Project Manager

Scope of Responsibilities/Expectations:
Manages the Hardware development and/or implementation of client products. Coordinates departmental or cross-functional teams, including Software, Supply Chain, Business, Quality, Regulatory, etc... focused on delivering new or upgraded existing products. Manages projects from inception to completion (or transition), including tracking and evaluation of project performance. Ensures that projects are completed on time, within budget, and within accepted quality metrics. Participates in project review and status meetings, and communicates project status. Utilizes six sigma and project management methodologies to ensure maximum project effectiveness. Motivates the project team to ensure optimal performance. May assist in the development of business plans, strategies, and approaches to take advantage of business opportunities.

Organize programs and activities in accordance with the mission and goals of the organization.
Develop and manage project schedules to support the strategic direction of the organization. Demonstrates best practices for developing schedules and understands the critical path.
Identify key requirements needed from cross-functional teams and external vendors.
Work closely with cross-functional teams to plan and develop scope, deliverables, required resources, work plan, budget, and timing.
Manage program and multiple project teams for optimal return-on-investment, ensuring all program goals are met.
Conduct project team meetings.
Work with key stakeholders to develop and manage budget for projects and be accountable for delivering against established business goals/objectives
Produce accurate and timely reporting of program status throughout its life cycle.
Present program status as required to different organization levels.
Work with key stakeholders to identify, analyze and assess program risks. Establish and track risk mitigation plans. Drive for closures.
Work with a diverse array of talents and responsibilities.
Work with stakeholders to make communication easy and transparent regarding project issues and decisions.
Implement and manage changes and interventions to ensure project goals are achieved.
Develop an evaluation method to assess program strengths and identify areas for improvement.
Focus on continuity of Supply issues that impact both production and new product introduction
Develop material plans that support both development engineering and production ramp

Basic Requirements:
Bachelor's degree in computer science, engineering or similar is preferred.
Minimum 8 years Project Management experience, preferably with experience in Hardware Development, Telecommunications, Radio Communications, or Aerospace/Defense preferred.
Demonstrated competency with a project management tool (e.g. MS Project, Primavera, Smartsheet)
Excellent written and verbal communications skills are necessary.
Strong interpersonal skills with a desire to collaborate with internal and external business/technical teams.
Ability to work independently as well as with a team.
Highly organized, structured, and process oriented; team building skills a plus.
Able to simplify a complex situation and provide updates accordingly.
Certified PMP preferred.

Must-Have Qualifications
Minimum 4 to 7 years of Project Management experience
Experience in one or more of the following industries is preferred:
Hardware Development
Telecommunications
Radio Communications
Aerospace/Defense

Software Proficiency
Candidates should be proficient with:
Google Apps
Microsoft Project and/or Smartsheet

Notes:
Onsite
Standard hours: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Mon- Fri

VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status