This position is for a Project Manager I  position located in the Byhalia, Ms area. 

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Assisting in the development of all relevant aspects of the project management plan: including but not limited to: Scope, Cost, Schedule, Human Resources, Communication, Procurement, Quality, Change Management, Safety and Risk. Focus on engagement and gain input from all functional leaders during this process. Working with various life cycle processes and knowing how to conduct the planning activities within the context of those functional life cycle processes. Conduct a kick-off meeting with all key stakeholders in order to announce the start of the project and review the overall project plan and gain consensus. Develop a stakeholder management plan to communicate overall project status throughout the life cycle. Acquire and manage project resources to execute the project plan (mission based team assignments). Implement the quality management plan to required quality standards. Implement the approved changes and corrective actions required by following the change management plan to meet or exceed project requirements. Supports team building by generating mutual trust and encourages respect and cooperation among team members. Responsible for and management of overall project deliverables to Baseline Timing commitments, financial measures, performance measures and various Key Performance Indicators (KPI's). Manage changes to the project scope, project schedule, and project costs using appropriate verification techniques in order to keep the project plan accurate, updated, reflective of authorized project changes to facilitate customer acceptance. Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques in order to monitor the progress of the project, identify and quantify any variances, perform any required corrective actions, and communicate to all stakeholders. Monitor procurement and manufacturing activities in order to verify compliance with project deliverables, focusing on "on time" execution to the quality standards and management plan. Clearly and professionally communicates project issues to the Leadership Team for escalation and resolution. Assure completion of all required launch process deliverables (i.e. SPDP, other). Gain final acceptance from relevant stakeholders, confirming and assuring that project scope and deliverables were achieved.

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE: Bachelor's Degree or higher in Engineering or Technology field preferred. Minimum 5 years' experience working in a professional business environment. Able to write complex correspondence in a clear and understandable manner. Ability to read and comprehend information in a variety of forms. Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one situations to customers, clients and other employees of the organization. Working in small teams, building and maintaining relationships. Able to resolve issues and solve problems Use appropriate project management tools and techniques. Ability to demonstrate commitment to the project, operate with integrity, handle personal and team adversity in a suitable manner, and manage a diverse workforce.

Equal Opportunity Employer - minorities/females/veterans/individuals with disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity