Project Manager

Toyon Research Corporation•Goleta, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Toyon Research Corporation is seeking a talented Project Manager to handle multiple complex projects simultaneously; planning, executing, and delivering program objectives on time and within budget. The Project Manager will be responsible for organization and oversight of the finances, schedule, and manpower for complex engineering projects. Individuals must demonstrate creativity, foresight, and mature judgment in anticipating and solving unprecedented engineering problems and negotiating critical issues. The Project Manager should be open to mentorship from senior Program Management.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Minimum of 3 years of experience in a similar role
Strong interpersonal and communication skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Exceptional problem-solving skills
Highly adaptable and thrives in ambiguous situations

Nice To Haves

Project Management certification (e.g. CAPM, PMP)
Skills in KPI development and tracking
Legal/contracts experience
Negotiation

Responsibilities

Collaborate with management and administrative teams to create internal plans and budgets for projects on an ad hoc basis
Create and manage integrated project schedules
Maintain and update project staffing plans
Formulate cost proposals and budgets with strong basis of realism and risk mitigation; responsibility to monitor and manage cost performance
Build strong rapport with internal and external stakeholders to foster positive working relationships
Identify, assess, and mitigate project risks to ensure successful project delivery
Provide oversight and coordination for facility upgrades and construction
Create high-quality presentations using PowerPoint and other tools
Utilize advanced Excel skills for engineering and planning purposes
Maintain composure in situations with challenging requirements and a need for time-critical problem-resolution