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Aston Carter is working with a great client in the Cuyahoga Falls, OH area who is seeking a Project Manager Consultant to join their team!

Job Description

The Project Manager is responsible for managing and coordinating multiple projects to ensure they align with the organization’s goals and objectives. This role involves project planning & execution, stakeholder management, resource allocation, and risk management to deliver project on time, within scope, within budget and meeting project goals. The Project Manager will follow the AMI Stage Gate process.

Key Accountabilities:

Project Planning and Strategy:

• Develop project plans, goals, and objectives in alignment with organizational strategy.

• Define project milestones, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.

Stakeholder Management:

• Identify and manage relationships with key stakeholders.

• Facilitate communication between stakeholders to ensure a clear understanding of project goals, progress, and challenges.

Project Execution:

• Monitor project progress and performance, ensuring projects meet deadlines, quality standards, and budget constraints.

Resource Management:

• Identify the resources needed for assigned projects.

• Coordinate with functional leaders to identify resource needs and resolve conflicts.

Risk Management:

• Identify potential risks and issues within the project and develop mitigation strategies.

• Monitor and manage risks throughout the project lifecycle.

Budget Management:

• Develop and manage the project budget.

• Track project expenses and ensure cost-effectiveness.

• Prepare financial reports and forecasts as needed.

Quality Assurance:

• Ensure projects adhere to quality standards and best practices.

• Plan and execute project quality control processes.

• Contribute to best project management practices and maintain project management discipline (includes conventional project management practices as well as AMI Stage gate process)

Performance Reporting:

• Develop and deliver project status reports to management and stakeholders.

• Utilize metrics and KPIs to assess project performance and implement improvements.

Change Management:

• Manage changes to the project scope, schedule, and costs using appropriate verification techniques.

• Ensure all change requests are properly documented and communicated.

Project Team Leadership:

• Provide leadership and direction to project team.

• Foster a collaborative and productive team environment.

• Mentor and support the professional development of team members.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred

• PMP (Project Management Professional) or PMP (Program Management Professional) certification is highly desirable

Experience Level

Intermediate Level

Pay and Benefits

The pay range for this position is $56.00 - $62.00/hr.

Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision• Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital• 401(k) Retirement Plan – Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available• Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents)• Short and long-term disability• Health Spending Account (HSA)• Transportation benefits• Employee Assistance Program• Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)

Workplace Type

This is a fully onsite position in Cuyahoga Falls,OH.

Application Deadline

This position is anticipated to close on Feb 7, 2025.

About Aston Carter:

Aston Carter provides world-class corporate talent solutions to thousands of clients across the globe. Specialized in accounting, finance, human resources, talent acquisition, procurement, supply chain and select administrative professions, we extend the capabilities of industry-leading companies. We draw on our deep recruiting expertise and expansive network to meet the evolving needs of our clients and talent community with agility and excellence. With offices across the U.S., Canada, Asia Pacific and Europe, Aston Carter serves many of the Fortune 500. We are proud to be a ClearlyRated Best of Staffing® double diamond winner for both client and talent service.

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Aston Carter, diversity and inclusion are a bridge towards the equity and success of our people. DE&I are embedded into our culture through:

• Hiring diverse talent

• Maintaining an inclusive environment through persistent self-reflection

• Building a culture of care, engagement, and recognition with clear outcomes

• Ensuring growth opportunities for our people

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing process due to a disability, please email astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com (%20astoncarteraccommodation@astoncarter.com) for other accommodation options.