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Project Manager

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Actalent

11d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Business, Operations & Strategy
  • Portland, +1

AI generated summary

  • You must have 5+ years in project management, handling budgets, timelines, vendor relations, and team management, plus skills in risk, issue resolution, and documentation accuracy.
  • You will lead projects, manage teams and resources, develop plans and budgets, oversee vendor relations, address risks and issues, ensure documentation accuracy, and handle change control.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of project management
  • Supporting small to medium complexity projects
  • Experience with project plans, budgets, scope, timelines, outcomes, and deliverables
  • Experience with project cost and budget analysis
  • Vendor relationship management
  • Accountability
  • Team management
  • Resource negotiation
  • Risk management
  • Issue resolution
  • Change control management
  • Documentation accuracy

Responsibilities

  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Lead small to medium complexity projects, assuming accountability for delivering results
  • Manage project team, including NWN and external resources
  • Develop project plans, budgets, scope, timelines, outcomes, and deliverables using NWN PMO tools and analyses to estimate and track project costs and budgets
  • Define resource requirements and negotiate availability with resource managers
  • Manage vendor relationships to align vendor schedules, costs, and deliverables with the overall project plan
  • Establish, maintain, and update project risk log. Resolve project issues and escalate as appropriate
  • Manage project change control and follow existing policies
  • Ensure project-related documentation is accurate and complete

FAQs

What is the job title for this position?

The job title for this position is Project Manager.

What type of projects will the Project Manager be involved in?

The Project Manager will lead a business process design project to support five departments within NW Natural involved in Generator sales.

What are the key responsibilities of the Project Manager?

Key responsibilities include leading projects, managing project teams, developing project plans, budgets, and timelines, managing vendor relationships, establishing project risk logs, and ensuring project documentation accuracy.

What experience is required for the Project Manager position?

The position requires 5+ years of project management experience, particularly with small to medium complexity projects, as well as experience with project plans, budgets, scope, timelines, vendor relationship management, and project cost analysis.

What soft skills are necessary for the Project Manager?

Necessary soft skills include accountability, team management, resource negotiation, risk management, issue resolution, change control management, and documentation accuracy.

What is the job type and duration of this position?

This is a contract position with a duration of 6 months, with the possibility of extension.

Where is this position located?

This is a fully on-site position in Portland, Oregon, though hybrid schedules may be considered depending on experience.

What kind of work environment can the Project Manager expect?

The Project Manager can expect an office environment.

What benefits are offered for this position?

Benefits include medical, dental, and vision coverage, accrued sick time and vacation, paid holidays, a 401k plan, an Employee Assistance Program, ongoing education through Udemy, a 360-degree performance review process, and an Abenity Discount Program.

Is Actalent an equal opportunity employer?

Yes, Actalent is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applications without regard to various protected characteristics as outlined.

How does Actalent promote diversity, equity, and inclusion?

Actalent promotes DE&I by hiring diverse talent, maintaining an inclusive environment, building a culture of care and recognition, and ensuring growth opportunities for all employees.

Who should I contact for accommodation requests related to the application process?

You can email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for reasonable accommodation options related to the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability.

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