Project Manager Team Lead

Higginbotham Payroll Services LLC; Fort Worth (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401K with company match

Wellness program

Holiday and PTO

Job summary

Higginbotham Payroll Services LLC seeks a seasoned Project Manager to oversee high-impact projects from inception to completion. You will ensure on-time delivery within scope and budget, drawing on extensive marketing and communications project management experience.

You will coordinate with stakeholders, manage budgets, and drive process improvements while maintaining rigorous documentation and reporting to senior management.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of project management experience on complex projects.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in marketing and communications project management.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead detailed project plans with scope, timelines and budgets.
• Act as primary contact for stakeholders and manage expectations.
• Prepare and manage project budgets and track expenditures.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies throughout the lifecycle.
• Ensure quality standards and adherence to specifications.
• Oversee daily project activities and adjust plans as needed.
• Maintain thorough project documentation and status reports.

Skills

Agile project management

Communication

Leadership

Detail orientation

Stakeholder management

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Tools

Asana

Workfront

Microsoft Office

Ziflow

Job description

Position Summary:

The Project Manager will oversee and manage high-impact projects from inception to completion, ensuring they meet organizational goals, are delivered on time, within scope, and on budget. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in marketing and communications project management, demonstrate strong technology and organizational capabilities, and have a proven track record of managing complex, fast-paced projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Project Planning: Develop detailed project plans, including scope, objectives, deliverables, timelines, and resource requirements. Coordinate and lead project activities, ensuring milestones and deliverables are met. Identify project risks and develop mitigation strategies.
• Stakeholder Management: Act as the point of contact for project stakeholders. Communicate project goals, progress, and changes effectively to ensure alignment and manage expectations.
• Budget Management: Prepare and manage project budgets, track expenditures, and ensure financial resources are used efficiently.
• Risk Management: Identify potential project risks and develop mitigation strategies. Monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle to minimize impact on project outcomes.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure project deliverables meet quality standards and adhere to specifications. Implement and monitor quality control processes.
• Project Execution: Oversee day-to-day project activities, resolve issues, and ensure tasks are completed according to the project plan. Adapt plans and strategies as needed to address any changes or challenges.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain comprehensive project documentation, including plans, reports, and meeting minutes. Prepare and present regular project status reports to senior management.
• Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to enhance project management practices and increase efficiency within the team.

Specific Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies and tools (e.g., Agile, Asana, Workfront, etc.).
• Proficient in budget management.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to manage stakeholder expectations and facilitate collaboration.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Detail-oriented with a strategic mindset and the ability to see the big picture.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under pressure.
• Proactive and adaptable, with a strong focus on achieving project goals and delivering results.
• Skilled in Microsoft Office programs, Asana, Ziflow and able to learn internal software programs quickly.

Experience and Education:

• Minimum of 7 years of project management experience, with a proven track record of managing complex projects.

Core Competencies:

• Leadership: Display leadership skills and ability to motivate fellow employees
• Ability to Analyze and Solve Problems: Skill in recognizing challenges, exploring options, and implementing effective solutions in a timely manner
• Attention to Detail: A strong focus on completing tasks and projects accurately and thoroughly
• Communication Skills: Capable of expressing ideas clearly in both verbal and written forms and engaging with various audiences
• Timely Task Completion: Ability to finish tasks and projects efficiently, managing resources and priorities effectively
• Team Collaboration: Willingness to work together with others, promoting teamwork and supporting shared goals
• Client Focus: Dedication to understanding and addressing the needs of clients and stakeholders to ensure their satisfaction
• Dependability: Acknowledgment of the importance of being present and punctual.
• Creative Thinking: Openness to suggesting new ideas and methods to improve processes and outcome
• Organizational Skills: Capability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Adaptability: Willingness to adjust to changing situations and priorities, showing resilience in a dynamic work environment

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to lift 50 pounds.
• Repeated use of sight to read documents and computer screens.
• Repeated use of hearing and speech to communicate on telephone and in person.
• Repetitive hand movements, such as keyboarding, writing, 10-key
• Walking, bending, sitting, reaching and stretching in all directions.

Benefits & Compensation

• Higginbotham offers medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, 401K, equity incentive plan as well as multiple supplemental benefits for physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing.
• Employee Wellness Program
• Company paid holidays, plus PTO

Equal Opportunity Employer

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