Job Title: Jr Level Project Manager

Location: Columbus OH

Work Schedule: Hybrid (2 days in office / 1 day visiting job sites)

Contract Details: 12mo contract to hire

Pay Rate : $39hr

We are seeking an experienced Project Manager to lead and manage various projects, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and maximum customer satisfaction. This role requires a dynamic individual capable of directing project teams, communicating effectively with stakeholders, and fostering continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Leadership: Manage and direct base, intermediate, and complex projects from initiation to closure. Ensure efficient, economical, and risk-balanced approaches to achieve short- and long-term objectives.

Stakeholder Communication: Develop and maintain relationships with all stakeholders, including internal and external customers, suppliers, contractors, and industry peers. Provide clear, transparent communication to facilitate sound business decisions.

• Promote and enable continuous improvement within the project team, enhancing quality and value delivery.

• Develop, review, and coordinate project plans, schedules, budgets, and resources. Ensure project activities are efficiently and timely performed.

• Support and enforce safety processes to ensure a safe working environment focused on Zero Harm.

• Secure and manage resources necessary for project execution, including overseeing vendor contracts and performance.

• Lead planning meetings, provide project updates, and communicate status to stakeholders through written and oral reports.

• Conduct project closeout activities, analyzing project success in achieving objectives and benefits.

Essential Functions:

• Plan, organize, direct, and coordinate project activities.

• Develop a comprehensive understanding of project management principles and apply them effectively.

• Communicate project details and lead meetings with stakeholders.

• Foster teamwork and seek customer satisfaction through strong relationships.

• Guide and provide feedback to improve project design, systems, procedures, schedules, and costs.

Basic Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, business, project management, or a related field.

• Associate's degree with 2 years of relevant experience.

• High School Diploma/GED with 4 years of relevant experience.

Experience:

• Specific project management experience required, not just coordinating activities.

• Strong communication, leadership, and team-building skills.

• Proficiency in project finance, including budgeting and forecasting.

Additional Requirements:

• Valid state driver's license.

• Familiarity with project management tools and techniques.

• Ability to develop strategic thinking, risk assessment, and project prioritization skills.

• Willingness to travel (typically 25% or less) and work in various environments, including office, power plants, and construction sites.

Work Conditions:

• Hybrid schedule: Monday - Wednesday in office, Thursday and Friday remote. Schedule subject to change.

• Occasional travel and site visits may require steel-toe/safety boots.

• Personal Attributes:

• Engaged and proactive in driving work and guiding projects.

• Strong questioning attitude and willingness to challenge assumptions.

• Continuous improvement mindset, seeking input from subject matter experts.

• This role offers the opportunity to lead significant projects within a dynamic team environment, with a focus on safety, efficiency, and customer satisfaction.

If this is a role that interests you and you’d like to learn more, click apply now and a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss this great opportunity. We look forward to speaking with you!

About ManpowerGroup, Parent Company of: Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells

ManpowerGroup® (NYSE: MAN), the leading global workforce solutions company, helps organizations transform in a fast-changing world of work by sourcing, assessing, developing, and managing the talent that enables them to win. We develop innovative solutions for hundreds of thousands of organizations every year, providing them with skilled talent while finding meaningful, sustainable employment for millions of people across a wide range of industries and skills. Our expert family of brands – Manpower, Experis, Talent Solutions, and Jefferson Wells – creates substantial value for candidates and clients across more than 75 countries and territories and has done so for over 70 years. We are recognized consistently for our diversity - as a best place to work for Women, Inclusion, Equality and Disability and in 2022 ManpowerGroup was named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for the 13th year - all confirming our position as the brand of choice for in-demand talent.

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