Project Manager IV or V

Project Manager IV or V – Brewer Science, Inc.

Location: Rolla, MO

Job :  | # of Openings: 1

Summary:

The Project Manager is responsible for planning, executing, and closing projects within scope, on time, and within budget, while ensuring alignment with organizational goals. This role involves managing project teams, resources, and stakeholder communication to deliver successful outcomes. The Project Manager must proactively identify and mitigate risks, manage changes in scope, and ensure project deliverables meet quality standards. Additionally, they will track project performance, report on progress, and continuously drive process improvements.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing comprehensive project plans, timelines, and schedules by working closely with stakeholders to ensure all project requirements are clearly defined and documented, and risks are identified and proactively addressed.
• Facilitate seamless communication between project teams, stakeholders, and external vendors to ensure alignment on project objectives, scope, and expectations.
• Track and manage project tasks, resources, and deliverables, ensuring deadlines are met and quality standards are maintained.
• Monitor project progress and performance by preparing detailed status reports, highlighting risks or delays, and providing updates on mitigation strategies.
• Organize and lead regular project meetings, documenting action items and ensuring follow‑up.
• Identify and assess potential risks and issues early in the project lifecycle, escalating concerns to senior management as needed.
• Drive cost‑saving initiatives and process improvements to eliminate waste and streamline workflows.
• Coordinate cross‑functional project activities across departments, ensuring resource availability and budget adherence.
• Implement opportunities for continuous process improvements within project workflows, systems, and tools.
• Ensure strict adherence to change and configuration management protocols.
• Oversee and manage the financial aspects, including budgeting, cost tracking, and financial reporting.
• Cultivate strong stakeholder relationships, providing regular updates on project status and addressing concerns promptly.
• Lead assigned projects, coordinating with vendors, project teams, and internal resources.
• Manage mid‑size projects and significant phases of complex projects, taking full responsibility for scope, timelines, quality, and budget.
• Proactively identify risks and issues that could affect project outcomes, implementing mitigation strategies.
• Assign tasks, manage project teams, and coordinate efforts across functional areas.
• Assist in developing and managing project budgets, monitoring expenditures.
• Ensure project deliverables meet established quality standards and client expectations.
• Provide detailed project reports, tracking KPIs, timelines, quality metrics, and overall progress.
• Stay updated on project‑management best practices and implement them to improve control and efficiency.
• Develop and maintain comprehensive project documentation, including charters, budgets, plans, risk management, and communication plans.
• Support vendor transitions and ensure support documentation post‑completion.
• Lead complex projects requiring cross‑functional collaboration and stakeholder management.
• Implement comprehensive risk management plans and corrective actions.
• Serve as primary contact for clients and senior stakeholders, engaging in high‑level discussions and negotiations.
• Manage project scope, including change requests and approvals.
• Track project performance indicators, adjusting resources and schedules to meet targets.
• Mentor junior project managers or team members.
• Present executive reports with risks, forecasts, and financial summaries.
• Integrate project activities with other departments for seamless collaboration.
• Allocate resources to competing priorities within the organization.
• Provide expert consultation and status updates to stakeholders.
• Lead high‑impact projects with significant business outcomes.
• Collaborate with senior executives and external partners for complex project elements.
• Oversee governance to ensure compliance with standards and quality controls.
• Drive risk…