at Argonne National Laboratory in Lemont, Illinois, United States
Job Description
An Enterprise Project Manager, without considerable direction, manages multiple projects in support of Argonne’s operational functions including projects that impact areas such Human Resources, Financial Management, Safety, Quality, Office of the Director, etc. Projects will include implementations of new policies, theories, methods, procedures, programs, software, and other improvements related to operations. The role will require collaboration with institutional stakeholders and performance of matrixed work within other departments. The project manager must be able to work with a diverse set of stakeholders to plan and implement operational projects that help achieve the laboratory’s strategic goals. This requires developing creative solutions to complex problems.
Some typical responsibilities for the Enterprise Project Manager are:
+ Provides coordination and leadership for project delivery and often includes interactions with technical subject matter experts.
+ Develops project scope, evaluates functional and operational requirements, design, testing, and activation of deliverables or implementation of business processes.
+ Develops resource-loaded, time-phased, logic driven project schedules using software tools, preparing project documentation, participating in reviews, preparing, reviewing, and/or directing the preparation of status reports and other documentation.
+ implementing change control processes and analyzing performance metrics to ensure successful completion of project objectives. In some instances, this will be additionally supported by internal Project Controls staff.
+ Maintains effective communication with clients, contractors and other project team members.
+ Actively participates as team member to move the team toward the completion of goals; facilitating goal accomplishment; listening to and fully involving others in team decisions and actions; valuing and using individual differences and talents; sharing important or relevant information with the team.
+ This position will be hybrid with onsite work as needed to ensure progress and completion of the project.
This job description documents the general nature of work but is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all activities, duties, and responsibilities required of job incumbent. Consequently, job incumbent may be required to perform other duties as assigned.
Position Requirements
Education/Work Experience
Entrance to this level will require demonstrated and/or documented previous expertise in project management of a commensurate scope; demonstrated hands-on experience in creating, developing and executing project plans; demonstrated experience in problem solving; demonstrated experience with word processing, spreadsheets derived from databases, and graphic presentation development.
A degree in engineering or other related degree with progressive experience in project management or operational management with 4+ years of relevant experience is preferred. Professional registration within project management, i.e., PMP, is strongly preferred and required within the first year of employment. The incumbent will further be expected to continue and or maintain their professional development through participation in project reviews and professional certification programs, and through membership in professional organizations and attendance at project management conferences and reviews.
Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
+ Knowledge and experience in interpretation and application of project management theories, principles, and computerized performance measurement systems for scope, schedule, cost, and risk.
+ Experience establishing project scopes, project specifications, schedules, cost estimates, and managing operational efforts.
+ Ability to think analytically and have strong attention to detail.
+ Skills in negotiation and the ability to achieve designated project goals within a complex environment.
+ Some experience with Earned Value Methodology and financial system processes related to project management.
+ Some knowledge of computerized performance measurement systems for schedule and performance metrics.
+ Demonstrated excellent communications, written, and oral skills. Skilled in developing, cultivating, and maintaining internal and external working relationships.
+ Demonstrated organizational skills and ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast-paced, heavily matrixed environment.
+ Demonstrated ability to work on multiple concurrent projects and to achieve desired goals on schedule and within budget.
+ Ability to model Argonne’s Core Values: Impact, Safety, Respect, Integrity, and Teamwork.
Preferred Skills:
+ Experience within Argonne National Laboratory’s operational structure and the DOE Lab Complex generally.
+ Knowledge of and experience with DOE project management system requirements and practices.
The requirements for the depth and breadth of relevant knowledge and skills brought to the position are as follows:
+ PT3 Level: Bachelor’s and 4+ years of experience or equivalent
Job Family
Professional Technical (PT)
Job Profile
Project Management and Planning 3
Worker Type
Regular
Time Type
Full time
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