Project Manager I (Utilities)

CSS; Forest Park (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CSS in Forest Park, GA seeks a Project Manager I to oversee project scope, cost, and schedule while coordinating with vendors and internal teams. You will prepare status reports for leadership and support projects of limited complexity under close supervision.

The role emphasizes collaboration, resource estimation, and adherence to safety, quality, and delivery goals. Strong planning and communication skills are essential for success in this entry-level PM position.

Qualifications

• High School Degree or equivalent required or experience.
• Associate's degree preferred for growth path.
• Proven ability to manage processes to achieve objectives.

Responsibilities

• Provide support with project development from start to finish.
• Assist in defining project scope, goals, and deliverables.
• Develop full-scale project plans and communications documents.
• Communicate project updates to the manager.
• Estimate resources and staffing needs.
• Align activities with safety, quality, delivery, and cost goals.
• Draft and submit budget proposals and track changes.
• Identify and resolve project issues and conflicts.
• Plan and schedule timelines and milestones.
• Track progress and deliverables.
• Prepare progress reports and presentations.

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Scheduling

Vendor management

Communication

Problem solving

Negotiation

Education

High School Degree or equivalent

Associate's degree preferred

Job description

We are seeking a Project Manager I to join our team in Forest Park! As a Project Manager I, you will manageand overseeall aspects of a project to ensure it is completed on-time and within budget. You are responsible for managing scope, cost, schedule, internal staffing and outside vendors. You will preparereports for upper management regarding status of project, as well as workon projects/matters of limited complexity in a support role. Your work is closely managed.

Responsibilities:

• Provides support with project development from beginning to end
• Assists in defining project scope, goals and deliverables to support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
• Assists in developing full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
• Effectively communicates project updates and progression to manager
• Estimates resources and participants needed to achieve project goals
• Aligns activities with corporate goals around safety, quality, delivery and cost
• May perform root cause analysis on gaps, identifies waste, and works with leadership to drive sustainable corrective action
• Drafts and submits budget proposals, and recommends subsequent budget changes
• May negotiate with other department managers for acquisition of required personnel
• Determines and assesses need for additional staff or consultants and makes appropriate staffing adjustments during project cycle
• Sets and manages project expectations with team members
• Identifies and resolves issues and conflicts within project team
• Identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path
• Plans and schedules project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools
• Tracks project milestones and deliverables
• May develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations
• Manages changes in project scope, identifies potential concerns, and devises contingency plans

Qualifications:

• High School Degree or equivalent experience required; Associate's degree preferred
• 2 years required, 4 years experience preferred of directing work in a project management capacity, including all aspects of process development and execution
• Business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods
• Proven ability to manage processes to achieve objectives
• Ability to build effective business relationships with other functional areas to best support mutual objectives
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze workflow and processes to provide productive service to internal and external customers
• Interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills required
• Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and product
• Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient computer skills