Project Manager (Traditional & Agile)

Do It Best Corp. - Fort Wayne, IN

Full-time - Mid Level

Fort Wayne, IN

Merchant Wholesalers, Durable Goods

About the position

We are seeking a Project Manager to lead our projects using a variety of project management methodologies including Agile. This role requires a versatile individual who can adapt to the needs of each project, ensuring efficient delivery while maintaining the highest quality standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in both traditional project management principles and Agile practices, able to seamlessly switch between these approaches as required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, execute, and finalize projects according to deadlines and within budget, employing traditional or Agile methodologies.
• Coordinate the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants to deliver projects according to plan.
• Define project objectives, scope, and deliverables that support business goals in collaboration with senior management and stakeholders.
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion.
• Estimate the resources and participants needed to achieve project goals.
• Set and continually manage project expectations with team members and other stakeholders to drive accountability throughout project timelines.
• Identify and manage project dependencies and critical paths.
• Plan and schedule project timelines and milestones using appropriate tools.
• Develop and deliver progress reports, proposals, requirements documentation, and presentations.
• Proactively manage changes in project scope, identify potential concerns or issues, and devise contingency plans.
• Adopt and apply best practices in project management, including risk management, quality assurance, and change management.

Requirements

• 3+ years of Project Management experience
• Experience working in a high-level collaborative environment and promoting teamwork
• Proven experience in project management, including traditional and/or Agile methodologies.
• Strong familiarity with project management software tools, methodologies, and best practices.
• Experience leading software development projects in an Agile environment.
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and problem-solving abilities.
• Outstanding leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Certification in Project Management (PMP, CAPM) and/or Agile methodologies (CSM, ACP) is highly desirable.

Nice-to-haves

• Influence others without authority
• Coaching and mentoring
• Solid servant leadership experience
• Experience in change management
• Excellent communication skills

Benefits

• Full insurance benefits package including Medical, Dental, & Vision
• Paid time off to foster work/life balance
• Profit sharing
• Bonus Pay opportunities
• Retirement funding opportunities
• Education reimbursement
• Health club reimbursement
• Career advancement opportunities