Program manager/project leader job description
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Program manager/project leader requirements can be divided into technical requirements and required soft skills. The lists below show the most common requirements included in program manager/project leader job postings.
Sample program manager/project leader requirements
- Bachelor's degree in business, IT, or related field
- Minimum 5 years of project management experience
- Proficiency in project management software
- Excellent communication and organizational skills
- Experience developing project plans and budgets
Sample required program manager/project leader soft skills
- Leadership and problem-solving capabilities
- Ability to motivate and mentor team members
- Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent collaborative and interpersonal skills
Program manager/project leader job description example 1
Honeywell program manager/project leader job description
Join the industry leader to design the next generation of breakthroughs
Join the industry leader to design the next generation of breakthroughs
Innovate to solve the world's most important challenges
Honeywell is a Fortune 100 company that invents and manufactures technologies to address critical challenges linked to global macrotrends such as safety, security, productivity, global urbanization and energy. With approximately 129,000 employees worldwide, including more than 19,000 engineers and scientists, Honeywell has an unrelenting focus on quality, delivery, value, and technology in everything they make and do.Honeywell has been named a Top 100 Global Innovator for seven years in a row, recognizing the company's global reach of portfolio and invention influence.
Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technologies (FM&T) manages and operates facilities for the U.S. Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration's (NNSA), in Albuquerque, NM as well as the Kansas City National Security Campus.Honeywell FM&T - New Mexico Operations provide state-of-the-art engineering, manufacturing, transportation technologies, emergency response and sourcing facility produces a wide array of intricate components to deliver trusted national security products and government services primarily for the NNSA. Honeywell FM&T's culture of integrity, commitment and continuous improvement enables them to deliver responsive, collaborative, and innovative management and technology services and products that translate into cutting edge solutions to complex national security issues.
Summary of Duties:
Negotiates, evaluates, determines, and executes department specific projects and program management activities to manage one or more significant, complex program or components for NNSA sponsor(s) supporting Emergency Response
Leads, directs, influences, and exercises extensive technical knowledge and expertise to evaluate and resolve significant technical issues pertinent for key project(s) or program(s)
Exercises extensive knowledge of programs and business processes to negotiate and establish achievable cost and schedule parameters
Leads multiple aspects of financial planning, monitoring, reporting, scheduling, network analysis, and preparation of technical/schedule information required for program/project planning within Emergency Response
Performs primary, first point of contact, technical, administrative, and logistical liaison role with company, Department of Energy, design agencies, laboratories, integrated contractors, and other government agencies for one or more key weapons, growth, and/or business process development/execution programs
Integrates customer needs with business competencies to drive growth in both existing and emerging markets
Participates in strategic and market planning
Leads teams and matrix reports to manage day-to-day program requirements
Represents senior program manager as delegated for some management responsibilities
May assist the selection and development of technical program employees
May provide management leadership for functional/divisional project leads
Ensures that the right projects are prioritized and then managed to a successful completion
Guides the effective use of program/project resources including personnel, tools, and methods
May lead KCNSC or NSE-wide programs and activities to standardize and execute best business processes
You Must Haves:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Scientific, or Business-related field
Master's degree in Engineering, Scientific, or Business-related field preferred
Extensive knowledge and expertise in complex engineering and/or program management processes, principles, and architecture with progressive history of responsibility
Expertise in estimation methods, critical path analysis, and contemporary program management trends and practices
Expertise in integrating multiple, complex business and technical/engineering processes
Ability to interpret, negotiate and capture customer requirements
Proven excellence in effective communication, interactive presentations, and negotiation skills
Ability to routinely represent program management and company to stakeholders
Proven ability to mentor, coach, and lead program management personnel and other staff in a matrixed management environment
Ability to be company spokesperson for key programs
PMI certification preferred
EIPM and IPDS experience preferred
We Value:
DOE NA-80 Nuclear Incident Response knowledge and/or experience
FMT2021
Additional Information
Category: Business Management
Location: PO Box 5250,Albuquerque,New Mexico,87185-5250,United States
Exempt
Must have or be eligible for a security clearance due to contractual requirements.
Honeywell FM&T Overview
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.
Join the industry leader to design the next generation of breakthroughs
Innovate to solve the world's most important challenges
Honeywell is a Fortune 100 company that invents and manufactures technologies to address critical challenges linked to global macrotrends such as safety, security, productivity, global urbanization and energy. With approximately 129,000 employees worldwide, including more than 19,000 engineers and scientists, Honeywell has an unrelenting focus on quality, delivery, value, and technology in everything they make and do.Honeywell has been named a Top 100 Global Innovator for seven years in a row, recognizing the company's global reach of portfolio and invention influence.
Honeywell Federal Manufacturing & Technologies (FM&T) manages and operates facilities for the U.S. Department of Energy/National Nuclear Security Administration's (NNSA), in Albuquerque, NM as well as the Kansas City National Security Campus.Honeywell FM&T - New Mexico Operations provide state-of-the-art engineering, manufacturing, transportation technologies, emergency response and sourcing facility produces a wide array of intricate components to deliver trusted national security products and government services primarily for the NNSA. Honeywell FM&T's culture of integrity, commitment and continuous improvement enables them to deliver responsive, collaborative, and innovative management and technology services and products that translate into cutting edge solutions to complex national security issues.
Summary of Duties:
Negotiates, evaluates, determines, and executes department specific projects and program management activities to manage one or more significant, complex program or components for NNSA sponsor(s) supporting Emergency Response
Leads, directs, influences, and exercises extensive technical knowledge and expertise to evaluate and resolve significant technical issues pertinent for key project(s) or program(s)
Exercises extensive knowledge of programs and business processes to negotiate and establish achievable cost and schedule parameters
Leads multiple aspects of financial planning, monitoring, reporting, scheduling, network analysis, and preparation of technical/schedule information required for program/project planning within Emergency Response
Performs primary, first point of contact, technical, administrative, and logistical liaison role with company, Department of Energy, design agencies, laboratories, integrated contractors, and other government agencies for one or more key weapons, growth, and/or business process development/execution programs
Integrates customer needs with business competencies to drive growth in both existing and emerging markets
Participates in strategic and market planning
Leads teams and matrix reports to manage day-to-day program requirements
Represents senior program manager as delegated for some management responsibilities
May assist the selection and development of technical program employees
May provide management leadership for functional/divisional project leads
Ensures that the right projects are prioritized and then managed to a successful completion
Guides the effective use of program/project resources including personnel, tools, and methods
May lead KCNSC or NSE-wide programs and activities to standardize and execute best business processes
You Must Haves:
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Scientific, or Business-related field
Master's degree in Engineering, Scientific, or Business-related field preferred
Extensive knowledge and expertise in complex engineering and/or program management processes, principles, and architecture with progressive history of responsibility
Expertise in estimation methods, critical path analysis, and contemporary program management trends and practices
Expertise in integrating multiple, complex business and technical/engineering processes
Ability to interpret, negotiate and capture customer requirements
Proven excellence in effective communication, interactive presentations, and negotiation skills
Ability to routinely represent program management and company to stakeholders
Proven ability to mentor, coach, and lead program management personnel and other staff in a matrixed management environment
Ability to be company spokesperson for key programs
PMI certification preferred
EIPM and IPDS experience preferred
We Value:
DOE NA-80 Nuclear Incident Response knowledge and/or experience
FMT2021
Additional Information
Category: Business Management
Location: PO Box 5250,Albuquerque,New Mexico,87185-5250,United States
Exempt
Must have or be eligible for a security clearance due to contractual requirements.
Honeywell FM&T Overview
Honeywell is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to age, race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, marital status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, nationality, sex, religion, or veteran status.
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Program manager/project leader job description example 2
AECOM program manager/project leader job description
**Job Summary**
**AECOM** is actively seeking an experienced Project Manager/Senior Environmental Scientist for employment in the Germantown, MD office to manage projects in our industrial asbestos/lead/mold program which includes inspection, design/plan, and abatement oversight and management. Other AECOM office locations in the region may be considered.
As a project manager, the ideal candidate must be able to work independently and productively in a collaborative team-environment, foster team building through inclusion and mentorship, display a high level of organization and communication, have excellent technical writing and editing skills, and demonstrate a strong desire to learn from Program Managers. For the right candidate, this position holds significant growth potential.
**At AECOM, we're delivering a better world.**
We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it's improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We're one global team - 50,000 strong - driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
**Tasks will include:**
+ Asbestos inspections, abatement, and designs.
+ Managing asbestos surveys, lead paint inspections, mold / indoor air quality surveys, and universal and general hazard inventories surveys.
+ Review and technical editing of reports and other technical documents as Lead Verifier.
+ Compiling, evaluating, and analyzing environmental data.
+ Mentor junior staff, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative.
+ Travel within a geographic territory conducting inspections; travel to project locations including driving and overnight stays.
**About AECOM's Environment Business Line**
Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.
AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world's most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects are diverse and interesting. They span market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems within diverse community profiles.
AECOM's Sustainable Legacies program describes our approach to the environment, social equity and governance (ESG.) We embed sustainability throughout our business and help clients embed sustainable practices into their work. We help clients reduce their impact on the environment, achieve compliance and reduce risks.
**About AECOM's Remediation, Restoration and Redevelopment Practice**
AECOM delivers innovative and often complex solutions to meet our clients' objectives. Because we address many different impacted sites - from munitions to PFAS to algae blooms and beyond - every project in our global practice is different. That's exciting, especially because our worldwide internal technical practice network connects us in real time to explore best practices from experts near and far. We offer full life-cycle solutions for projects - from due diligence through restoration and redevelopment to outreach programs that engage stakeholders and generate goodwill in the community. Our experts integrate scientific and engineering knowledge with responsive and cost-effective project management, strong communication skills, and an understanding of regulatory strategies and challenges. AECOM has the depth and breadth of resources to address significant remedial site challenges, and we support the development of our technical staff to be their best via professional mentorship and development. AECOM provides a stringent internal project manager certificate program to help you succeed in that career path. Learn more about our Remediation, Restoration and Redevelopment services.
**Minimum Requirements**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or closely related field
+ Valid driver's license
+ Due to the nature of this work, U.S. citizenship is required
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Asbestos Certifications (Inspector, Project Monitor, NIOSH 582, or Supervisor and/or Designer)
+ 6+ years of experience with asbestos inspections, abatements, and designs
+ Project Management experience
+ 40-Hour HAZWOPER training
+ Experience with Lead Paint Inspections and Indoor Air Quality Inspections
+ DOT and RCRA Training
**Additional Information:**
+ Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
+ This position may be subject to a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record Screening.
+ Relocation assistance is available.
**What We Offer**
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts - planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers - leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let's get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
**Job Category** Program and Project Management
**Business Line** Environment
**Business Group** Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
**Stategic Business Unit** West
**Country** United States of America
**Position Status** Full Time
**Requisition/Vacancy No.** 271694BR
**Virtual:** No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
**AECOM** is actively seeking an experienced Project Manager/Senior Environmental Scientist for employment in the Germantown, MD office to manage projects in our industrial asbestos/lead/mold program which includes inspection, design/plan, and abatement oversight and management. Other AECOM office locations in the region may be considered.
As a project manager, the ideal candidate must be able to work independently and productively in a collaborative team-environment, foster team building through inclusion and mentorship, display a high level of organization and communication, have excellent technical writing and editing skills, and demonstrate a strong desire to learn from Program Managers. For the right candidate, this position holds significant growth potential.
**At AECOM, we're delivering a better world.**
We believe infrastructure creates opportunity for everyone. Whether it's improving your commute, keeping the lights on, providing access to clean water or transforming skylines, our work helps people and communities thrive.
Our clients trust us to bring together the best people, ideas, technical expertise and digital solutions to our work in transportation, buildings, water, the environment and new energy. We're one global team - 50,000 strong - driven by a common purpose to deliver a better world.
**Tasks will include:**
+ Asbestos inspections, abatement, and designs.
+ Managing asbestos surveys, lead paint inspections, mold / indoor air quality surveys, and universal and general hazard inventories surveys.
+ Review and technical editing of reports and other technical documents as Lead Verifier.
+ Compiling, evaluating, and analyzing environmental data.
+ Mentor junior staff, and commitment to workplace health and safety are imperative.
+ Travel within a geographic territory conducting inspections; travel to project locations including driving and overnight stays.
**About AECOM's Environment Business Line**
Join AECOM to be part of an expert global team who is connected through a well-developed, worldwide, internal technical practice network through which you can learn from and brainstorm with the best in the world. AECOM is an industry-leading, world class environmental firm, and we want you to succeed within it. We respect and encourage your own pathway to excellence via our Freedom to Grow initiative.
AECOM is known for our award-winning technical excellence, leading-edge science and innovative project delivery. We provide sustainable solutions for some of the world's most challenging issues. Our global clients and their projects are diverse and interesting. They span market sectors and geographies and require innovative technical solutions to solve wide-ranging environmental problems within diverse community profiles.
AECOM's Sustainable Legacies program describes our approach to the environment, social equity and governance (ESG.) We embed sustainability throughout our business and help clients embed sustainable practices into their work. We help clients reduce their impact on the environment, achieve compliance and reduce risks.
**About AECOM's Remediation, Restoration and Redevelopment Practice**
AECOM delivers innovative and often complex solutions to meet our clients' objectives. Because we address many different impacted sites - from munitions to PFAS to algae blooms and beyond - every project in our global practice is different. That's exciting, especially because our worldwide internal technical practice network connects us in real time to explore best practices from experts near and far. We offer full life-cycle solutions for projects - from due diligence through restoration and redevelopment to outreach programs that engage stakeholders and generate goodwill in the community. Our experts integrate scientific and engineering knowledge with responsive and cost-effective project management, strong communication skills, and an understanding of regulatory strategies and challenges. AECOM has the depth and breadth of resources to address significant remedial site challenges, and we support the development of our technical staff to be their best via professional mentorship and development. AECOM provides a stringent internal project manager certificate program to help you succeed in that career path. Learn more about our Remediation, Restoration and Redevelopment services.
**Minimum Requirements**
+ Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science, Geology, or closely related field
+ Valid driver's license
+ Due to the nature of this work, U.S. citizenship is required
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Asbestos Certifications (Inspector, Project Monitor, NIOSH 582, or Supervisor and/or Designer)
+ 6+ years of experience with asbestos inspections, abatements, and designs
+ Project Management experience
+ 40-Hour HAZWOPER training
+ Experience with Lead Paint Inspections and Indoor Air Quality Inspections
+ DOT and RCRA Training
**Additional Information:**
+ Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.
+ This position may be subject to a pre-employment Motor Vehicle Record Screening.
+ Relocation assistance is available.
**What We Offer**
We will give you the flexibility you need to do your best work with hybrid work options. Whether you're working from an AECOM office, remote location or at a client site, you will be working in a dynamic environment where your integrity, entrepreneurial spirit and pioneering mindset are championed. You will help us foster a culture of equity, diversity and inclusion - a safe and respectful workplace, where we invite everyone to bring their whole selves to work using their unique talents, backgrounds and expertise to create transformational outcomes for our clients. We will encourage you to grow and develop your career with us through our technical and professional development programs and diverse career opportunities. We believe in leadership at all levels. No matter where you sit in the organization you can make a lasting impact on the projects you work on, the teams and committees you join and our business. We offer competitive pay and benefits, well-being programs to support you and your family, and the development resources you need to advance your career. When you join us, you will connect and collaborate with a global network of experts - planners, designers, engineers, scientists, consultants, program and construction managers - leading the change toward a more sustainable and equitable future. Join us and let's get started. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
**Job Category** Program and Project Management
**Business Line** Environment
**Business Group** Design and Consulting Services Group (DCS)
**Stategic Business Unit** West
**Country** United States of America
**Position Status** Full Time
**Requisition/Vacancy No.** 271694BR
**Virtual:** No
Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status.
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Updated March 14, 2024