Project Manager jobs in High Point, NC

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Project Manager

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General Overview

Project Manager (PM) are responsible for the organization and coordination of Computerway (or other) projects through the complete sales cycle from “actual sale” through to “acceptance” or sign-off on the system by the customer. The Projects Manager role includes the overseeing of training as may be required in addition to roles in guiding system implementations and related (internal) application and hardware developments.

The PM must gain expertise with CFS systems and with CFS customers and is expected to be able to take on projects as assigned by the Projects Department Manager. Project Manager is expected to assist customers through each stage of Computerway implementation with some (minimal) assistance from the department Manager or the Senior Project Manager.

Responsibilities

Project Management:

Assist Projects Department Manager or other Project Managers with project management tasks related to new system implementation, system upgrades and on-going client support

Interact with clients to define project checklists, assign target dates and responsibilities

Work with clients to define new development requirements and provide specifications for such

Provide client consultation regarding recommended procedures for implementing Computerway systems

Responsible for communicating and ensuring all internal resources are knowledgeable and on-target regarding critical dates, required resources and new development requirements

Responsible for follow-up items required following project completion

Act as the primary point of contact for client projects assigned as the project lead

Write specifications and provide quotations (when necessary) for new requests and/or new system developments

Communicate with programmers and testing personnel regarding new requests

Ensure allocated project resources are maintained within budgeted amounts.

Assist Projects DM with sales and marketing related tasks, i.e. setup and configuration for customer demos, marketing write-ups, etc.

Training Program:

• Handle scheduling and pricing of training required at the customer site or at CFS facilities
• Oversee that all documentation requirements are being met
• Define required training materials
• Work with clients to define training and training material requirements
• Provide internal CFS employee training, when necessary
• Provide client training on-site and at CFS, when necessary

Skills & Qualifications:

• Requires an individual who is a leader, assertive, displays initiative and excellent communications skills
• Able to multi-task and display effective time management skills
• Professional attitude and appearance, with the initiative to learn quickly and relay information effectively
• Work well under pressure
• Knowledge of computers and computer systems
• Knowledge of, but not limited to, basic software packages: Word, Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Project
• Must be willing to continually learn and display efforts to maintain system knowledge as it advances
• The person must be able to physically endure long hours that may be required during system implementations
• The person must be willing and able to travel and should have reliable transportation

Scheduling Requirements:

• Office schedule is Monday through Friday, 8:00AM – 5:00PM
• On-site travel will require weekend and shift work

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $15.00 - $50.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Vision insurance

Compensation package:

• Bonus opportunities

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Work Location: In person