Minitab is expanding our Program Management team at our State College, PA headquarters. We are looking for someone who can facilitate the successful execution of strategic projects and initiatives that support Minitab’s business objectives; effectively communicate the status, blockers, and decisions needed throughout the life of the project or initiative; and assist in defining our processes to plan, track, and report on projects and initiatives.
Position Summary
The Technical Project Manager role oversees the successful completion of technical projects from proposal through delivery. These projects typically require a high degree of cross-company coordination and regular collaboration. This position requires technical knowledge, project management skills, and excellent communication skills. The Technical Project Manager will develop project plans and ensure that the project is delivered on time, on budget, and with a high standard of quality.
Responsibilities
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Provide overall project leadership and direct project teams in the on-time delivery of high-quality products.
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Communicate project status to all stakeholders, ensuring common understanding and agreement of project deliverables and status.
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Keep project teams focused by continually removing roadblocks that impede the team’s success.
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Escalate issues related to project where appropriate.
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Support the team to self-organize in a productive way.
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Assist with budget, staff, and other resources necessary to accomplish the goals and/or objectives of the project.
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Assist with identifying process improvements within product development and work with other members of the team to implement the improvements.
Qualifications
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3+ years of project management experience
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Bachelor’s Degree in related field or additional equivalent work experience
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Strong facilitation, time management, and organizational skills.
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Strong process orientation, problem solving and troubleshooting skills.
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Able to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
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Knowledge of all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
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Knowledge of project management methodology, including traditional project management as well as agile methodologies (Scrum).
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Software design, development and/or testing experience preferred.
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Demonstrated ability to become proficient with new applications and understand emerging technologies.
Skills
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Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives
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Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
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Directs Work: Providing direction, delegating and removing obstacles to get work done.
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Drives Results: Consistently achieving results, even under tough circumstances.
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Manages Complexity: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.
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Situational Adaptability: Adapting approach and demeanor in real time to match the shifting demands of different situations.
This position position is 100% in office Monday - Friday. Minitab does not cover the cost of relocation fees.
Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
