Project Manager

Develop, oversee, and measure the project’s work effort on the following knowledge areas: 

• Project Integration management 
• Scope management (business objectives) 
• Schedule management (schedule and critical path) 
• Cost management 

• Quality management 
• Resource management 
• Communications management 
• Risk management 
• Procurement management 

• Stakeholder management. 

Demonstrate ability to deliver projects effectively with limited oversight, including: 

• Develop attainable project plans with key milestones 
• Understand and manage project interdependencies 
• Proactively identify, mitigate, and if necessary, escalate issues and risks 

• Proactively identify and manage resource demand and conflict 
• Understand and communicate to project team how project priorities align to the organization’s strategy/objectives 
• Manage deliverables to achieve measurable outcomes. 

• Manage projects with low to moderate levels of complexity. 
• Prepare and present clear, concise, and timely communications; skilled at tailoring the message to the audience. 

• Effectively and appropriately inform sponsors and stakeholders of project status, progress, risks, issues, and expected outcomes. 
• Adhere to Lifespace PMO methodology framework and governance standards; in collaboration with PMO Director, tailors project management approach to each project’s unique characteristics and context. 
• Manage and coordinate vendor engagement within the project to ensure responsibilities are met within the approved timeline, scope, and budget. 
• Continually increase business acumen and awareness of industry best practices to drive the team in delivering sound business solutions. 
• Continuously improve project management skills and personal skills. 

• Comply with applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures. 
• Obtain knowledge and demonstrate the principles of Living Lifespace, person-directed care and successful aging philosophies and their inherent core values of commitment, respect, compassion, dedication, teamwork, and quality. Supports, actively participates and acts in accordance with the principles of the Living Lifespace service culture and is familiar with and fluent in the language and service pillars of Living Lifespace. 
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings. 

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent of education and work experience 

• PMP or other PMI certification preferred 
• Minimum of three years of progressive responsibility and success within project coordination and/or project management 
• Proven knowledge of both theoretical and practical aspects of project management, project management techniques and project management software tools 

• Ability to work in rapidly changing environment, which is often time-sensitive and deadline driven 
• Strong written and oral communication skills 
• Works cooperatively and effectively with others to set goals, resolve problems, and make decisions that enhance organizational effectiveness 
• Strong organizational skills including attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously 
• Skilled with Microsoft Office products (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) 

• Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with residents, vendors, and team members