The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate’s/applicant’s qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available.

Our client is seeking a Project Manager in Atlanta, GA.

Role Description

Job Overview:
The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and finalizing projects within deadlines and budget constraints. The ideal candidate will have experience in managing cross-functional teams, working with stakeholders, and ensuring the successful delivery of projects aligned with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:
• Project Planning and Execution:
Develop detailed project plans, including scope, objectives, schedules, resources, and budget. Ensure projects are completed on time, within scope, and within budget.

• Team Leadership:
Lead and manage cross-functional project teams. Provide guidance and support to team members to achieve project goals and overcome obstacles.

• Stakeholder Management:
Act as the main point of contact between business partners, stakeholders, and project teams. Maintain strong relationships and ensure clear and transparent communication.

• Risk Management:
Identify potential project risks and proactively implement strategies to mitigate them. Monitor and manage changes and issues that may arise during the project lifecycle.

• Budget and Resource Management:
Oversee project budgets and allocate resources effectively. Track expenses, ensure cost control, and report on financial status regularly.

• Reporting and Documentation:
Provide regular project updates to senior management and stakeholders. Ensure all project documentation is maintained and accessible.

• Quality Control:
Ensure that all project deliverables meet quality standards and are completed according to client specifications.

• Post-Project Review:
Conduct post-project evaluations to analyze project performance, identify areas of improvement, and capture lessons learned for future projects.

Skills & Requirements

Qualifications:
• PMP, PRINCE2, or other project management certifications (preferred).
• Proven experience (5+ years) as a Project Manager or similar role.
• Strong knowledge of project management methodologies, tools, and software preferably on MS Project and Rally.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Strong problem-solving abilities and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication skills (both written and verbal).
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality results.

Preferred Skills:
• Experience of working with multiple teams.
• Agile or Scrum experience.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Benefits/Other Compensation

This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit).

Why Hays?

You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there’s a position you really want, you’re fully prepared to get it.

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Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays’ guiding principles is ‘do the right thing’.
We also believe that actions speak louder than words.
In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us.

In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text 813.336.5570.

Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information.

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