Friday, November 21, 2008

Project Manager in Dallas, TX

Our Dallas client is looking for a Project Manager to roll out a new in house software and distribution program. The position is for an individual contributor but will need to develop strong working relationships with both internal stake holders and external resources.JOB SUMMARYThe role of the Project Manager is to strategically plan and tactically execute the roll out of a new company wide software and distribution program. This includes coordinating the efforts of project team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver the roll out according to plan. The Project Manager will guide the definition of the project's objectives with key business partners and oversee quality control throughout the project lifecycle. This is a hands-on position requiring tact, accountability and excellent communication skills.TOP REQUIREMENTS1. Create Project Timelines and assist direct VP in tracking, adjustments and accountability.2. Manage scheduling and contact with suppliers, NSCenter, and plants.3. Spend planning and detail tracking of payments.4. Monitor and report on timeline success and adjustments.5. Work with Director on components order schedules.6. Work with Manager to coordinate the installation teams.7. Work with plant on receiving and delivery of the equipment to the store site.8. Work with bagger/box manufacturing on build timing and delivery.9. Work with ice maker provider on order timing and delivery.10. Report status of project(s) at a senior level in support of the VP.FULL RESPONSIBILITIES Directs and manages the project roll out throughout full project lifecycle. Defines project scope, goals and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders. Develops full-scale project plans and associated communications documents. Effectively communicates project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.Liaise with project stakeholders on an ongoing basis.Manages risks and establishes project recovery plans when required. Resolves disputes with minimal need for escalation.Estimates the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.Drafts and submits budget proposals, and recommend subsequent budget changes where necessary.Sets and continually manages project expectations with teamIdentifies and resolves issues and conflicts within the project team.Plans and schedules project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.Tracks project milestones and deliverables.Develops and delivers progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation & presentations.Proactively manages changes in project scope, identify potential crises, devise contingency plans.Builds, develops, and grows any business relationships vital to the success of the project.Conducts project post mortems and create a recommendations report in order to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements.Develops best practices and tools for project execution and management.Ensures deliverables are on-time, within scope and of exceptional quality.Ensure smooth handoff, when necessary, of projects to appropriate groups for ongoing support.Handle special department projects as assignedQualifications/Skills Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills. A team player with a can-do mindset. Proven analytical skills. Hands on. Able to work with little direct supervision. Good organization skills and attention to detail.Education/EXPERIENCE Bachelors degree required; MBA a plus. Minimum of 4 years direct experience. High proficiency with Microsoft office applications (Word, Excel and PowerPoint). Proficiency in software packages with mapping, implantation planning, etc. Please visit us on the web at www.frontlinesourcegroup.comEqual Opportunity Employer, M/F/V/D. Candidates must have authorization to work in the U.S. Clients will not sponsor visas.Frontline Source Group is one of the fastest growing Information Technology, Accounting, Legal, Human Resource, Administrative and Clerical staffing and direct hire firms with offices throughout Texas , with locations in Austin , Dallas , Fort Worth , Plano , Houston , Sugar Land and The Woodlands and Pensacola, FL.

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