Project Manager - Planning and Support

Segula Technologies

Project Manager - Planning and Support

Greensboro, NC
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description

    • Managing large projects or (end to end) processes with limited oversight from manager.
    • Coaching, reviewing and delegating work to lower-level professionals.
    • Developing & updating project time plans, meetings communication & follow-up.
    • Managing project quality assurance.
    • Assuring appropriate processes and principles are followed .
    • Tracking risk management- project coordination in larger projects or programs.
  • Qualifications

    Qualifications

    • Requires 8 years or more relevant experience.
    • Proven experience in managing large-scale automotive projects from initiation through completion.
    • Hands-on experience with vehicle development, manufacturing processes, or automotive design is a plus.
    • Strong knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and certifications (e.g., ISO, IATF 16949, etc.).
    • Project Planning & Coordination: Ability to create detailed project timelines, define scope, manage resources, and ensure project milestones are met.
    • Risk Management: Ability to identify, assess, and mitigate project risks.
    • Budgeting and Cost Control: Expertise in managing project budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring the project stays within financial parameters.
    • Scheduling and Resource Allocation: Strong knowledge of project management tools (e.g., MS Project, Primavera, Jira, etc.) to allocate resources efficiently.
    • Lead cross-functional teams, including engineers, designers, and suppliers, ensuring collaboration across departments.
    • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to manage stakeholder relationships (internal and external).
    • Experience in mentoring junior project managers and team members.
    • Ability to work under pressure and prioritize tasks effectively.
    • In-depth understanding of the automotive development process, including design, prototyping, testing, and production.
    • Knowledge of automotive technologies such as electric vehicles (EVs), autonomous driving systems, infotainment, and powertrain systems.
    • Familiarity with automotive supply chains and vendor management.
    • Strong analytical skills to assess complex problems and develop effective solutions.
    • Ability to make decisions based on data analysis and project goals.
    • Clear and concise communication skills for presenting project status, challenges, and results to senior management and stakeholders.
    • Ability to create and deliver detailed reports, dashboards, and project documentation.
    • Experience working with diverse teams such as engineering, marketing, finance, and manufacturing.
    • Familiarity with Agile project management principles or Lean manufacturing practices is often considered a plus, especially in companies focused on rapid development cycles.
    • Fluency in English is typically required. Additional language skills may be beneficial for global teams.

    Additional Information

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  • Industry
    Transportation / Trucking / Railroad