IT Project Engineer jobs in Jackson, TN

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

• Create project charters and all corresponding project management artifacts from initiation to closure.
• Assemble detailed project plans
• Track key project milestones, budget, resource availability and adjust project plans and/or resources.
• Manage team work assignments direct and monitor work efforts, identify resource needs, perform quality review; and escalate functional, quality and timeline issues appropriately
• Negotiate with department managers for the acquisition of required personnel to work on the project and where necessary, determine and assess need for additional staff and/or consultants
• Effectively communicate project expectations to team members and stakeholders in a timely and clear fashion
• Coordinate communicate with all areas of the organization that are impacted by the scope, budget, risk and resources of the work effort being managed
• Assist IT leadership in partnering with senior business management to identify and prioritize opportunities for utilizing IT to achieve the goals of the organization.
• Identify and resolve conflicts within the project team
• Conduct project reviews and create recommendations to identify successful and unsuccessful project elements
• Coach, mentor, motivate and supervise project team members and contractors, and influence them to take positive actions and accountability for their assigned work
• Special projects and other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• University Degree or college diploma in Information Technology or related field
• Project Management Institute PMP certification or successful completion of a recognized project management curriculum
• 6 years’ experience as an IT professional
• 2 years project management experience
• 2 years’ supervisory experience in an IT Department

Awesome Benefits you will get:

• Competitive starting pay (INDEED ADVERTISED PAY IS NOT ACCURATE)
• On-the-job training 
• A culture that strongly believes in promoting from within
• Medical
• Dental
• 401k Plan, with company matching & retirement contribution
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability,
• Paid vacations and holidays,
• Potential relocation assistance.

West Fraser is a growing, diversified wood products company with over 60 facilities in North America and Europe. We are the worlds’ largest softwood lumber producer. Our investments include a climate-controlled mill; modern, competitive manufacturing facilities; product innovation; and bioenergy. These investments are adding up to a bright future. Safety is one of West Fraser’s core values and our employees can expect a challenging, stable work environment with career development opportunities.

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If you are ready to build your career in a company that thrives on growth, internal promotions, training, safe work environment, rewarding work, challenge, and opportunity, come build your career with us at West Fraser: www.westfraser.com/jobs

We thank all candidates for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Please apply through our online application process. Be sure to attach your resume to your online profile as resumes will not be accepted at the site. No phone inquiries, please.

West Fraser believes inclusive, diverse teams build a more vibrant workforce, safer operations, and a stronger company overall. We strive to create workplaces and leadership teams that are reflective of the diverse communities we are a part of. We will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on the basis of race, gender, national origin, or any other protected legal characteristic.

West Fraser is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/V/D & Drug-Free Workplace