Project Manager III

FN America, LLC; Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

FN America, LLC is seeking a Project Manager III to lead high-complexity, cross-functional projects—ranging from new commercial products to law enforcement initiatives. You will drive schedules, budgets, risk management, and PM methodologies while mentoring junior PMs.

This role requires seven years in complex PM, a PMP, and a BA/BS in engineering, business management, or related field. Travel to facilities is expected in a typical office setting in Columbia, SC.

Qualifications

• Seven years of experience in complex project management in a cross-functional teaming environment developing products for commercial or military applications.
• Seven years of experience leading project teams (may be concurrent).
• PMP certification is required and valuable for the role.

Responsibilities

• Manages new product development, industrialization, CAPEX, or business-related projects of the highest complexity.
• Develops project schedules and work plans using appropriate project management tools and methodologies, while ensuring accountability for timely delivery across the project team.
• Manages strategic initiatives as assigned. Develops processes and new ways of working for emerging business opportunities.
• Mentors less experienced Project Managers IIs or other contributors in project management practices.
• Mitigates risks, meets budget, and meets project cost targets with little to no supervision.
• Evaluates complex trade-offs and makes or recommends decisions based on known facts and experience.
• Contributes to the Project Management methodology and mindset throughout the organization.
• Other duties as assigned*.

Skills

PMBOK knowledge

Schedule development

Budget management

Team facilitation

Risk management

Presentations

Interpersonal communication

Creative problem-solving

Decompose complex issues

Data analysis

Project financial management

Team leadership

Weapons systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor of Arts or Science in Engineering, Business Management, or related field

PMP certification

Tools

Microsoft Office

MS Project / ePPM

Job description

Description

FN America, LLC is a U.S. subsidiary of FN Herstal, S.A., a global leader in the development and manufacturing of high-quality, reliable firearms for military, law enforcement and commercial customers worldwide. Headquartered in Columbia, South Carolina, FN America is passionately committed to providing its customers with a portfolio of FN-branded products, training and support services that enhance user performance and safeguard their lives. For more information, visit us at or follow us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

Position Summary

The Project Manager III provides leadership, management, oversight, and principal liaison for all aspects for high complexity projects. In this role, the Project Manager III leads cross-functional efforts to develop new commercial products, new Law Enforcement products, or other strategic initiatives related to company goals. The Project Manager III also leads advancement of Project Management methodologies within FN America and trains less experienced Project Managers.

Job Duties

• Manages new product development, industrialization, CAPEX, or business-related projects of the highest complexity.
• Develops project schedules and work plans using appropriate project management tools and methodologies, while ensuring accountability for timely delivery across the project team.
• Manages strategic initiatives as assigned. Develops processes and new ways of working for emerging business opportunities.
• Mentors less experienced Project Manager Is and IIs or other contributors in project management practices.
• Mitigates risks, meets budget, and meets project cost targets with little to no supervision.
• Evaluates complex trade-offs and makes or recommends decisions based on known facts and experience.
• Contributes to the Project Management methodology and mindset throughout the organization.
• Other duties as assigned*.

Educational Requirements

Bachelor of Arts or Bachelor of Science in Engineering, Business Management, or related field is required.

Experience Requirements

Seven years of experience in complex project management in a cross-functional teaming environment developing products for commercial or military applications is required. Seven years of experience leading project teams is also required (may be concurrent).

Skills and Competencies

All FN America employees are expected to demonstrate accountability, collaboration, communication, customer focus, and innovation. Additional requirements of this position include:

• Knowledge and academic understanding of the Project Management Body of Knowledge (PMBOK).
• Knowledge of schedule development, budget management, team facilitation techniques, and risk management.
• Expert presentation and interpersonal communication skills.
• Expert creative problem-solving skills.
• Ability to break down complex issues into manageable pieces.
• Expert data analysis and critical thinking skills.
• Expert project financial and risk management skills.
• Expert team leadership skills.
• Knowledge of small arms or weapons systems.

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Project/Enterprise Portfolio and Project Management (ePPM).

Licenses/Certifications

Project Management Certificate (PMP) is required.

Working Conditions

Typical office environment with some travel between buildings and to other locations required. All FN America employees have a responsibility to participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace and to comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others.

All FN America employees have a responsibility to participate in the development of a safe and healthy workplace and to comply with instructions given for their own safety and health and that of others.