Research & Development Project Manager III

Schweitzer Engineering Laboratories (SEL)•Pullman, WA

9d•$86,700 - $128,100•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented professional to manage technical projects from initiation to completion. The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between an organization’s objectives and technical solutions, ensuring that all agreed upon project goals are delivered on time and within budget. This role requires strong leadership, communication, organizational skills, and a deep understanding of technical process and project management methodologies.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in related field or equivalent experience
Typically 8 years of direct experience in coordinating projects
Exemplary coordination, organization, and prioritization skills
Demonstrated leadership within a cross-functional team
Expert level knowledge of project management skills, techniques, and terminology
Moderate level of business acumen related to budgets, expense planning, resource allocation, and forecasting
Ability to manage project problems requiring creativity and ingenuity
Ability to exercise latitude when determining and initiating work assignments
Strong knowledge and use of project management tracking software
Excellent writing, documentation, and speaking skills
Ability to learn new skills and assume new responsibilities
Ability to work cooperatively in a team environment

Responsibilities

Coordinate the activities of multiple divisions/departments to meet project objectives.
Lead in driving consensus decisions among project stakeholders and team members.
Work under general guidance from manager to establish project plans, and execute and coordinate multiple complex, cross-functional/discipline projects.
Ensure project teams follow applicable processes.
Create, maintain, monitor, and analyze accurate metrics, project files, and project tracking records such as time reporting, financial records, schedules, budgets, and summary spreadsheets.
Provide insight to management on trends.
Own accurate assessment and analysis of project deliverables to assist the team with meeting project objectives such as cost, schedule, and quality objectives.
Readily and promptly identify project performance related issues.
Anticipate, identify, track and help mitigate project related risks.
Present to, and communicate effectively with, executive management, leadership, and team members on project status.
Identify opportunities for improvement to project processes and drive the effort to make those improvements.
Mentors others.
May lead or supervise others.