Project Manager - Non IT

LanceSoft Inc; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is seeking a non-IT Project Manager to coordinate various projects across engineering, research, and product roll-out. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, along with a Bachelor's degree in business administration and relevant experience. This role involves planning, directing activities, and managing staff to ensure project success.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years experience required.
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate projects and make detailed plans to accomplish goals.
• Recruit employees and oversee their work.
• Analyze technology and resource needs for project feasibility.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Interpersonal Skills

Time Management

Education

Bachelor's degree in business administration

PMI or PMP certification

Tools

MS Word

MS PowerPoint

MS Project

Visio

Job description

The main function of a non-IT project manager is to plan, direct, or coordinate activities in such fields as engineering, research and development, financial systems and product roll-out, etc or any other non-IT based project.

Job Responsibilities:
• Coordinate projects, making detailed plans to accomplish goals and directing the integration of technical activities.
• Present and explain proposals, reports and findings to clients.
• Recruit employees, assign, direct, and evaluate their work, and oversee the development and maintenance of staff competence.
• Analyze technology, resource needs and market demand, to plan and assess the feasibility of projects.
• Confer with management, production and marketing staff to discuss project specifications and procedures.
• Review and recommend or approve contracts and cost estimates.

Skills:
• Verbal and written communication skills, problem solving skills, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage one’s time.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality control, costs and other techniques for maximizing the effective manufacture and distribution of goods.
• Knowledge of business and management principles involved in strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods.
• Knowledge of computer software, such as MS Word, MS PowerPoint, MS Project, Visio etc.

Education/Experience:
• Bachelor's degree in business administration or a related field.
• PMI or PMP certification preferred.
• 5-7 years experience required.