Project Manager I

3Md Inc.; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 68,000 - 108,000; Full time

Job summary

3Md Inc. is seeking a Project Manager I in Fort Wayne, IN to lead small to moderately complex customer-facing projects from plan through closeout. You will own the schedule, scope, budget, and risks, serving as the primary contact for customers during delivery.

Responsibilities include translating SOWs into plans, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring on-time, within-scope delivery with strong stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 3–5 years of PM experience.
• Proficient in project management methodologies and best practices.
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills to align scope, timelines and resources.
• Effective verbal, written, and active listening communication; tailor to audiences.
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and resources while balancing multiple priorities.
• Strong problem-solving skills with proactive corrective action plans.
• Adaptable under pressure and comfortable with changing requirements.
• Demonstrates ethical conduct, sound judgment and accountability.
• Builds collaborative, trust-based relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary client point of contact for all project milestones, status updates, and delivery activities.
• Translate client Statements of Work into actionable project plans, deliverables, and milestones.
• Develop and manage comprehensive project plans, schedules, and timelines to achieve delivery goals.
• Own project scope, budget, and risk; track spend-to-date and forecasted spend.
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional delivery teams including internal resources and client stakeholders.
• Manage customer expectations, escalations, and change control processes.
• Create and maintain project controls including action item lists, risk and issue logs.

Skills

Project management

Client communication

Budget & scheduling

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

MS Project

Project tracking systems

Job description

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01 - Salary w/Benefits Professional Fort Wayne, IN, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 3730

Salary Range: $68,000.00 To $107,500.00 Annually

U.S.-based employees have access to medical, dental, and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company contribution, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S.-based employees also receive, per calendar year, up to 6 scheduled paid holidays. Additionally, eligible hourly/non-exempt and exempt employees accrue up to 112 hours of PTO based on years of service and may annually take up to 8 hours of paid volunteer time. Additional paid sick leave is also provided if required by state or local law.

Summary of Position:

The Project Manager I is responsible for the successful delivery of small to moderately complex customer-facing projects with well-defined scopes. This role independently manages the full project lifecycle—from translating client SOWs into project plans through execution and closeout—while serving as the primary point of contact for customers during active delivery. The PM I owns project schedule, scope, budget, and risk, and works collaboratively with Project Coordinators and Program Managers to ensure client satisfaction and delivery excellence..

Essential Functions:

• Serve as the primary client point of contact for all project milestones, status updates, and delivery activities
• Independently translate client Statements of Work, Letters of Intent, and work orders into actionable project plans, deliverables, and milestones
• Develop,maintain, and manage comprehensive project plans, schedules, and timelines to achieve delivery goals
• Own project scope, budget, and risk management; track spend-to-date, forecasted spend, and budget burn rates
• Lead and coordinate cross-functional delivery teams including internal resources and client stakeholders
• Manage customer expectations, escalations, and change control processes in a proactive and professional manner
• Create andmaintainproject controls including action item lists, risk logs, issue logs, change control, and decision logs
• Communicate consistently with stakeholders and sponsors on project status, milestones, risks, and key decisions
• Drive structured project meetings with clear agendas, goals, and documented outcomes
• Ensureaccuratebilling by verifying project financials prior to invoicing
• Implement and manage project changes and interventions to achieve delivery objectives
• Work collaboratively with Project Coordinators to ensurelogisticsand operational activities are executed on schedule
• Contribute to continuous improvement byidentifyingprocess enhancements and operational efficiencies
• Ensures Accountability
• Tech Savvy
• Communicates Effectively
• Values Differences
• Customer Focus
• Drives Results
• Plans and Prioritizes
• Decision Quality
• Self-Development

This position is based in a professional office and warehouse setting and regularly utilizes workplace technology, including computers, smartphones, multifunction printers, cloud-based filing systems, and collaboration tools.

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee in this position frequently communicates with other co-workers/clients who have inquiries about the various projects and other needs. Must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations. The employee must be able to remain in a stationary position 75% of the time. The employee in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc. Constantly operate a computer and office machinery such as a calculator, keyboard, copy machine and printer. Frequently moves boxes with equipment weighing up to 25lbs across the building and/or to other offsite buildings for various project needs.

Required Education and Experience:

Bachelor's Degree

3-5 Years of Experience

Qualifications:

• Solid understanding of foundational project management principles, methodologies, and best practices
• Proficient in project management tools and software (e.g., MS Project, project tracking systems)
• Strong organizational and decision-making skills with ability to support stakeholder alignment on scope, timelines, and resources
• Effective verbal, written, and active listening communication skills; able to tailor communication toappropriate audiences
• Ability to manage budgets, timelines, and resources while balancing multiple priorities
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to recognize issues early and develop corrective action plans
• Adaptable under pressure; comfortable navigating changing requirements and team dynamics
• Demonstrates ethical conduct, sound judgment, and personal accountability in all situations
• Builds andmaintainscollaborative, trust-based relationships with clients, stakeholders, and team members

AAP/EEO Statement:

3MD Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on gender, sex, age, race and color, religion, marital status, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other category that is protected by applicable law.

Other Duties:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.