Project Manager II

Job Title: Project Manager II Duration : 6 months (possible extension based on budget) Location: Plantation FL 33322 Worksite: Onsite | Monday - Friday | 8:00 AM - 05:00 PM Job Description We are the ASTRO Devices team. You may not use our products, but the people you call in an emergency, do. Every day, police officers, firefighters, paramedics and the people who support them use our products to help them stay safe and do their jobs. And we deliver. Our radios are sensitive enough to pick up a person's voice even when they can't hear themselves shout - yet rugged enough to drown in mud and keep right on working. They are designed to be used reliably under extreme stress - and to be managed from miles away. They are the product of thousands of customer studies - and millions of lines of code. They have survived falling from helicopters, being burned in fires, and being abandoned in the woods (though we don't recommend this). Not everyone can create products like these. Can you? The Product Operations team for ASTRO Devices is looking for a talented leader to join the project management team to manage the next generation radios being developed for our Public Safety customers. Our mission is world class program management with emphasis on risk management and executing to plan. You may not use our products, but the people you call in an emergency, do. Every day, police officers, firefighters, paramedics and the people who support them use our products to help them stay safe and do their jobs. They are designed to be used reliably under extreme stress - and to be managed from miles away. They are the product of thousands of customer studies - and millions of lines of code. Not everyone can create products like these. Can you? Scope of Responsibilities/Expectations Manages the Hardware development and/or implementation of client's 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. Position is offered by a no fee agency.