Position Overview
The Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed on time, within scope and budget. The role requires excellent organizational, leadership, and communication skills to coordinate tasks across various departments and ensure the successful delivery of project objectives.
Key Responsibilities
1. Project Planning and Initiation
Define project scope, objectives, and deliverables in collaboration with stakeholders.
Develop detailed project plans, including timelines, milestones, resource allocation, and risk
assessments.
Identify project requirements and ensure alignment with business goals.
2. Execution and Monitoring
Lead the execution of project plans by coordinating activities across teams and departments.
Monitor project progress and performance using KPIs, ensuring alignment with project goals.
Identify and address project risks, challenges, and issues in a timely manner.
3. Budget Management
Develop and manage project budgets, ensuring cost-effective utilization of resources.
Monitor project expenditures and financial performance against budget projections.
Provide regular budget updates and reports to stakeholders.
4. Stakeholder Communication
Serve as the primary point of contact for project stakeholders, keeping them informed of progress,
changes, and risks.
Facilitate regular meetings with stakeholders to gather feedback and adjust plans as necessary.
Manage relationships with external vendors, contractors, or consultants involved in the project.
5. Team Leadership
Lead and motivate project teams, ensuring clear roles, responsibilities, and expectations.
Provide guidance and support to team members to overcome challenges and achieve project objectives.
Foster a collaborative and positive working environment.
6. Documentation and Reporting
Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including project plans, status reports, and post-project reviews.
Provide regular updates to senior management on project progress, performance, and key metrics.
Ensure all project deliverables are documented and meet quality standards.
Qualifications and Skills
Education and Certification
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Project Management, or a related field.
Certification in Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2, or Agile) is preferred.
Experience
3–7 years of experience in project management roles, preferably in the relevant industry.
Proven track record of delivering projects successfully on time and within budget.
Skills and Competencies
Strong knowledge of project management methodologies (e.g., Waterfall, Agile).
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
Effective communication and interpersonal skills to manage diverse teams and stakeholders.
Proficiency in project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Trello, Jira).
Key Attributes
Detail-oriented with a focus on quality and accuracy.
Adaptable and flexible to handle changing priorities or unexpected challenges.
Results-driven with a strong sense of accountability.
Collaborative and skilled in fostering teamwork.
