Strategic Business Project Management Manager

Day Wireless Systems•Lacey, WA

About The Position

The Project Management Manager (PMM) oversees scheduling, pricing, and technical performance of organizational programs and projects, particularly within construction and systems. The role leads project managers, coordinators, and support staff and helps ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to quality standards. The PMM may also assist with business development initiatives. The PMM ensures master plans and schedules are followed, develops solutions to project and program challenges, and directs others toward successful completion. The role works with internal teams and external stakeholders to define project scope, goals, and deliverables; establishes and monitors timelines, milestones, and budgets; manages client expectations and project changes; and reports progress, issues, and solutions to senior management and other stakeholders. The position also coaches and motivates team members and promotes collaboration and continuous improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, or a related field.
At least 5 years of project management experience in construction and systems, with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and within budget.
Strong leadership and management skills, including the ability to lead and motivate a team.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including professional interaction with clients, stakeholders, and team members.
Proficiency with project management tools and software such as Microsoft Project, Primavera P6, or equivalent.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, including the ability to identify and resolve issues promptly.
Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Persuasion and negotiation skills.
Ability to troubleshoot issues and problems.
Ability to learn new technologies and hardware quickly.
Ability to work effectively with customers and suppliers.
Meticulous approach to producing high-quality results and a focus on meeting challenging customer commitments.
Ability to communicate difficult and sensitive information tactfully and address issues openly and quickly.
Knowledge of propagation modeling and tools, and a fundamental understanding of RF wave propagation theory.
Customer interface skills working with providers and customers.
Ability to use basic office applications, including PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Visio, AutoCAD Lite, and Outlook/email.
Valid driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree.
RF design skills, project management concepts, and DAS knowledge and experience.
Experience in communication site development, tower construction, system design, wireless networks, or 911 emergency dispatch centers.
Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM) or Project Management Professional (PMP) credential.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage project managers, coordinators, and support staff to execute projects successfully.
Develop and implement project management processes and best practices to improve efficiency and productivity.
Collaborate with sales, engineering, operations, and other internal teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
Establish project timelines, milestones, and budgets, and monitor progress against them.
Identify and mitigate risks and issues that may affect project delivery, taking proactive measures to address them.
Conduct project status meetings with stakeholders, provide updates, and address concerns or issues.
Ensure adherence to project management methodologies and standards and compliance with regulatory requirements.
Foster teamwork, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the project management team.
Review project deliverables with the project team before passing them to the client.
Assist with managing project budgets.
Set and manage client expectations and day-to-day interactions.
Develop and execute project work plans, revising them as needs and requirements change.
Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.
Present reports on project progress, problems, and solutions to senior management and other key stakeholders.
Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve project outputs.
Coach, mentor, motivate, and supervise project team members.
Participate in meetings with coworkers, customers, vendors, and other stakeholders.
Assist with business development initiatives as needed.