Project Lead - Programs, Scheduling & Cost Management

Fairbanks Morse Defense; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Federal Equipment Co in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Project Lead to plan, organize, execute and monitor project activities within a program. You will ensure compliance with contract requirements, schedules, and customer service standards while coordinating cross-functional teams.

The role requires hands-on project management skills, strong communication, and the ability to work with ERP systems. Travel of 10-20% may be required to interact with customers and suppliers.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or associate degree with project management experience.
• Proven ability in scheduling, organizing, and cost management.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills with customers and teams.
• Experience with MS Office and MS Project; ERP familiarity preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, execute, monitor, coordinate, and control project activities.
• Ensure compliance with contract requirements, schedule, and budget targets.
• Maintain customer service and regular project data reports.
• Support Program Manager with contract compliance and cost management.
• Create and maintain project schedules; prepare monthly status reports.
• Negotiate with functional disciplines to meet scope, time, and cost.
• Travel as required (10-20%) for customer interactions.

Skills

Scheduling

Organization

Communication

Problem-solving

Cost management

Risk management

Negotiation

Conflict resolution

MS Office

Microsoft Projects

Customer relations

Travel readiness

Education

Associate or bachelor’s degree in business administration, management, technical degree, or equivalent project management experience

Tools

Oracle ERP

Job description

Federal Equipment Co in Cincinnati, OH seeks a Project Lead to plan, organize, execute and monitor project activities within a program. You will ensure compliance with contract requirements, schedules, and customer service standards while coordinating cross-functional teams.

The role requires hands-on project management skills, strong communication, and the ability to work with ERP systems. Travel of 10-20% may be required to interact with customers and suppliers.