Project Manager

Akima, LLC • Herndon, VA

4h • $140,000 • Remote

About The Position

The Project Manager oversees and manages the technical and operational aspects of the project and serves as liaison between Sales Operations and project teams, Akima shared services (procurement, pricing for example) Sales and OEM’s. Reviews customer Delivery Orders, works with vendors, reviews requirements of the project ensuring terms are flowed down and up where appropriate. Manages budget and schedules and prepares status reports. Assesses project issues and develops resolutions to meet customer requirements and Affigent’s financial goals and objectives. Develops mechanisms for monitoring project progress, solving issues in the field and problem solving with team members and clients.

Requirements

• Knowledge of IT systems, Windows, Microsoft products.
• Ability to organize workflows to support multiple Sales Representatives from quoting to invoicing.
• Time management.
• Positive attitude.
• Ability to work well with others.
• High School diploma required.
• 4 - 6 yrs. related experience.
• Accounting knowledge, AP, AR.
• Very good attention to detail

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Business Central

Responsibilities

• Maintain regular liaison with all project contributors to ensure the necessary level of communication is in place to assure realization of their commitments.
• Attend meetings as required. Interface with the customer on technical issues, scheduling, and cost and respond to all customer technical and operational questions with appropriate assistance from functional organizations.
• Manage all customer change order processing and communication.
• Control project risk through early collaborative identification and quantification of risks and through development and implementation of risk mitigation strategies.
• Review all orders, review and provide input on quotes as needed.
• Ensure that all contract deliverables and services are properly delivered to the customer for acceptance within the contractual schedule and budget.
• Ensure all project budgets and business financial commitments are satisfied.
• Provide regular updates on project status.

Benefits

• The company offers a comprehensive benefits program, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) and a range of other voluntary benefits.
• Paid Time Off (PTO) is offered to regular full-time and part-time employees.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED