I-CAR ยท 3 days ago
Principal, Project Manager
Bay St Louis, MS
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
3+ years expI-CAR is a company focused on innovation and education in the automotive industry, and they are seeking a Principal Project Manager. The Project Manager will manage high priority, executive sponsored, strategic projects, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project management methodologies while driving operational excellence.
AutomotiveInsuranceNon ProfitTraining
Responsibilities
Work effectively with executive project sponsors and key stakeholders to manage 2 -3 concurrent, strategic projects
Develop and maintain project charters including objectives, scope (in and out), resources, milestones, assumptions, benefits, project metrics/KPIs, financials (if applicable) and critical success criteria
Develop and maintain project schedules with a focus on critical path activities and milestones
Manage project risks
Lead cross-functional project teams to deliver projects on-time, within scope and on budget with high quality results
Identify and assign project tasks based on the skill sets, experience, and strengths of project teams
Continually monitor project performance to ensure timely delivery. Track, manage and resolve project issues as they arise throughout the project life cycle utilizing effective problem-solving methods
Adhere to Project Management Institute (PMI) based project management processes and methodologies
Generate and present regular status updates for executive management
Drive project-related change management
Develop, maintain, and execute against project communication plans including Kick-off Meetings, Project Team Meetings, Steering Committee Meetings and ad hoc project meetings as required
Assist with other related duties as required or assigned
Qualification
Required
Minimum 3+ years of project management experience managing cross-functional projects
Experience partnering with executives on project planning and execution
Experience working with Agile IT Development Teams
Excellent interpersonal effectiveness and communication skills (written and oral)
Ability to work autonomously with minimal guidance
Able to break down information in a systematic and consumable manner
Bias for action and work comfortably with ambiguity
Strong attention to detail and follow-up
Experience building and maintaining relationships with internal partners
Word, Advanced Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and task management tools
Bachelor's degree in business or appropriate field required
Preferred
Smartsheet experience preferred
Demonstrated industry knowledge and applicable skillsets preferred
PMP certification preferred
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan with company match
Company-paid life and disability insurance
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Remote and hybrid work opportunities
Flexible Fridays program
Half days before holidays
Four weeks of PTO, plus paid holidays
Leadership development programs
Access to LinkedIn Learning and professional training
Opportunities to attend industry events and conferences
Mission-driven work with a focus on innovation and education
Team-building activities and company events
Volunteer opportunities to give back to the community
Company
I-CAR
I-CAR provides educational and technical training programs for the automotive collision, insurance and OEM sectors.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
John S. Van Alstyne
CEO & President
Edward Hinojos
AUTOMOTIVE INSTRUCTOR
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