Project Manager I

WESCO - Forest Park, GA

Full-time - Entry Level

Forest Park, GA

10,001+ employees

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

As a Project Manager I at Wesco, you will be responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of projects to ensure they are completed on time and within budget. This role involves managing project scope, cost, schedule, and staffing, while also preparing reports for upper management regarding project status. You will work on projects of limited complexity in a support role, closely managed by senior management.

Responsibilities

• Provides support with project development from beginning to end
• Assists in defining project scope, goals and deliverables to support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders
• Assists in developing full-scale project plans and associated communications documents
• Effectively communicates project updates and progression to manager
• Estimates resources and participants needed to achieve project goals
• Aligns activities with corporate goals around safety, quality, delivery and cost
• May perform root cause analysis on gaps, identifies waste, and works with leadership to drive sustainable corrective action
• Drafts and submits budget proposals, and recommends subsequent budget changes
• May negotiate with other department managers for acquisition of required personnel
• Determines and assesses need for additional staff or consultants and makes appropriate staffing adjustments during project cycle
• Sets and manages project expectations with team members
• Identifies and resolves issues and conflicts within project team
• Identifies and manages project dependencies and critical path
• Plans and schedules project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools
• Tracks project milestones and deliverables
• May develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations
• Manages changes in project scope, identifies potential concerns, and devises contingency plans

Requirements

• High School Degree or equivalent experience required; Associate's degree preferred
• 2 years required, 4 years experience preferred of directing work in a project management capacity
• Business and management principles, including strategic planning, resource allocation, and production methods
• Proven ability to manage processes to achieve objectives
• Ability to build effective business relationships with other functional areas
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to analyze workflow and processes
• Interpersonal, conflict management, and negotiation skills required
• Adept at conducting research into project-related issues and product
• Ability to learn, understand, and apply new technologies
• Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks
• Effective written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient computer skills

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits plan
• Community outreach initiatives
• Diversity and inclusion programs