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SalaryWho We Are:
Established in 1986, Ground Effects has grown to become a multi-faceted supplier of interior and exterior accessory components for the automotive industry. We are a global company, headquartered in Windsor, Ontario. At GFX, we have created a culture that values long-standing employees and excellence in everything we do. Employees can expect to be a part of a great team that values safety and quality.
Who You Are:
Ground Effects is currently searching for a Junior IT Project Manager to join our team in Windsor, Ontario. Our ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player with good communication and organizational skills and would be responsible for, but not limited to, the following:
The Junior IT Project Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing Information Technology projects in collaboration with various functional areas within Ground Effects, and external service providers. They are responsible for effectively managing the scope, schedule and budget of their assigned projects. They will also maintain and report project statuses and metrics to key stakeholders. This role will also be a key contributor to the development and implementation of the Project Management Office (PMO) at Ground Effects.
Requirements:
- Post-Secondary Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or IT related field
- Project Management Education
- Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification
- Certifications in IT specializations
- 3 years overall work experience
- Successful track record of managing projects of various sizes
- Experience working in and/or driving technical teams in IT areas
- Extraordinary inter-personal skills, and oral and written communication skills
- Ability to break down and drive highly complex projects into clear and achievable milestones
- Passion for learning and managing new technologies
- Expert knowledge of Project Management methodologies
- Good understanding of ERP systems, business analysis, infrastructure and cloud technologies
- Adept interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence
- Enjoy working in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment
Responsibilities
- Ensure timely completion of tasks and deliverables for all projects in their portfolio
- Develop, maintain, and track project timelines and budgets using various tools and methodologies
- Coordinate work with various resources from within and outside the Ground Effects IT organization
- Provide accurate and timely project status reports for a variety of project stakeholders and Ground Effects leadership
- Identify project risks, escalate issues and drive key decisions in a timely and effective manner
- Build and maintain effective relationships with resources, partners, colleagues, and leaders with fierce accountability for delivering on commitments and partner needs.
- Determine, set, and maintain priorities of tasks within projects, and projects in portfolios, based on importance and urgency
- Perform activities related to the development and continuous improvement of the Ground Effects Project Management Office (PMO)
- Provide oversight and support for PMO-Assisted projects executed by other Ground Effects employees
Please visit our website for more information about Ground Effects www.gfxltd.com
Only the selected candidates will receive a response. Thank you for your interest.
Ground Effects Ltd. is an equal opportunity employer. We welcome and encourage applications from persons with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
- Dental care
- Extended health care
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Work Location: In person
