Project ManagerProject managers are responsible for planning and overseeing projects to ensure they are completed in a timely fashion and within budget. Project managers plan and designate project resources, prepare budgets & schedules, monitor progress, and keep stakeholders informed the entire way. The Project Manager plans, establishes, and manages projects and will serve as a liaison between the business and technical aspects of assigned projects.Duties/ResponsibilitiesDetermine and define project scope and objectivesPredict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient mannerPrepare budget based on scope of work and resource requirementsTrack project costs in order to meet budgetDevelop and manage a detailed project schedule and work planProvide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progressManage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverablesUtilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project executionMonitor progress and adjust as neededMeasure project performance to identify areas for improvementManage project risks and issuesEstablishes and implements project communication plansCollects, analyzes, and summarizes information and trends as needed to prepare project status reportsPerforms other related duties as assigned.Required Skills/AbilitiesBachelor’s degree or equivalent project management experience5+ years of project management or related experienceExcellent analytical, logical thinking, problem-solving skills, and verbal and written communication skillsOrganized with attention to detailProven ability to solve problems creativelyStrong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practicesUnderstanding of information technology procedures and practicesProficient with, or able to quickly become proficient with, a range of general and specialized applications, software, and hardware used in the organization and the industryAbility to motivate diverse groups of people to complete a project in a timely manner