Job Summary

The Program Manager will be a primary figure in leading the day-to-day project planning, execution coordination and tracking, and facilitation of change (both technical and non-technical) across the company for major business system implementation projects – new software implementations (Deltek, Procore or similar, HRIS, etc.). This role will work with internal IT, HR, construction, and business leads, 3rd party vendors, and other Dennis Group stakeholders to guide projects to successful completion by applying sound project management practices and demonstrating individual leadership in problem solving, communication, and critical thinking throughout the project lifecycle.

The Program Manager (PM) will evaluate, develop an implementation schedule, and coordinate with all impacted groups on the implementation and training. In addition, the PM is responsible for delivering successful project outcomes while building relationships and working collaboratively with IT leadership and personnel to properly resource project work effort and address issues to drive increasing levels of project predictability and visibility. The PM will draw upon his/her experience managing complex system implementation projects in a fast-paced growth company environment and must be capable of situationally calibrating process rigor to suit the project. Success in this role will require the ability to draw on and apply best practices in traditional and agile project management methods to build plans, manage resources, and deliver results. The ideal candidate also has experience in Deltek, Procore or similar construction management software programs and HRIS systems (Paylocity, UKG).

Responsibilities

• The program manager’s daily responsibilities include aligning projects with business objectives, constructing detailed work plans, managing teams, achieving milestones, and communicating the results to stakeholders.
• Must establish and maintain processes for managing scope during the project lifecycle, setting quality and performance standards, and assessing risks.
• Assign and monitor resources to ensure project efficiency and maximize deliverables.
• Report project outcomes and/or risks to the appropriate management channels and escalate issues, as necessary, according to project work plan.
• Manage contracts with vendors and suppliers by assigning tasks and communicating expected deliverables.
• Utilize industry best practices, techniques, and standards throughout entire project execution.
• Monitor progress and make adjustments as needed.
• Measure and analyze project performance to identify areas for improvement to meet project requirements.
• Implementing technical strategies that deliver projects on schedule and within budget.
• Manage projects in a classic agile models.
• Must be comfortable leading diverse, cross-functional teams from all areas of the business.
• Lead projects from requirements definition through deployment, identifying schedules, scopes, budget estimations, and implementation plans, including risk mitigation.
• Establish and maintain relationships with relevant client stakeholders, providing day-to-day project status and changes.
• Organization and time management skills required to keep projects on track and within budget.

Required Education Skills and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in IT, Computer Science, or related discipline is required.
• Licensure / Certifications: PMP Certification, ERP System or related areas is strongly preferred
• 7+ years in Program / Project Management experience in planning and implementation of new software such as Deltek, HRIS, Procore or similar Construction Management / Project Management software tools.
• Strong understanding of Program / Project Management methodologies and the system development life cycle (SDLC). Able to blend and “right-size” these practices to fit the project and business need, using Agile methodology where appropriate.
• A proven track record of managing and successfully launching enhancements, tools, and applications at the local or enterprise level throughout the project lifecycle.
• Strong attention to deadlines and budgetary guidelines.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent presentation skills.
• Proven ability to solve problems creatively with excellent analytical skills.
• Excellent resource planning and task scheduling skills.
• Candidates must be able to travel up to 25% in support of external contractors, project objectives, team meetings, etc.

Physical Requirements

• periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• times, standing and walking the jobsite over rough terrain can be expected
• be able to lift-up to 15 pounds at times.

Travel Requirement

~25% travel required to visit project stakeholders and other offices.

About Us

We plan, design, engineer, and build food plants for major brands across the country and the world. For the past three decades, we’ve focused exclusively on the food and beverage industry, helping your favorite brands put your favorite foods in the grocery store. Simply put, food isn’t one thing we do, it’s all we do.

Dennis Group offers competitive compensation packages commensurate with experience. We provide comprehensive employee benefits including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid time off including an open vacation policy, as well as bonus, profit-sharing, and retirement plans.

Dennis Group is proud to provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or genetics.