Project Consultant

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Job#: 1283834

Job Description: Job Title: Project Consultant Department: Project Management

BASIC FUNCTIONS: Provide a high level overview of the work this position is responsible for managing

The Project Consultant assists with various functions within the Office of Strategy and Project Management to support corporate initiatives which include:• Planning, organizing and coordinating the efforts of delivering continuous improvement services requested by Corporate Management in support of the corporate vision, mission, critical issues, tactics, goals and objectives• Providing support to all divisions and departments of the Company and interacting with associates at all levels• Utilizing department accepted and standard project management methodology• Leading projects through the phases of initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and closing• Staying knowledgeable of project management techniques and ongoing initiatives throughout the organization• Directing efforts of other supporting resources related to projects• Planning and directing the activities to apply knowledge, skills, tools and techniques to meet project requirements• Following standard project management methodology and adaptation of the plan to address concerns and expectations of impacted areas of the Company• Serving in a project leadership role and being an important part of creating a favorable and productive environment• Supporting multiple projects at one time• Accomplishing the above tasks with minimal supervision and works independently

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: List specific action statements to describe the essential job responsibilities. Detail only those essential responsibilities that encompass the majority of the incumbent's time, or are critical to the successful performance of the job.Plan, organize, direct, guide and implement efforts of projects and programsLead and facilitate effective meetings, both internally and with multiple divisionsUtilize departmental standard methodology when completing tasksAnalyze processes, identify opportunities and implement improvementsConsistently provide visibility into projects and report progress of projects to managementCreate positive, professional relationships with both internal and external customersEffectively communicate and present outcomes and solutionsIdentify risks and issues that occur during project lifecycle including strategic directionCreate project plans identifying objectives, scope and deliverablesManage scope, budget, risks and issues during project lifecycleAccomplish all assigned job functions in a manner that optimizes departmental effectiveness while maintaining confidentiality

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONSEducation Bachelor's Degree, preferably in Business, Engineering, or related field License and CertificationsProject Management Professional (PMP) Project Management Institute (PMI) certification, or willingness to obtain a PMI PMP certification within one year of hiring Experience and Skills (list specific skills and years of experience if applicable)3 years of experience in a similar position and/or proven experience managing enterprise level projects according to assigned responsibilities Experience in a position leading projects to improve workflow/productivity Experience using project management techniques and tools Experience using Microsoft (MS) Project, MS Office, or similar applications Experience with project scope, budget, and resource planning, scheduling, tracking and reporting Experience with project risk and issue management Experience interacting with all levels of staff internal and external Experience in a position interpreting, and communicating information orally and written Experience analyzing business processes and identifying solutions Project Management Institute (PMI) sponsored training

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