Project Manager I

Job Overview
Manages the operational aspects of projects and programs. Will ensure that all project work is completed in accordance with SOPs, policies and practices.

Essential Functions
• Create, track and report on project timelines
• Manage project budgets and approval of invoices
• Produce and distribute status, tracking and financial reports for internal and external team members and senior management.
• Prepare and present project information at internal and external meetings.
• May be assigned responsibility for sub-projects or specific components of the project or program
• May participate in proposal development and sales/proposal presentations
• Coordinate with other project resources within and outside the organization.
• Provide input into project proposals and RFPs.
• Ensure that work is conducted in compliance with standard processes, policies and procedures and meets project timeline metrics.
• Serve as a backup contact for internal Project Managers.
• Identify and negotiate out of scope project work
• Responsibility for financial reporting on the project including tracking deliverables and invoicing
• Meet with team members on a regular basis regarding project tasks to ensure project milestones are met.
• Partner with other Project Managers to develop and implement process improvements

Qualifications
• Bachelor's Degree Req
• 3 years of related experience Req Or
• Equivalent combination of education, training and experience Req
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Good problem solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to deliver results to the appropriate quality and timeline metrics
• Good teamwork skills
• Excellent customer service skills
• Ability to work under limited direction
• Strong software and computer skills, including MS Office applications
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with coworkers, managers and clients