Production Program Project Manager

Harris Geospatial Solutions; Camden (NJ); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a Specialist Project Manager to lead project execution and implement Earned Value Management principles. This role requires a detail-oriented individual who can manage complex projects within a matrixed organization, ensuring adherence to budgets and schedules. You will collaborate across functions, driving performance metrics and fostering communication among teams. If you are passionate about project management and thrive in a dynamic environment, this opportunity offers the chance to make a significant impact in a critical sector, contributing to national security through innovative technology solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree with 4+ years of project management experience required.
• PMP certification is essential for this role.

Responsibilities

• Oversee contract execution and manage project performance using EVM.
• Coordinate with various teams to ensure project alignment and success.

Skills

Project Management

Earned Value Management (EVM)

Analytical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem-Solving

Communication Skills

Leadership Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Graduate Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Project

SAP

Job description

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do.

L3Harris Technologies is the Trusted Disruptor in the defense industry. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security.

Job Description:

The Production Program Project Manager oversees all efforts relating to contract execution and is responsible for planning, executing, and monitoring projects from beginning to end, according to strict deadlines and budgets. The Production Program PM acts as the point-of-contact between elements of Program Management, Manufacturing, Procurement, Test, Quality, Engineering, and Finance. They ensure cost and schedule conformance on assigned projects by coordinating the procurement, build, and test of complex electronic systems.

We are seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Specialist Project Manager to lead and support project execution while driving the implementation of Earned Value Management (EVM). This role will be responsible for ensuring project performance is accurately measured using EVM principles, assisting with scheduling by taking actual project measurements, and supporting other projects in implementing EVM methodologies.

Responsibilities:

• Handle stressful situations with maturity, respect, and confidence.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.
• Be a self-starter with a track record of identifying and implementing creative solutions to complex problems.
• Demonstrate attention to detail with strong organizational skills.
• Excel in a team environment with the ability to avoid and resolve conflict.
• Interpret basic engineering instructions and drawings.
• Understand various manufacturing processes and methods.

Essential Functions:

• Responsible for managing small projects within a matrixed organization, communicating with stakeholders internal and external to the organization.
• Communicates within and outside of own function to gain cooperation on operational processes, practices, and procedures.
• Implement EVM processes across projects to track cost, schedule, and performance metrics.
• Develop and maintain EVM baselines, including Planned Value (PV), Earned Value (EV), and Actual Cost (AC).
• Perform lead-time and critical path analysis on multi-level hardware builds.
• Assess cost and schedule risks and develop associated mitigations.
• Monitor and report financial, schedule and technical performance of assigned projects.
• Oversee project budgets with the responsibility to analyze, manage and report on budget performance and variance analysis.
• Coordinate with Master Schedulers and Master Planners to develop baseline project plans.
• With functional leader support, develop the Work Breakdown Structure, project schedules, resource plans, and risk management strategies.
• Monitor and control project performance using industry best practices.
• Responsible for process improvement, drawing on best practices and lessons identified.
• Works alongside operations, supply chain, and engineering at various levels to complete projects and processes.
• Estimate sales forecasts for labor and material.
• Act as a bridge between different teams, ensuring alignment of project goals and priorities.
• Utilize program management tools to monitor and report program performance to objectives (including budget, schedule, and other management requirements), and facilitate project coordination and decision-making.
• Able to travel up to 10%.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree and minimum 4 years of prior relevant project management experience. Graduate Degree and a minimum of 2 years of prior related project management experience. In lieu of a degree, minimum of 8 years of prior related project management experience.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification.

Preferred Additional Skills:

• Related experience in a manufacturing, production, or other highly schedule-based environments.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and ability to analyze data using graphs and pivot tables.
• Experience using schedule management tools such as Microsoft project.
• Experience with SAP or other ERP/MRP systems.
• Demonstrated ability in financial or data analysis and monitoring is desired.
• Experience in cost control, budgeting, and forecasting.
• Ability to work effectively in a cross-functional environment, facilitating collaboration between engineering, QA, and test site teams.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels.

L3Harris Technologies is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. L3Harris is committed to treating all employees and applicants for employment with respect and dignity and maintaining a workplace that is free from unlawful discrimination. All applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or other related medical conditions), gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, characteristic or membership in any other group protected by federal, state or local laws. L3Harris maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

Please be aware many of our positions require the ability to obtain a security clearance. Security clearances may only be granted to U.S. citizens. In addition, applicants who accept a conditional offer of employment may be subject to government security investigation(s) and must meet eligibility requirements for access to classified information.

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