Strategic Projects Manager

Audubon Companies•Houston, TX

4d•Remote

About The Position

Audubon is currently seeking a Strategic Projects Manager to join our growing Data Center team. We are entrepreneurial minded company and are looking for a growth-focused Strategic Projects Manager who is a seller-doer. You will be accountable for regional business development with new and existing clients as well as the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of assigned projects ensuring consistency with Audubon's company strategy, commitments, and goals. This position reports to the Director of Advanced Facilities. In this role, the Strategic Projects Manager will be responsible for growth and project management of a new Advanced Facilities region in Texas, USA. You will source and meet with clients, both new and existing, develop relationships, and be the face of Audubon Advanced Facilities in that region. As project opportunities arise, you'll put your PM skills to good use by supporting the client through the project process. Being local to Texas is strongly preferred, but remote is an option as well. If remote, there is a requirement to be within a half days travel distance to meet with clients and check on projects. Travel is expected to be 25%-50% initially, with a reduction to 25% or less as the region grows (location/client dependent).

Requirements

5-8+ years' of project management and field experience working in data center or similar critical industries
Strong self-motivation
Proven ability to solve problems creatively
Excels in a highly-dynamic and ambiguous environment
Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices
Experience with full life-cycle projects - Conception through commissioning
Excellent analytical and communication skills
Strong interpersonal skills
Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline

Nice To Haves

Project Management Professional (PMP) certification preferred
BD experience preferred

Responsibilities

Manage internal Customer Relations Management (CRM) system for your clients/region
Business Development (BD) with new and existing clients
Determine and define project scope and objectives
Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner
Prepare budget based on scope of work and resource requirements
Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan
Track project costs in order to meet budget
Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress
Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution
Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed
Measure project performance to identify areas for improvement