and new ways of working for emerging business opportunities.
• Mentor less experienced Project Managers I and II and other contributors in project management practices.
• Mitigate risks and meet project budgets and cost targets with little to no supervision.
• Evaluate complex trade-offs and make or recommend decisions based on known facts and experience.
• Contribute to project management methodology and mindset throughout the organization.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior