Project Manager (REQ861)

Project Manager

Stamford, CT

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Join the Stamford – Spartech Team!

In Stamford, Spartech manufactures high-performance acrylic sheets used in aerospace, security (bullet-resistance), displays, acrylic furniture, laser protection, and other demanding applications. Our products appear in airplanes, fighter jet canopies, helicopters, bank teller protection, tanning beds, and more. We combine advanced technology with skilled employees to deliver the highest quality acrylic sheet and exceptional service.

Job Summary

The Project Manager oversees all aspects of operational projects from plant consolidations to equipment relocation, using planning, monitoring, and controlling processes. The Project Manager is responsible for coordination and completion of the projects and will perform a variety of tasks including leading project teams, setting deadlines, assigning responsibilities, and monitoring and summarizing progress of the project. The Project Manager may be responsible for more than one project at a time.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Creates and executes project work plans and revisions as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements.
• Identifies resources needed and assigns individual responsibilities.
• Manages day-to-day operational aspects of a project and scope.
• Reviews deliverables prepared by team before passing on to client.
• Effectively executes project management methodology and enforces project standards.
• Prepares for engagement reviews and quality assurance procedures.
• Minimizes exposure and risk on projects.
• Ensures project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately.
• Project Accounting
• Tracks and reports team hours and expenses on a weekly basis.
• Manages project budget.
• Determines appropriate revenue recognition, ensures timely and accurate invoicing, and monitors receivables for project.
• Responsible for project cost.
• Travel - 10%

Education and Experience

• Bachelor of Science in Engineering or equivalent.
• Preferred PMP credentials.
• Must have experience in Greenfield (brand new factory) & Brownfield (existing factory expansion).
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Project, and Access.
• 5 – 10 years of Project Management experience within an engineering-based manufacturing environment.
• Strong Technical Writing, Communication, and Verbal Skills.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Understands the safety expectations and standards for the organization and holds team members and contractors to meeting or exceeding those expectations.
• Understands basic revenue models, P/L, and cost-to-completion projections and makes decisions accordingly.
• Lead proposal efforts, effectively convey our message, and facilitate regular meetings.
• Resolves and escalates issues in a timely manner.
• Lead, develop, and mentor team members.
• Identify opportunities for improvement and manage change effectively.
• Reviews status reports of team members and addresses issues as appropriate.
• Manage the work of electrical, mechanical, and construction contractors, keeping them on time and budget.
• Effective communication with community, state, and regulatory agencies.
• Motivates their project team to move with a sense of urgency.

We offer competitive salary, incentive, and benefit programs. - Most Benefits Start Day One!

Benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, & Vision.
• Company paid life and long-term and short-term disability programs.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• 401(k) with a strong matching program.
• 120 hours Paid Time Off (pro-rated based on hire date).
• 11 paid holidays.

Spartech LLC headquartered in Maryland Heights, Missouri is a leading manufacturing organization in the Custom Sheet & Roll Stock and Packaging markets with over a dozen locations throughout the United States. We have a broad customer base with extensive product offerings and technologies. Many of our materials are used in products you might see every day - for example, if you start your morning with a single serve yogurt, the container you ate from may be made from one of Spartech's products or the refrigerator where the yogurt was stored could have Spartech products in its interior features. More unique uses of our products can be seen in military or security applications, for example in fighter jet canopies or bullet resistant windows. From routine daily-life to life-saving applications - we make a difference. Our broad scope of products and services keep our environment interesting and challenging with a culture focused on success.

Spartech, LLC provides equal employment opportunity to all qualified applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status, or other legally protected classification in the state in which a person is seeking employment. Spartech will use E-Verify to ensure employment eligibility of newly hired employees where required.