We are seeking a full-time Project Manager 2 in our Outdoor Engineering segment in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for managing medium to large engineering projects of varying complexity including development and execution of software features and project plans and reporting of project status.
Essential Functions
Supports project management process improvements and may mentor less experienced Project Managers (Project Manager Engineer 1)
May manage medium sized projects across business units with moderate guidance
Applies Garmin's Mission, Vision, Values and Quality Policy and enthusiastically exhibits a desire to see Garmin succeed
Applies project management skills on medium to large engineering projects of average complexity, including understanding, developing and communicating project scope, milestones, and decisions
Demonstrates product domain knowledge, full use of accepted processes, procedures, tools and requirements
Identifies and supports process improvement activities
Drives projects to closure, applies good judgment in identifying issues and risks, creates mitigation plans with assistance from mentor or direct supervisor
Demonstrates ability to maintain clear project status, documentation, and reporting for medium to large projects with established tools
Demonstrates communication skills, including effective listening, responding appropriately, and managing difficult conversations
Builds relationships and gains alignment within the department
Identifies/resolves conflicts through understanding of interdependencies of and development of effective relationships between the development team(s)
Demonstrates ability to lead effective and efficient team meetings
Holds project team members accountable for deliverables, including the coordination of resources assigned to projects for which you are responsible for without direct authority.
Ensures team members/stakeholders are appropriately informed of project scope, schedule and cost
Demonstrates project ownership with moderate involvement from Team Leader/Mentor, working towards single point of contact for project needs and moderate contributions to the success of the project
Participates in recruiting activities as assigned
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in a technical discipline AND a minimum of 2 years relevant experience OR an equivalent combination of education and relevant experience
Excellent academics (cumulative GPA greater than or equal to 3.0 as a general rule)
Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Demonstrated understanding of production and operations issues as they relate to engineering project management
Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, work well with others, and demonstrate excellent time management, organizational and follow-up skills
Computer skills in MS Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Excel, Project, and PowerPoint) or similar
Must be detail-oriented and can work proactively and effectively with minimal supervision
Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a flexible, fast paced and changing environment
Must demonstrate advanced proficient understanding of project management principles/methodologies and possesses a demonstrated ability to adapt PM practices to meet business climate and needs
Desired Qualifcations
Previous experience managing software only projects
Knowledge of software project management tools (Jira,others)
Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.
This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits
