Project Planning Manager

Project Planning Manager

Fenton, MO
Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.

The client is seeking a Planning Manager to join the Projects Team. This role is part of a team that is responsible for developing and maintaining the companys project plans for measurement, analysis and customer reporting to help the business meet its objectives. Our offices are located in Fenton, MO. The expectation is that this will be a hybrid position depending on business needs.

DAY IN THE LIFE:

The Planning Manager reports directly to the Projects and Planning Manager and will provide leadership and direction to the Planning group, promote and support the use of the company planning tools, and develop tools for resource workload analysis.

As the Planning Manager you will provide leadership and direction for the Planning department by effectively communicating company expectations and role specific expectations while actively coaching subordinates. You will drive on time delivery by monitoring and reporting on schedule performance to baseline and support the Company to ensure proper resource workload analysis and planning.

QUALIFICATIONS. We want the person selected for this role to be successful! The following qualifications are essential to be effective in this role:

• Microsoft Project and Primavera Planning experience (Project Server experience preferred).
• Proficiency with the entire Microsoft Office suite, especially in Excel and Access.
• At least 2 years of experience managing direct reports with strong leadership and talent building skills.
• Excellent verbal reasoning skills and critical thinking ability. High level communication skills.
• Highly professional, organized, and trustworthy team player.
• Proficiency in English.

We provide a full benefits package. Our 401(K) provides an employer match and an annual non-elective contribution. We provide medical with an employer contribution toward the HSA. Dental and Short-Term disability is 100% covered by the company. We also offer vision, fitness reimbursement, and a flexible work schedule.

Pre-employment drug screen and background check required.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: (Hiring Companies ATS Questions):

1. Do you have a minimum of 2 years of experience managing direct reports with strong leadership and talent building skills.

2. Do you have experience with Microsoft Project and Primavera Planning experience.

3. Do you have experience in Project Scheduling.

4. Do you have proficiency in English.

5. Do you have project Server experience preferred.

6. Do you have proficiency with the entire Microsoft Office suite, especially in Excel and Access preferred.

7. Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder.