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Program Management
Manages project timelines through all phases of development, from project award and kick-off through close-out
Ensures that projects are conducted on time, within scope and budget, and meet Client agreed- upon quality standards and expectations through cross-functional project team alignment
Develops, manages, and updates project plans in a timely manner. Communicates project status, progress, timelines, changes in schedule, scope changes, technical and/or quality issues to all relevant personnel in the company, and with the Client
Schedules, facilitates and documents program related client team meetings, including issuance of agenda, action items, meeting minutes, client communications, etc.
Leads cross-functional teams without direct authority by casting a clear vision of project objectives/priorities and motivate the team to achieve them. Able to resolve conflict and foster collaborative partnerships with others to achieve peak performance with some assistance from manager or delegate
Analyzes risk, establishes contingency plans and identifies trigger events and responsibility for initiating mitigating action. Gathers stakeholder input and ranks the top project risks in terms of total impact
Facilitates discussion regarding portfolio priorities (resolving resource conflicts).
Staff Management
Support formal mentorship/train up to Program Manager level on client service and program management related processes as required
Provide input to mentee's annual performance evaluation as required
May participate in panel interviews of Program Manager candidates
Business/Financial Management
Schedules and facilitates strategic client discussions and Joint Steering Committee meetings as required with Senior/Executive Leadership participation and support. Generates meeting minutes and actions items for follow-up
Manages the technical and strategic development of the program drawing on relevant Technical leadership from across the organization. This process includes generating and presenting resulting proposals and change orders to the client as appropriate
Directs and supports the client with project strategy. Able to suggest and be involved in the implementation of improvements to systems and processes; support PMO with PLF readiness as required
Manages all contractual and financial aspects of the project, including finalization of change order and subsequent amendments, monthly budget reviews, forecasting, materials review, assessment of work performed and appropriate Client invoicing and vendor payments
Assists Business Development Department in development of proposals as needed
PMO Support
Acts as a contributing member of Program Management Organization
Manage the site goals and objectives (Balanced Score Card) for self and team
Leads or contributes to departmental initiatives as appropriate, including procedure development and improvement
Cross-site portfolio leadership OR process ownership; work with PMO and local team to continuously improve PM and project delivery practices. May own a PMO process, responsible for training tools and associated change management
Represent or deputize for PMO senior staff as required
Other duties as required
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
Minimum bachelor's degree required, preferably in science or related discipline PMP certification (current or planned in the future)
Minimum 8 years industry experience, with 5 years or more direct project management experience Line management experience and completion of relevant training an advantage
Familiarity with Good Manufacturing Practices
Language Ability
Proficiency in English required.
Excellent written and oral communication skills.
Reasoning Ability
Client interface and strong negotiating skills an advantage.
Strong attention to detail.
Well organized with ability to prioritize multiple tasks
Ability to make and meet commitments
Salary range: $119,002 - $163,627
Salary range provided per current averages and expectations. The salary and job title for this opening will be based on the selected candidate's qualifications and experience and may be outside this range. KBI has a robust total rewards strategy which includes an annual bonus structure for all employees, medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid PTO and holidays, 401K matching with 100% vesting in 60 days and employee recognition programs.
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