Project Manager

ADP, Inc.; Florida; On-site; USD 83,000 - 104,000; Full time

Job summary

Automatic Data Processing, Inc. in Lake Mary, Florida, is seeking a Project Manager to lead cross-functional projects from initiation through closure.

You will partner with the PMO and business sponsors to define scope, plans, budgets, timelines and deliverables that support strategic objectives. The role requires managing project teams across sites and time zones, monitoring risks, driving communications, and continually optimizing cost, quality, and schedule while handling confidential

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in project management.
• 2+ years in end-to-end project management.
• Business process mapping and optimization.
• Excellent verbal and written communications.
• Excellent analysis and problem solving skills.
• Must be able to handle confidential projects.
• MS Office proficiency.
• PMP certification.
• Six Sigma training.
• MS Project and MS Visio experience.
• Online project management software experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document projects in accordance with PMO standards.
• Identify and assess the business case of proposed projects to develop scopes, plans, schedules and deliverables that support strategic objectives.
• Fully define the project tasks, resources, budget, quality, timeline and deliverables to the satisfaction of the PMO and the sponsor.
• Lead project teams through planning, execution, monitoring and closure of all assigned projects.
• Manage multiple projects with project teams spread through multiple time zones; provide internal communications.
• Provide performance feedback on project team members and sponsors.
• Monitor risks and mitigation actions; optimize timelines, cost and quality.
• Support PMO maturity and service optimization.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Communication

Problem solving

MS Office

MS Project

MS Visio

PMP certified

Six Sigma

Online PM software

Tools

MS Office

MS Project

MS Visio

Online PM software

Job description

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Project Manager

Project Management Full Time Lake Mary, FL, US

Salary Range: $83,053.60 To $103,817.00 Annually

Job Summary:

The Project Manager leads multiple cross-functional projects from initiation through closure, partnering with the Project Management Office (PMO) and business sponsors to define scope, plans, budgets, timelines and deliverables that support strategic objectives. This role manages project teams across multiple sites and time zones, monitors risks and mitigation actions, drives communication planning and execution, and continually challenges plans and assumptions to optimize cost, quality and schedule. The Project Manager also contributes to the PMO's growing maturity and handles confidential projects with discretion.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None

Duties/Responsibilities:

Project Planning & Definition

• Develop and document projects in accordance with Project Management Office (PMO) standards.


• Partner with the PMO and business sponsors to identify and assess the business case of proposed projects in order to develop scopes, project plans, schedules and deliverables that support strategic objectives.


• Fully define the project tasks, resources, budget, quality, timeline and deliverables to the satisfaction of the PMO and the sponsor.


• Lead project teams through planning, execution, monitoring and closure of all assigned projects.


• Manage multiple projects with project teams spread through multiple time zones. These are the responsibilities that the employee may contribute to but does not have full accountability for delivering.


• Incorporate multi-level communication plans into all project schedules. PM will be responsible for execution of most internal communications.


• Provide performance feedback on project team members and sponsors.

Risk Management & Continuous Improvement

• Protect the organization and project outcomes through close monitoring of risks, mitigation strategies and actions.


• Continually challenge project plans and project assumptions to optimize timelines, cost and quality.


• Work within the PMO to develop greater maturity and optimize the services provided to the organization.

Core Competencies:

Leadership

Critical Thinking - Objectively analyzes issues and problems before forming judgments; uses data and logic to inform decisions

Employee Development - Provides actionable feedback, creates learning opportunities, and supports growth aligned with individual strengths and business needs.

Leadership - Effectively leads teams in achieving goals and demonstrates a positive example aligned with company mission and values.

Managerial Courage - Addresses difficult issues directly, provides honest feedback, and makes timely, respectful decisions.

Priority Setting - Identifies key priorities, balances urgency and importance, and manages time and resources effectively.

Provider/Vendor Relations - Establishes and maintains professional vendor relationships, negotiates productive agreements, resolves issues, and ensures compliance with company policies.

Project Management:

Change Control - Manages changes to systems, processes, or projects through formal methods to minimize disruption and ensure proper documentation, approval, and implementation.

Project Management - Manages projects from design through delivery, ensuring stakeholder alignment and quality outcomes.

Project Planning - Defines objectives, timelines, and resources to successfully launch and manage projects of varying scope.

Team Mobilization - Aligns priorities, removes obstacles, and motivates teams to achieve shared goals.

Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience in project management


• 2 + years in end-to-end project management


• Business process mapping and optimization


• Excellent verbal and written communications


• Excellent analysis and problem solving skills


• Must be able to handle confidential projects


• MS office proficiency


• PMP certification*


• Six Sigma training**


• MS project and MS Visio experience**


• Online project management software experience_*

Physical Requirements and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to navigate stairs within the office.


• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.


• Ability to use standard office equipment such as a computer, keyboard, and mouse.


• Occasional lifting of office supplies and materials.

Travel

• Minimal travel required, depending on business needs and specific role requirements.


• Office-based role with a majority of time spent on a computer.


• Participation in virtual meetings.


• Standard office environment with typical office noise levels.

EEO Statement

The Company provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. Executive leadership has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without notice. These statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work involved for this job. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of this job. The employee is expected to adhere to all company policies and to act as a role model in the adherence to policies.