Project Manager will report to the Director, Information Technology and be responsible for project management activities for technology projects of all sizes, ensuring projects meet objectives for business stakeholders. Successful candidates will be an effective communicator with solid critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, time management, organization and negotiation skills.
Project Manager responsibilities and essential job functions include, but are not limited to the following:
Identify project goals, objectives and scope, and create comprehensive project plans and action plans concerning tasks, resources and timeframes
Perform various duties such as scheduling of meetings, documenting meeting notes, outcomes and action items, performing risk management, and communicating with pertinent business stakeholders
Periodically, assist with the development and documentation of business requirements and specifications
Break projects into specific actions, define milestones and set timeframes
Identify and resolve issues that arise
Assign tasks to internal teams and assist with schedule management
Ensure that customers’ needs are met as projects evolve
Oversee current projects and manage team members to keep workflow on track
Act as the main point of contact and communicate project status to all participants
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation, plans and reports
Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business, or other related field of study or equivalent combination of education and experience
Previous project management experience
Knowledge and understanding of project management methodology such as Agile, Critical Path Method (CPM) and Waterfall; working experience utilizing such methodology preferred
Project Management certification a plus
- Understanding of the differences between various-sized projects, enhancement projects and production support
Solid critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, time management, organization and negotiation skills
Ability to work and collaborate cross-functionally with a diverse work group
Ability to work independently while supporting an overall team mentality
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment with rapidly changing priorities
Strong communication skills, both written and oral, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to clearly and effectively communicate with people at all levels of the organization and with external business partners
Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines while maintaining a positive attitude and providing unmatched customer service
Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite; Proficiency with Teamwork.com a plus
Ability to read, write and speak English fluently
R+L Global Logistics will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant’s race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal or state law. R+L Global Logistics will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for an assessment or job interview) if so requested. When completing this application, you may exclude information that would disclose or otherwise reference your race, religion, age, sex, genetic, veteran status, disability or any other status protected by federal or state law.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Business, or related field
- Previous project management experience
- Knowledge of project management methodologies including Agile, CPM, and Waterfall
- Project Management certification
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
What We Do
We empower businesses worldwide to ship smarter. R+L Global Logistics strives to provide the best freight solutions and logistics services to our customers. We offer the highest quality domestic and international transportation services including Full Truckload (FTL), Intermodal/Rail, Expedited/Domestic Priority, Service to and from Mexico and Canada, Trade Show, Supply Chain Management, High Value/High Risk Cargo, Warehousing and Fulfillment, Value Added, Customs Brokerage and more. We focus on customer requirements in order to meet the challenges of today’s business demands. Our ability to create solutions through a wide range of transportation outlets allows R+L Global Logistics to be your complete global transportation solution.
