Project Manager

Location: Beachwood OH

Onsite Flexibility: Onsite

• Position Type: Contract
• Contract Duration: 7 months
• Pay Rate: $80.00$85.00 / Hour (USD)
• Work Authorization: Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

As a Project Manager you will be responsible for leading complex programs and initiatives from conception through implementation driving cross-functional teams to achieve strategic objectives and deliverables. Leveraging your experience and leadership skills you will manage program scope schedule budget and resources to ensure successful outcomes.

This role also carries specific responsibility for leading and coordinating Payroll Processing implementation for US Canada Mexico and Brazil as part of a key project strategy including management of regional timelines in-country resources and key vendor relationships.

• Lead the planning execution and oversight of large-scale programs and projects ensuring alignment with organizational goals objectives and priorities.
• Define program scope objectives deliverables and success criteria and develop detailed project plans schedules and budgets to achieve them.
• Establish and maintain effective governance structures communication channels and stakeholder engagement strategies to ensure transparency accountability and alignment throughout the program lifecycle.
• Manage cross-functional project teams including internal and external stakeholders to execute project activities resolve issues and mitigate risks.
• Monitor program performance metrics track progress against milestones and report on program status risks and issues to senior management and stakeholders.
• Lead change management initiatives facilitate decision-making processes and drive continuous improvement efforts to enhance program effectiveness and efficiency.
• Mentor and coach junior program managers and project team members fostering a culture of collaboration learning and professional development.
• Drive risk identification and escalation through RAID logs and formal channels while tracking vendor costs and resource constraints for the assigned region.
• Oversee the preparation and review of Key Design Decision (KDD) documents current state documentation and project deliverables.
• Lead the creation of mitigation training and cutover plans to ensure successful regional execution.
• Management of US Canada Mexico Brazil timelines.
• Escalate risks issues and decisions using RAID log and other formal channels.
• Identify resource constraints.
• Provide 4-up weekly for assigned region.
• Financial tracking for assigned region of vendor costs.
• Coordination with in-country resources to ensure execution.
• Assist in preparing Key Design Decision (KDD) documents and presenting for review/approval.
• Liaison with key vendors.
• Coordination of in-country testing resources.
• Analytical review of project documents.
• Responsibility for current state documentation for region including coordination of SOP creation/modification and process mapping.
• Creation of mitigation training and cutover plans for assigned region.
• Conduct workshop with in-country teams to assess processes and create action plans to ensure flawless Operational Day 1 execution.

• Proven track record of successfully managing complex programs and projects from initiation to closure delivering on time within budget and meeting quality standards.
• Strong leadership communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills with the ability to analyze complex issues identify solutions and drive resolution.
• Proficiency in project management methodologies tools and techniques such as PMBOK Agile and Waterfall.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced dynamic environment managing multiple priorities and adapting to changing requirements and priorities.

• Experience managing programs or projects in a technology engineering or product development environment.
• Knowledge of program/portfolio management tools and software (e.g. Microsoft Project JIRA Smartsheet).
• Familiarity with industry-specific regulations standards and best practices.
• Previous experience in leadership roles or managing cross-functional teams.

• Bachelors degree in Business Administration Project Management Engineering or related field required.
• Masters degree in Business Administration Project Management or related field preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent preferred.

• 69 years of experience in program management project management or a related role with demonstrated progression in responsibility and leadership.

• Medical Vision and Dental Insurance Plans
• 401k Retirement Fund

This client is a global power management company operating in more than 100 countries with revenues of approximately $20.8 billion and a workforce of approximately 160000 employees worldwide. Founded in 1911 the organization develops intelligent power management technologies spanning electrical systems aerospace components vehicle powertrain solutions and data center infrastructure solutions that support businesses governments and communities in operating more safely efficiently and sustainably. Teams here include electrical engineers power systems specialists aerospace technicians software developers supply chain professionals and business operations specialists who collaborate across a broad portfolio of divisions globally.

GTT is a minority-owned staffing firm and a subsidiary of Chenega Corporation a Native American-owned company in Alaska. We highly value diverse and inclusive workplaces and support Fortune 500 organizations across banking financial services technology life sciences biotech utilities and retail sectors throughout the U.S. and Canada.

Job Number: 26-14564

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