Design Project Manager - Saxon Global : Job Details

Apex Systems is looking to hire an ONSITE Product Development Project Manager for our client in Greensboro, NC. This assignment is anticipated to be a 12+-month contract. This will also have a first shift schedule. If you are interested, please apply and we will reach out to you right away! Responsibilities:

• Product Development Project Management focuses on designing, communicating, and implementing an operational plan for completing an engineering-based project including: Preparing designs, project controls and specifications, schedules, cost estimates, production, transportation, installation, testing and/or commissioning of new infrastructure, facilities, equipment, etc.
• Monitoring progress and performance against the project plan; taking action to resolve operational problems and minimize delays
• Identifying, developing, and gathering the resources necessary to complete the project
• May include preparing engineering standards, designs and work specifications; developing project schedules, budgets, and forecasts; and selecting materials, equipment, project staff, and external contractors.
• Responsibilities may include: Working independently with limited supervision. Coaching and reviewing the work of lower level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex.

Experience:

• Must have worked in a Design Studio environment, understanding their process specifically.
• Product Development Project Manager on Senior level applies advanced knowledge typically obtained through education and work experience of 5+ years relevant experience
• Manage projects or subprojects with limited complexity within a program or portfolio, from initiation to completion.
• Have full responsibility for defining and managing scope, cost, schedule, quality, and risks - and to deliver on agreed project objectives.
• May have a certification in project management. May be assigned to a more complex project with support from a lead project manager.

Required Skills : involved in real life Design Studio experience - rooms with 3D modeling, sketches, life size prototyping, color designs, etc. Could have a background in engineering with design. Needs to have experience working through Design Gates . Usually has a background in Automotive/Aerospace/Heavy Duty/Truck design. Candidate either is interested in project management work or has some experience. Main thing is the real life design studio experience. long term contract that can be open ended. Large enterprise Automotive client. Will be able to see work in product in real life!Background Check :YesDrug Screen :YesNotes :Selling points for candidate :long term contract that can be open ended. Large enterprise Automotive client. Will be able to see work in product in real life!Project Verification Info : The information provided below is for Apex Systems AV use only and is not to be distributed publicly, or to any third party. Any distribution of the below information will result in corrective action from Apex Systems Vendor Management. Client Letter: Will Not Provide Candidate must be your W2 Employee :NoExclusive to Apex :NoFace to face interview required :NoCandidate must be local :NoCandidate must be authorized to work without sponsorship ::NoInterview times set :YesType of project :Master Job Title :Branch Code :