Project Manager- R&D

Job Description

Role & responsibilities 1. Form, manage and lead the cross-functional team(s) responsible for the complete and successful implementation of assigned projects 2. Be responsible for the project(s) from start to finish, including timing, costs, scope of work, risk, communications and team project activities/deliverables 3. Assign and follow-up on assigned actions in such a way as to fully understand the project status at all times 4. For Industrialization focused projects, use the Ammann NPD Process to lead the project team through the gate requirements for a successful delivery. 5. Promote manufacturing safety and efficiency through implementation of method/process changes, ergonomic application and safety awareness 6. Establish and maintain project related budgets to show all opportunities and exceptions. 7. Understand stakeholder requirements and distinguish between requirements and wants. 8. Secure adequate internal and external resources to achieve project objectives 9. Create and manage appropriate time plan(s) by defining tailored milestones and deliveries that complement and are in alignment with the project main time plan 10. Ensure all communication and direction of plant related activities is coordinated through your project team and network 11. Interact on a daily basis with other line organizations involved in the project 12. Take active part of decision making with cross functional team 13. Communicate effectively to ensure common goals are understood. 14. Manage and Maintain all Project Status documentation and presentations 15. Present Status Updates on a regular basis whether requested by managers, required by the process or by self-recognizing the need to do so