IT Project Manager

Nidec Corporation; Lexington (TN); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Nidec Corporation in Lexington, Tennessee is looking for a Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams on various manufacturing-related projects. The role focuses on the complete direction, coordination, and implementation of projects to ensure timely and budget-compliant delivery.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s Degree and at least 4 years of direct project management experience, along with excellent communication skills and a solid understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Project. This position requires U.S. citizenship due to military necessities, with potential travel demands.

Qualifications

• Minimum 4 years direct project management experience.
• Full understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Project.
• U.S. Citizen required due to military requirements.

Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of the overall project.
• Develop project scope and objectives with relevant departments.
• Manage project budget and timelines.
• Monitor and report on project progress to stakeholders.
• Interface with internal departments and customers.

Skills

Project management experience

Excellent communication skills

Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Project

Risk management

Budget management

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Job Summary

Nidec, a global motor manufacturer, is seeking a Project Manager to lead multidisciplinary teams on manufacturing related projects.

Job Description

This position is responsible for leading multidisciplinary teams through the overall direction, coordination, implementation, execution, control and completion of specific manufacturing related projects.

Essential Duties / Responsibilities

• Lead the planning and implementation of the overall project.
• Develop project scope and objectives, involving all relevant individuals and departments, ensuring technical feasibility.
• Define project tasks and resource requirements.
• Develop and manage project budget.
• Plan and schedule project timelines.
• Track project deliverables using appropriate tools.
• Consistently monitor and report on progress of the project to all stakeholders.
• Present reports defining project progress, problems and solutions focusing on overall project schedule, costs and risks.
• Manage risks and issues and take corrective measures.
• Interface directly with all internal departments, outside suppliers/vendors and especially the customer regarding all facets of program control, management, and reporting.
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for successful execution of projects.
• Anticipate and manage changes to project scope, schedule, and costs; set new priorities and follow through to meet deadlines.
• Establish and maintain comprehensive project documentation.
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on time, within scope and within budget.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Manage up to 5 concurrent projects.
• Travel up to 25% of the time.
• Report and escalates to management as needed.

Experience / Skills

• Minimum 4 years direct project management experience.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Full understanding of Microsoft Office Suite, especially MS Project.
• Previous experience with government contracting preferred.
• Resilient and relentless in pursuit of targets and objectives.
• U.S. Citizen required due to military requirements for North Mankato facility.

Education

Candidate must possess a Bachelor’s Degree.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Nidec is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and affirmative action employer encouraging diversity in the workplace. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, genetic information, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. For more information regarding your EEO rights as an applicant, please visit the following website: http://www1.eeoc.gov/employers/upload/eeoc_self_print_poster.pdf

Work Shift Schedule

First Shift (United States of America).