Project Manager II

The Project Manager II is responsible for the leadership of projects that are cross-functional and have a medium to high degree of complexity. The Project Manager II has working knowledge of best practices of project management. The incumbent is responsible for the overall health of the project, ensuring that requirements are established and met, deliverables are completed and reviewed, and the project is completed on schedule and within scope and budget in accordance with the organization’s quality standards. The incumbent will be responsible for two or more projects running concurrently. The Project Manager II will act as a contributor on internal working groups/department initiative projects and may be responsible for mentoring and training other members of the Project Team.

• Develops project plans for schedule, resources, and budget. Requires collaboration with resources managers, lead team members, Finance, and executives.
• Coordinates with project teams to identify issues, risks, and opportunities for improvement; and designs strategies to mitigate or avoid future risks.
• Monitors and manages project quality to ensure project deliverables are acceptable and fulfill the terms of the project contract or specifications and is complete.
• Compiles and distributes project information, status reports, and portfolio budget expenditures.
• Actively engages in continuous improvement of the organization's project management processes and standards.
• Other duties as assigned
  • Interacts with the senior managers, executives, and major stakeholders to establish strategic plans and objectives for an organization

• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification Recommended
• Bachelor’s Degree required
• Understanding of the Project Management Institute (PMI) framework
• Solid work knowledge of various project management methodologies (e.g., agile/scrum)
• Ability to manage concurrent project activities across 2 business lines.
• Possesses a working knowledge of project management.
• Work with indirect supervision
• Microsoft proficient Word, Excel, PowerPoint Visio, and Project Management Tool (e.g., MS Project, Smartsheets, etc.).
• Project management monitoring, in addressing changes in scope and budget, in project resourcing, and in the use of a computer and applicable software.
• Ability to manage project activities; to establish project goals and objectives; to exercise sound judgment in making critical decisions; to analyze complex information and develop plans to address identified issues; to demonstrate negotiation and facilitation skills; to identify project risks and gaps; to prepare reports; to communicate effectively; and to mentor others where appropriate