Senior Project Manager
Tallahassee, FL, US
Job Description
Senior Project Manager
- Leads project teams to complete projects as measured by time, cost, and quality.
- Demonstrates strong leadership and decision-making ability in a matrix environment.
- Promotes a cooperative project culture by defining and applying best practices to business processes.
Location and reporting
- The position reports to the PMO Manager
- This position is located in Tallahassee, FL, United States. This role is in-office, Monday through Friday, with a typical working day of 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. May on occasion need to hold meetings outside normal hours to accommodate project members in other time zones.
- Travel is rare
Job Responsibilities
Responsibilities for this position include but are not limited to, the following.
Project Execution
- Execute projects according to a phase gate process.
- Effective project planning and organization.
- Maintain key documents. Among these are project charter, schedule, business case, risk assessment, and issue log.
- Maintain the project team execution rhythm that follows the schedule execution, followed by schedule update, and finally, a control session with the team to address any variation from the committed schedule milestones.
- Manage the project risks and issues.
- Make effective decisions based on risk assessments.
- Monitor and control costs and resources.
- Recognize and address scope creep
Relationship Building
- Ability to communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.
- Must excel in building cooperative cross-functional teams.
- Instills confidence in the ability to lead, make decisions, and deliver results.
- Exhibit positive behavior that maintains a good perception of the project office.
Background & Skills
At Danfoss, we believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and a broader perspective in decision-making. When you consider this job posting, do you feel like your profile is not a perfect match? Numerous studies have found that women and people of color are more likely to apply only when they meet all requirements listed in the job posting. Even if you do not check all the boxes, we encourage you to apply anyway. We are curious to find out how you can bring new insights to the role or to Danfoss as an organization.
The ideal candidate possesses these skills.
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor of Science in Engineering or Business Administration
- 5 years of Project Management
- Project experience that includes design, procurement, and production
- Leadership experience in cross-functional team environment
- Experience with Microsoft Project or other project management software
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience in HVAC, automotive, aerospace, or other industry with advanced technology
- Experience in both engineering and manufacturing environments
- Work experience with a multi-national company, working with team members in locations around the world in different time zones
Danfoss – Engineering Tomorrow
At Danfoss, we are engineering solutions that allow the world to use resources in smarter ways - driving the sustainable transformation of tomorrow. No transformation has ever been started without a group of passionate, dedicated and empowered people. We believe that innovation and great results are driven by the right mix of people with diverse backgrounds, personalities, skills, and perspectives, reflecting the world in which we do business. To make sure the mix of people works, we strive to create an inclusive work environment where people of all backgrounds are treated equally, respected, and valued for who they are. It is a strong priority within Danfoss to improve the health, working environment and safety of our employees.
Following our founder’s mindset “action speaks louder than words”, we set ourselves ambitious targets to protect the environment by embarking on a plan to become CO2 neutral latest by 2030.
Danfoss is an EO employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or other protected category.
Nearest Major Market: Tallahassee